King James Bible
"Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil."
Jesus directly addresses a potential misconception about his mission, affirming that he does not intend to abolish the Torah or the prophetic writings. This statement responds to concerns that his teachings might undermine Jewish scripture, establishing continuity with Israel's sacred texts. Jesus declares his purpose is to complete or bring to full expression what the scriptures pointed toward. The Greek word for 'fulfil' (πληρόω) suggests filling up what was incomplete, indicating that his life and teaching reveal the deepest meaning and ultimate goal of the law and prophets.