O Woman, Great is Your Faith!

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In the Gospel of Matthew, the concept of faith is intricately explored, particularly through the narrative of the Canaanite woman in Matthew 15:21-28. This study highlights her "great faith" as a pedagogical tool, contrasting it with characters exhibiting "no faith" or "little faith." The Canaanite woman, despite being a gentile outsider, recognizes Jesus's messianic identity and the universal nature of his mission. Her faith is depicted as trust in action, embodying Matthew's theological vision and illustrating how readers should respond to Jesus's message.