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Luke 6

1 Now it came to pass on a sabbath, that he was going through the grainfields; and his disciples plucked the ears, and did eat, rubbing them in their hands.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • it came to pass G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • on G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the second G1207 (δευτερόπρωτος) — second-first, i.e. (specially) a designation of the Sabbath immediately after the Paschal week (being the second after Passover day, and the first of the seve…
  • sabbath G4521 (σάββατον) — the Sabbath (i.e. Shabbath), or day of weekly repose from secular avocations (also the observance or institution itself); by extension, a se'nnight, i.e. the…
  • after the first G1207 (δευτερόπρωτος) — second-first, i.e. (specially) a designation of the Sabbath immediately after the Paschal week (being the second after Passover day, and the first of the seve…
  • that G1279 (διαπορεύομαι) — to travel through
  • he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • went G1279 (διαπορεύομαι) — to travel through
  • through G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • the grain fields G4702 (σπόριμος) — sown, i.e. (neuter plural) a planted field
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • disciples G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • disciples G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • plucked G5089 (τίλλω) — to pull off
  • the heads of grain G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the heads of grain G4719 (στάχυς) — a head of grain (as standing out from the stalk)
  • did eat G2068 (ἐσθίω) — used only in certain tenses, the rest being supplied by ; to eat (usually literal)
  • rubbing G5597 (ψώχω) — to triturate, i.e. (by analogy) to rub out (kernels from husks with the fingers or hand)
  • in G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • in G5495 (χείρ) — the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by Hebraism) a means or instrument)
  • hands G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • hands G5495 (χείρ) — the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by Hebraism) a means or instrument)

2 But certain of the Pharisees said, Why do ye that which it is not lawful to do on the sabbath day?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • certain G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • of the Pharisees G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the Pharisees G5330 (Φαρισαῖος) — a separatist, i.e. exclusively religious; a Pharisean, i.e. Jewish sectary
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Why G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • do ye G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • that which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • is G1832 (ἔξεστι) — so also neuter present participle of the same (with or without some form of expressed); impersonally, it is right (through the figurative idea of b…
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • lawful G1832 (ἔξεστι) — so also neuter present participle of the same (with or without some form of expressed); impersonally, it is right (through the figurative idea of b…
  • to do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • on G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the sabbath days G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the sabbath days G4521 (σάββατον) — the Sabbath (i.e. Shabbath), or day of weekly repose from secular avocations (also the observance or institution itself); by extension, a se'nnight, i.e. the…

3 And Jesus answering them said, Have ye not read even this, what David did, when he was hungry, he, and they that were with him;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • answering G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Have ye G314 (ἀναγινώσκω) — to know again, i.e. (by extension) to read
  • not G3761 (οὐδέ) — not however, i.e. neither, nor, not even
  • read G314 (ἀναγινώσκω) — to know again, i.e. (by extension) to read
  • so much as G3761 (οὐδέ) — not however, i.e. neither, nor, not even
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • what G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • David G1138 (Δαβίδ) — Dabid (i.e. David), the Israelite king
  • did G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • when G3698 (ὁπότε) — what(-ever) then, i.e. (of time) as soon as
  • himself G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • was an hungred G3983 (πεινάω) — to famish (absolutely or comparatively); figuratively, to crave
  • they which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

4 how he entered into the house of God, and took and ate the showbread, and gave also to them that were with him; which it is not lawful to eat save for the priests alone?

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Leviticus 24:5
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • How G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • he went G1525 (εἰσέρχομαι) — to enter (literally or figuratively)
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the house G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the house G3624 (οἶκος) — a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally or figuratively)
  • of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • did take G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • eat G5315 (φάγω) — to eat (literally or figuratively)
  • the shewbread G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the shewbread G740 (ἄρτος) — bread (as raised) or a loaf
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • G4286 (πρόθεσις) — a setting forth, i.e. (figuratively) proposal (intention); specially, the show-bread (in the Temple) as exposed before God
  • gave G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • to them that were G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • it is G1832 (ἔξεστι) — so also neuter present participle of the same (with or without some form of expressed); impersonally, it is right (through the figurative idea of b…
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • lawful G1832 (ἔξεστι) — so also neuter present participle of the same (with or without some form of expressed); impersonally, it is right (through the figurative idea of b…
  • to eat G5315 (φάγω) — to eat (literally or figuratively)
  • G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • but G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • for the priests G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • for the priests G2409 (ἱερεύς) — a priest (literally or figuratively)
  • alone G3441 (μόνος) — remaining, i.e. sole or single; by implication, mere

