Gospel of Matthew Chapter 2 Vs. 6

 The Visit of the Wise Men

Matthew 2:6 “And thou Beth-lehem, [in] the land of Judah, art not the least among the princes of Judah: for out of thee shall come a Governor, that shall rule my people Israel.”

And thou Bethlehem,... The 2nd Old Testament prophecy fulfilled in Matthew (Mat. 2:6; Mic. 5:2). Next, Mat. 2:15.

come a Governor,... This portion of Matthew’s quote actually seems to be a reference to God’s words to David when Israel’s kingdom was originally established (2Sam. 5:2; 1Ch. 11:2). The Greek word for “ruler” evokes the image of strong, even stern, leadership. “Shepherd” emphasizes tender care. Christ’s rule involves both (Rev. 12:5).

that shall rule... Christ will rule Israel and all other nations from His second coming into eternity (Isa. 9:6-7; Dan. 2:44-45; 7:13-14, 7:27; Zec. 14:1-21; Luke 1:32-33; Rev. 11:15; 20:1-15; 22:4-5).

my people Israel... Israel is made up of thirteen tribes, not only the ten so-called lost tribes. The terms "Jews" and "Israel" are used interchangeably.

come a Governor,... This portion of Matthew’s quote actually seems to be a reference to God’s words to David when Israel’s kingdom was originally established (2 Sam. 5:2; 1 Chron. 11:2). The Greek word for “ruler” evokes the image of strong, even stern, leadership. “Shepherd” emphasizes tender care. Christ’s rule involves both (Rev. 12:5).

You see, these religious people knew where He was to be born. They just did not want to give up their literal way of looking at the law. They were expecting a mighty king, who would rule them and overthrow the Romans.

The Messiah would be born in Bethlehem (Mic. 5:2). This answer from the people’s chief priests and teachers of the Law (scribes, KJV).