the one who does the will of Father. Distinguishing character of

Palachuvattil Mathew “Tesi Gregoriana Teologia” 154 2007, pp. 404 The invocation “they will be done” and the definition of a disciple as “the one who does the will of Father.” are special to the Gospel according to Matthew. The story links up the will of the Father with the practice of greater righteousness with one's identity as a member of Jesus'family, and with discussions on faith and judgement. Jesus the Son who prayswith the same words as he gave to his disciples, himself becomes a model in leading the disciples on to a filial relationship with the Father. The will of the Father is also the norm for mutual relationships and decisions within the disciples' community. Mathew Palachuvattil, after obtaining an L.S.S. From the Pontifical Biblical Institute, completed his doctoral studies at the Pontifical Gregorian University.