5 And he said unto them, The Son of man is lord of the sabbath.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 11:5 · Revelation 1:10
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • That G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • the Son G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • of man G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • of the sabbath G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the sabbath G4521 (σάββατον) — the Sabbath (i.e. Shabbath), or day of weekly repose from secular avocations (also the observance or institution itself); by extension, a se'nnight, i.e. the…

6 And it came to pass on another sabbath, that he entered into the synagogue and taught: and there was a man there, and his right hand was withered.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • it came to pass G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • on G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • another G2087 (ἕτερος) — (an-, the) other or different
  • sabbath G4521 (σάββατον) — the Sabbath (i.e. Shabbath), or day of weekly repose from secular avocations (also the observance or institution itself); by extension, a se'nnight, i.e. the…
  • that he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • entered G1525 (εἰσέρχομαι) — to enter (literally or figuratively)
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the synagogue G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the synagogue G4864 (συναγωγή) — an assemblage of persons; specially, a Jewish "synagogue" (the meeting or the place); by analogy, a Christian church
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • taught G1321 (διδάσκω) — to teach (in the same broad application)
  • there G1563 (ἐκεῖ) — there; by extension, thither
  • was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • a man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • whose G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • right G1188 (δεξιός) — the right side or (feminine) hand (as that which usually takes)
  • hand G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • hand G5495 (χείρ) — the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by Hebraism) a means or instrument)
  • withered G3584 (ξηρός) — arid; by implication, shrunken, earth (as opposed to water)

7 And the scribes and the Pharisees watched him, whether he would heal on the sabbath; that they might find how to accuse him.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the scribes G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the scribes G1122 (γραμματεύς)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Pharisees G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Pharisees G5330 (Φαρισαῖος) — a separatist, i.e. exclusively religious; a Pharisean, i.e. Jewish sectary
  • watched G3906 (παρατηρέω) — to inspect alongside, i.e. note insidiously or scrupulously
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • whether G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • he would heal G2323 (θεραπεύω) — to wait upon menially, i.e. (figuratively) to adore (God), or (specially) to relieve (of disease)
  • on G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the sabbath day G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the sabbath day G4521 (σάββατον) — the Sabbath (i.e. Shabbath), or day of weekly repose from secular avocations (also the observance or institution itself); by extension, a se'nnight, i.e. the…
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • they might find G2147 (εὑρίσκω) — to find (literally or figuratively)
  • an accusation G2724 (κατηγορία) — a complaint ("category"), i.e. criminal charge
  • against him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

8 But he knew their thoughts; and he said to the man that had his hand withered, Rise up, and stand forth in the midst. And he arose and stood forth.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • knew G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • thoughts G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • thoughts G1261 (διαλογισμός) — discussion, i.e. (internal) consideration (by implication, purpose), or (external) debate
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • to the man G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to the man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • which had G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • the withered G3584 (ξηρός) — arid; by implication, shrunken, earth (as opposed to water)
  • hand G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • hand G5495 (χείρ) — the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by Hebraism) a means or instrument)
  • Rise up G1453 (ἐγείρω) — to waken (transitively or intransitively), i.e. rouse (literally, from sleep, from sitting or lying, from disease, from death; or figuratively, from obscurity…
  • stand forth G2476 (ἵστημι) — to stand (transitively or intransitively), used in various applications (literally or figuratively)
  • in G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the midst G3319 (μέσος) — middle (as an adjective or (neuter) noun)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • he arose G450 (ἀνίστημι) — to stand up (literal or figurative, transitive or intransitive)
  • and stood forth G2476 (ἵστημι) — to stand (transitively or intransitively), used in various applications (literally or figuratively)

9 And Jesus said unto them, I ask you, Is it lawful on the sabbath to do good, or to do harm? to save a life, or to destroy it?

