kings of Israel record such an experience. This indicates that David is speaking prophetically. Matthew 21:1–11 makes a connection between the events of Jesus’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem and Psalm 24:7–9. Some of those with Jesus as He ascends and enters Jerusalem (Matthew 20:17–18; 21:1, 10) recognize Him as Israel’s King (20:21; 21:1, 5). Matthew 21 depicts a first advent fulfillment only, because Christ is headed into battle at the cross. The far referent of which David prophesies is of another