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 12:12 · Luke 9:56 · Luke 14:3
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • I will ask G1905 (ἐπερωτάω) — to ask for, i.e. inquire, seek
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • one thing G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • Is it lawful G1832 (ἔξεστι) — so also neuter present participle of the same (with or without some form of expressed); impersonally, it is right (through the figurative idea of b…
  • on the sabbath days G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • on the sabbath days G4521 (σάββατον) — the Sabbath (i.e. Shabbath), or day of weekly repose from secular avocations (also the observance or institution itself); by extension, a se'nnight, i.e. the…
  • to do good G15 (ἀγαθοποιέω) — to be a well-doer (as a favor or a duty)
  • or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • to do evil G2554 (κακοποιέω) — to be a bad-doer, i.e. (objectively) to injure, or (genitive) to sin
  • to save G4982 (σώζω) — to save, i.e. deliver or protect (literally or figuratively)
  • life G5590 (ψυχή) — breath, i.e. (by implication) spirit, abstractly or concretely (the animal sentient principle only; thus distinguished on the one hand from , which is the rat…
  • to destroy G622 (ἀπόλλυμι) — to destroy fully (reflexively, to perish, or lose), literally or figuratively

10 And he looked round about on them all, and said unto him, Stretch forth thy hand. And he did so: and his hand was restored.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Exodus 4:6 · 1 Kings 13:6 · Psalms 107:20
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • looking round about upon G4017 (περιβλέπω) — to look all around
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • he said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto the man G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • unto the man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • Stretch forth G1614 (ἐκτείνω) — to extend
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • hand G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • hand G5495 (χείρ) — the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by Hebraism) a means or instrument)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • he did G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • was restored G600 (ἀποκαθίστημι) — to reconstitute (in health, home or organization)
  • whole G5199 (ὑγιής) — healthy, i.e. well (in body); figuratively, true (in doctrine)
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • the other G243 (ἄλλος) — "else," i.e. different (in many applications)

11 But they were filled with madness; and communed one with another what they might do to Jesus.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • they G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • were filled G4130 (πλήθω) — to "fill" (literally or figuratively (imbue, influence, supply)); specially, to fulfil (time)
  • with madness G454 (ἄνοια) — stupidity; by implication, rage
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • communed G1255 (διαλαλέω) — to talk throughout a company, i.e. converse or (genitive case) publish
  • one with G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • another G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
  • what G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • G302 (ἄν)
  • they might do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • to Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites

12 And it came to pass in these days, that he went out into the mountain to pray; and he continued all night in prayer to God.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • it came to pass G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • those G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • days G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • days G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • that he went out G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • a mountain G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • a mountain G3735 (ὄρος) — a mountain (as lifting itself above the plain)
  • to pray G4336 (προσεύχομαι) — to pray to God, i.e. supplicate, worship
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • continued all night G1273 (διανυκτερεύω) — to sit up the whole night
  • prayer G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • prayer G4335 (προσευχή) — prayer (worship); by implication, an oratory (chapel)
  • to God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very

13 And when it was day, he called his disciples; and he chose from them twelve, whom also he named apostles:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • when G3753 (ὅτε) — at which (thing) too, i.e. when
  • it was G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • day G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • he called G4377 (προσφωνέω) — to sound towards, i.e. address, exclaim, summon
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • disciples G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • disciples G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • of G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • he chose G1586 (ἐκλέγομαι) — to select
  • twelve G1427 (δώδεκα) — two and ten, i.e. a dozen
  • whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he named G3687 (ὀνομάζω) — to name, i.e. assign an appellation; by extension, to utter, mention, profess
  • apostles G652 (ἀπόστολος) — a delegate; specially, an ambassador of the Gospel; officially a commissioner of Christ ("apostle") (with miraculous powers)

14 Simon, whom he also named Peter, and Andrew his brother, and James and John, and Philip and Bartholomew,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Simon G4613 (Σίμων) — Simon (i.e. Shimon), the name of nine Israelites
  • whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • he G3687 (ὀνομάζω) — to name, i.e. assign an appellation; by extension, to utter, mention, profess
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • named G3687 (ὀνομάζω) — to name, i.e. assign an appellation; by extension, to utter, mention, profess
  • Peter G4074 (Πέτρος) — a (piece of) rock (larger than ); as a name, Petrus, an apostle
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Andrew G406 (Ἀνδρέας) — manly; Andreas, an Israelite
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • brother G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • brother G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • James G2385 (Ἰάκωβος) — Jacobus, the name of three Israelites
  • John G2491 (Ἰωάννης) — Joannes (i.e. Jochanan), the name of four Israelites
  • Philip G5376 (Φίλιππος) — fond of horses; Philippus, the name of four Israelites
  • Bartholomew G918 (Βαρθολομαῖος) — son of Tolmai; Bar-tholomæus, a Christian apostle

15 and Matthew and Thomas, and James the son of Alphæus, and Simon who was called the Zealot,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Matthew G3156 (Ματθαῖος) — Matthæus (i.e. Matthitjah), an Israelite and a Christian
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Thomas G2381 (Θωμᾶς) — the twin; Thomas, a Christian
  • James G2385 (Ἰάκωβος) — Jacobus, the name of three Israelites
  • the G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of Alphæus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of Alphæus G256 (Ἀλφαῖος) — Alphæus, an Israelite
  • Simon G4613 (Σίμων) — Simon (i.e. Shimon), the name of nine Israelites
  • called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • Zelotes G2207 (ζηλωτής) — a "zealot"

16 and Judas the son of James, and Judas Iscariot, who became a traitor;

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 10:3 · Matthew 26:14 · Matthew 27:3 · Acts 1:16 · Acts 1:25
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And Judas G2455 (Ἰούδας) — Judas (i.e. Jehudah), the name of ten Israelites; also of the posterity of one of them and its region
  • of James G2385 (Ἰάκωβος) — Jacobus, the name of three Israelites
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Judas G2455 (Ἰούδας) — Judas (i.e. Jehudah), the name of ten Israelites; also of the posterity of one of them and its region
  • Iscariot G2469 (Ἰσκαριώτης) — inhabitant of Kerioth; Iscariotes (i.e. Keriothite), an epithet of Judas the traitor
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • was G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • the traitor G4273 (προδότης) — a surrender

17 and he came down with them, and stood on a level place, and a great multitude of his disciples, and a great number of the people from all Judæa and Jerusalem, and the sea coast of Tyre and Sidon, who came to hear him, and to be healed of their diseases;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he came down G2597 (καταβαίνω) — to descend (literally or figuratively)
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • and stood G2476 (ἵστημι) — to stand (transitively or intransitively), used in various applications (literally or figuratively)
  • in G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • G5117 (τόπος) — a spot (generally in space, but limited by occupancy; whereas is a large but particular locality), i.e. location (as a position, home, tract, etc.); figurati…
  • the plain G3977 (πεδινός) — level (as easy for the feet)
  • the company G3793 (ὄχλος) — a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot
  • of his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • disciples G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • a great G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • multitude G4128 (πλῆθος) — a fulness, i.e. a large number, throng, populace
  • of people G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of people G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from , which denotes one's own populace)
  • out G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • of all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • Judæa G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Judæa G2449 (Ἰουδαία) — the Judæan land (i.e. Judæa), a region of Palestine
  • Jerusalem G2419 (Ἱερουσαλήμ) — Hierusalem (i.e. Jerushalem), the capitol of Palestine
  • from the sea coast G3882 (παράλιος) — beside the salt (sea), i.e. maritime
  • of Tyre G5184 (Τύρος)
  • Sidon G4605 (Σιδών) — Sidon (i.e. Tsidon), a place in Palestine
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • to hear G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • to be healed G2390 (ἰάομαι) — to cure (literally or figuratively)
  • of G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • diseases G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • diseases G3554 (νόσος) — a malady (rarely figuratively, of moral disability)

18 and they that were troubled with unclean spirits were healed.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 15:22 · Matthew 17:15 · Acts 5:16
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • they that were vexed G3791 (ὀχλέω) — to mob, i.e. (by implication) to harass
  • with G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
  • unclean G169 (ἀκάθαρτος) — impure (ceremonially, morally (lewd) or specially, (demonic))
  • spirits G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • they were healed G2323 (θεραπεύω) — to wait upon menially, i.e. (figuratively) to adore (God), or (specially) to relieve (of disease)

19 And all the multitude sought to touch him; for power came forth from him, and healed them all.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the whole G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • multitude G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • multitude G3793 (ὄχλος) — a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot
  • sought G2212 (ζητέω) — to seek (literally or figuratively); specially, (by Hebraism) to worship (God), or (in a bad sense) to plot (against life)
  • to touch G680 (ἅπτομαι) — properly, to attach oneself to, i.e. to touch (in many implied relations)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • there went G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
  • virtue G1411 (δύναμις) — force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)
  • out G3844 (παρά) — properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subjectively)…
  • of him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • healed G2390 (ἰάομαι) — to cure (literally or figuratively)
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole

20 And he lifted up his eyes on his disciples, and said, Blessed are ye poor: for yours is the kingdom of God.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • lifted up G1869 (ἐπαίρω) — to raise up (literally or figuratively)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • eyes G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • eyes G3788 (ὀφθαλμός) — the eye (literally or figuratively); by implication, vision; figuratively, envy (from the jealous side-glance)
  • on G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • disciples G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • disciples G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • and said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Blessed G3107 (μακάριος) — supremely blest; by extension, fortunate, well off
  • poor G4434 (πτωχός) — akin to and the alternate of ); a beggar (as cringing), i.e. pauper (strictly denoting absolute or public mendicancy, although also used in a qualified or re…
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • yours G5212 (ὑμέτερος) — yours, i.e. pertaining to you
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • the kingdom G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the kingdom G932 (βασιλεία) — properly, royalty, i.e. (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively)
  • of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very

21 Blessed are ye that hunger now: for ye shall be filled. Blessed are ye that weep now: for ye shall laugh.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Blessed G3107 (μακάριος) — supremely blest; by extension, fortunate, well off
  • that hunger G3983 (πεινάω) — to famish (absolutely or comparatively); figuratively, to crave
  • now G3568 (νῦν) — "now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • ye shall be filled G5526 (χορτάζω) — to fodder, i.e. (generally) to gorge (supply food in abundance)
  • that weep G2799 (κλαίω) — to sob, i.e. wail aloud (whereas 1145 is rather to cry silently)
  • ye shall laugh G1070 (γελάω) — to laugh (as a sign of joy or satisfaction)

22 Blessed are ye, when men shall hate you, and when they shall separate you from their company, and reproach you, and cast out your name as evil, for the Son of man’s sake.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Blessed G3107 (μακάριος) — supremely blest; by extension, fortunate, well off
  • are ye G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • when G3752 (ὅταν) — whenever (implying hypothesis or more or less uncertainty); also causatively (conjunctionally) inasmuch as
  • men G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • shall hate G3404 (μισέω) — to detest (especially to persecute); by extension, to love less
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • they shall separate G873 (ἀφορίζω) — to set off by boundary, i.e. (figuratively) limit, exclude, appoint, etc.
  • shall reproach G3679 (ὀνειδίζω) — to defame, i.e. rail at, chide, taunt
  • cast out G1544 (ἐκβάλλω) — to eject (literally or figuratively)
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • name G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • evil G4190 (πονηρός) — hurtful, i.e. evil (properly, in effect or influence, and thus differing from , which refers rather to essential character, as well as from , which indicates…
  • for G1752 (ἕνεκα) — on account of
  • the Son G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • of man’s G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of man’s G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • sake G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • sake G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship

23 Rejoice in that day, and leap for joy: for behold, your reward is great in heaven; for in the same manner did their fathers unto the prophets.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Rejoice ye G5463 (χαίρω) — to be "cheer"ful, i.e. calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be well
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • that G1565 (ἐκεῖνος) — that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
  • day G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • day G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • leap for joy G4640 (σκιρτάω) — to jump, i.e. sympathetically move (as the quickening of a fetus)
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • reward G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • reward G3408 (μισθός) — pay for service (literally or figuratively), good or bad
  • great G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • heaven G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • heaven G3772 (οὐρανός) — the sky; by extension, heaven (as the abode of God); by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel (Christianity)
  • in G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the like manner G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • did G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • fathers G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • fathers G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • unto the prophets G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • unto the prophets G4396 (προφήτης) — a foreteller ("prophet"); by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet

24 But woe unto you that are rich! for ye have received your consolation.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • But G4133 (πλήν) — moreover (besides), i.e. albeit, save that, rather, yet
  • woe G3759 (οὐαί) — "woe"
  • unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • that are rich G4145 (πλούσιος) — wealthy; figuratively, abounding with
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • ye have received G568 (ἀπέχω) — (actively) to have out, i.e. receive in full; (intransitively) to keep (oneself) away, i.e. be distant (literally or figuratively)
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • consolation G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • consolation G3874 (παράκλησις) — imploration, hortation, solace

25 Woe unto you, ye that are full now! for ye shall hunger. Woe unto you, ye that laugh now! for ye shall mourn and weep.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Woe G3759 (οὐαί) — "woe"
  • unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • that are full G1705 (ἐμπίπλημι) — to fill in (up), i.e. (by implication) to satisfy (literally or figuratively)
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • ye shall hunger G3983 (πεινάω) — to famish (absolutely or comparatively); figuratively, to crave
  • that laugh G1070 (γελάω) — to laugh (as a sign of joy or satisfaction)
  • now G3568 (νῦν) — "now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate
  • ye shall mourn G3996 (πενθέω) — to grieve (the feeling or the act)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • weep G2799 (κλαίω) — to sob, i.e. wail aloud (whereas 1145 is rather to cry silently)

26 Woe unto you, when all men shall speak well of you! for in the same manner did their fathers to the false prophets.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Woe G3759 (οὐαί) — "woe"
  • unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • when G3752 (ὅταν) — whenever (implying hypothesis or more or less uncertainty); also causatively (conjunctionally) inasmuch as
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • men G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • shall speak G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • well G2573 (καλῶς) — well (usually morally)
  • of you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • so G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • did G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • fathers G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • fathers G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • to the false prophets G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to the false prophets G5578 (ψευδοπροφήτης) — a spurious prophet, i.e. pretended foreteller or religious impostor

27 But I say unto you that hear, Love your enemies, do good to them that hate you,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • But G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • I say G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • which hear G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • Love G25 (ἀγαπάω) — to love (in a social or moral sense)
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • enemies G2190 (ἐχθρός) — hateful (passively, odious, or actively, hostile); usually as a noun, an adversary (especially Satan)
  • do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • good G2573 (καλῶς) — well (usually morally)
  • to them which hate G3404 (μισέω) — to detest (especially to persecute); by extension, to love less
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou

28 bless them that curse you, pray for them that despitefully use you.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Bless G2127 (εὐλογέω) — to speak well of, i.e. (religiously) to bless (thank or invoke a benediction upon, prosper)
  • them that curse G2672 (καταράομαι) — to execrate; by analogy, to doom
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • pray G4336 (προσεύχομαι) — to pray to God, i.e. supplicate, worship
  • for G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place, above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding; with the accusative case superior to, m…
  • them which despitefully use G1908 (ἐπηρεάζω) — to insult, slander

29 To him that smiteth thee on the one cheek offer also the other; and from him that taketh away thy cloak withhold not thy coat also.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And unto him that smiteth G5180 (τύπτω) — to "thump", i.e. cudgel or pummel (properly, with a stick or bastinado), but in any case by repeated blows; thus differing from and , which denote a (usuall…
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • on G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • the G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the G4600 (σιαγών) — the jaw-bone, i.e. (by implication) the cheek or side of the face
  • cheek G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • cheek G4600 (σιαγών) — the jaw-bone, i.e. (by implication) the cheek or side of the face
  • offer G3930 (παρέχω) — to hold near, i.e. present, afford, exhibit, furnish occasion
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the other G243 (ἄλλος) — "else," i.e. different (in many applications)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • him G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • that taketh away G142 (αἴρω) — to lift up; by implication, to take up or away; figuratively, to raise (the voice), keep in suspense (the mind), specially, to sail away (i.e. weigh anchor);…
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • cloke G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • cloke G2440 (ἱμάτιον) — a dress (inner or outer)
  • forbid G2967 (κωλύω) — to estop, i.e. prevent (by word or act)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • coat G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • coat G5509 (χιτών) — a tunic or shirt

30 Give to every one that asketh thee; and of him that taketh away thy goods ask them not again.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Give G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • to every man G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • that asketh G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that asketh G154 (αἰτέω) — to ask (in genitive case)
  • of thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • of G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • him that taketh away G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • him that taketh away G142 (αἴρω) — to lift up; by implication, to take up or away; figuratively, to raise (the voice), keep in suspense (the mind), specially, to sail away (i.e. weigh anchor);…
  • thy goods G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • thy goods G4674 (σός) — thine
  • ask G523 (ἀπαιτέω) — to demand back
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • again G523 (ἀπαιτέω) — to demand back

31 And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 7:12 · Matthew 22:39 · Galatians 5:14
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • as G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
  • ye would G2309 (θέλω) — to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations), i.e. choose…
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • men G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • should do to G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • to them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • likewise G3668 (ὁμοίως) — similarly

32 And if ye love them that love you, what thank have ye? for even sinners love those that love them.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 5:46 · 1 Peter 2:19
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • For G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • ye love G25 (ἀγαπάω) — to love (in a social or moral sense)
  • them which love G25 (ἀγαπάω) — to love (in a social or moral sense)
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • what G4169 (ποῖος) — individualizing interrogative (of character) what sort of, or (of number) which one
  • thank G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine influence upon the heart, and it…
  • have G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • sinners G268 (ἁμαρτωλός) — sinful, i.e. a sinner
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • love G25 (ἀγαπάω) — to love (in a social or moral sense)
  • those that love G25 (ἀγαπάω) — to love (in a social or moral sense)
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

33 And if ye do good to them that do good to you, what thank have ye? for even sinners do the same.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Proverbs 22:16 · Isaiah 32:8 · 1 Timothy 6:18
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • ye do good G15 (ἀγαθοποιέω) — to be a well-doer (as a favor or a duty)
  • to them which do good G15 (ἀγαθοποιέω) — to be a well-doer (as a favor or a duty)
  • to you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • what G4169 (ποῖος) — individualizing interrogative (of character) what sort of, or (of number) which one
  • thank G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine influence upon the heart, and it…
  • have G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • sinners G268 (ἁμαρτωλός) — sinful, i.e. a sinner
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • even the same G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

34 And if ye lend to them of whom ye hope to receive, what thank have ye? even sinners lend to sinners, to receive again as much.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Deuteronomy 15:8 · Matthew 5:42 · Luke 6:35 · Luke 14:12
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • ye lend G1155 (δανείζω) — to loan on interest; reflexively, to borrow
  • of G3844 (παρά) — properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subjectively)…
  • whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • ye hope G1679 (ἐλπίζω) — to expect or confide
  • to receive G618 (ἀπολαμβάνω) — to receive (specially, in full, or as a host); also to take aside
  • what G4169 (ποῖος) — individualizing interrogative (of character) what sort of, or (of number) which one
  • thank G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine influence upon the heart, and it…
  • have G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • sinners G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • sinners G268 (ἁμαρτωλός) — sinful, i.e. a sinner
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • lend G1155 (δανείζω) — to loan on interest; reflexively, to borrow
  • to sinners G268 (ἁμαρτωλός) — sinful, i.e. a sinner
  • to G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • receive G618 (ἀπολαμβάνω) — to receive (specially, in full, or as a host); also to take aside
  • as much again G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • as much again G2470 (ἴσος) — similar (in amount and kind)

35 But love your enemies, and do them good, and lend, never despairing; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be sons of the Most High: for he is kind toward the unthankful and evil.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • But G4133 (πλήν) — moreover (besides), i.e. albeit, save that, rather, yet
  • love ye G25 (ἀγαπάω) — to love (in a social or moral sense)
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • enemies G2190 (ἐχθρός) — hateful (passively, odious, or actively, hostile); usually as a noun, an adversary (especially Satan)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • do good G15 (ἀγαθοποιέω) — to be a well-doer (as a favor or a duty)
  • lend G1155 (δανείζω) — to loan on interest; reflexively, to borrow
  • hoping for G560 (ἀπελπίζω) — to hope out, i.e. fully expect
  • nothing G3367 (μηδείς) — not even one (man, woman, thing)
  • again G560 (ἀπελπίζω) — to hope out, i.e. fully expect
  • reward G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • reward G3408 (μισθός) — pay for service (literally or figuratively), good or bad
  • shall be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • great G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • ye shall be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • the children G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • of the Highest G5310 (ὕψιστος) — highest, i.e. (masculine singular) the Supreme (God), or (neuter plural) the heavens
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • kind G5543 (χρηστός) — employed, i.e. (by implication) useful (in manner or morals)
  • unto G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • the unthankful G884 (ἀχάριστος) — thankless, i.e. ungrateful
  • the evil G4190 (πονηρός) — hurtful, i.e. evil (properly, in effect or influence, and thus differing from , which refers rather to essential character, as well as from , which indicates…

36 Be ye merciful, even as your Father is merciful.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 5:48 · Ephesians 4:31 · Ephesians 5:1 · 1 Peter 1:15
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Be ye G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • merciful G3629 (οἰκτίρμων) — compassionate
  • as G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • Father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)

37 And judge not, and ye shall not be judged: and condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: release, and ye shall be released:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Judge G2919 (κρίνω) — by implication, to try, condemn, punish
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • ye shall G2919 (κρίνω) — by implication, to try, condemn, punish
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • be judged G2919 (κρίνω) — by implication, to try, condemn, punish
  • condemn G2613 (καταδικάζω) — to adjudge against, i.e. pronounce guilty
  • ye shall G2613 (καταδικάζω) — to adjudge against, i.e. pronounce guilty
  • be condemned G2613 (καταδικάζω) — to adjudge against, i.e. pronounce guilty
  • forgive G630 (ἀπολύω) — to free fully, i.e. (literally) relieve, release, dismiss (reflexively, depart), or (figuratively) let die, pardon or (specially) divorce
  • ye shall be forgiven G630 (ἀπολύω) — to free fully, i.e. (literally) relieve, release, dismiss (reflexively, depart), or (figuratively) let die, pardon or (specially) divorce

38 give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, shall they give into your bosom. For with what measure ye mete it shall be measured to you again.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Give G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • it shall be given G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • good G2570 (καλός) — properly, beautiful, but chiefly (figuratively) good (literally or morally), i.e. valuable or virtuous (for appearance or use, and thus distinguished from , w…
  • measure G3358 (μέτρον) — a measure ("metre"), literally or figuratively; by implication, a limited portion (degree)
  • pressed down G4085 (πιέζω) — to pack
  • shaken together G4531 (σαλεύω) — to waver, i.e. agitate, rock, topple or (by implication) destroy; figuratively, to disturb, incite
  • running over G5240 (ὑπερεκχύνω) — to pour out over, i.e. (passively) to overflow
  • shall men give G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • bosom G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • bosom G2859 (κόλπος) — the bosom; by analogy, a bay
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • with the same G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • that G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • ye mete withal G3354 (μετρέω) — to measure (i.e. ascertain in size by a fixed standard); by implication, to admeasure (i.e. allot by rule)
  • it shall be measured G488 (ἀντιμετρέω) — to mete in return
  • to you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • again G488 (ἀντιμετρέω) — to mete in return

39 And he spake also a parable unto them, Can the blind guide the blind? shall they not both fall into a pit?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • he spake G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • a parable G3850 (παραβολή) — a similitude ("parable"), i.e. (symbolic) fictitious narrative (of common life conveying a moral), apothegm or adage
  • unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • G3385 (μήτι) — whether at all
  • Can G1410 (δύναμαι) — to be able or possible
  • the blind G5185 (τυφλός) — opaque (as if smoky), i.e. (by analogy) blind (physically or mentally)
  • lead G3594 (ὁδηγέω) — to show the way (literally or figuratively (teach))
  • shall they G4098 (πίπτω) — to fall (literally or figuratively)
  • not G3780 (οὐχί) — not indeed
  • both G297 (ἀμφότερος) — (in plural) both
  • fall G4098 (πίπτω) — to fall (literally or figuratively)
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the ditch G999 (βόθυνος) — a hole (in the ground); specially, a cistern

40 The disciple is not above his teacher: but every one when he is perfected shall be as his teacher.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 10:24 · Matthew 23:15
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • The disciple G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • above G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place, above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding; with the accusative case superior to, m…
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • master G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • master G1320 (διδάσκαλος) — an instructor (genitive case or specially)
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • every G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • one that is perfect G2675 (καταρτίζω) — to complete thoroughly, i.e. repair (literally or figuratively) or adjust
  • shall be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)

41 And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother’s eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • why G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • beholdest thou G991 (βλέπω) — to look at (literally or figuratively)
  • the mote G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the mote G2595 (κάρφος) — a dry twig or straw
  • that is G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • brother’s G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • brother’s G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • eye G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • eye G3788 (ὀφθαλμός) — the eye (literally or figuratively); by implication, vision; figuratively, envy (from the jealous side-glance)
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • perceivest G2657 (κατανοέω) — to observe fully
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • the beam G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the beam G1385 (δοκός) — a stick of timber
  • thine own G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • thine own G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate

42 Or how canst thou say to thy brother, Brother, let me cast out the mote that is in thine eye, when thou thyself beholdest not the beam that is in thine own eye? Thou hypocrite, cast out first the beam out of thine own eye, and then shalt thou see clearly to cast out the mote that is in thy brother’s eye.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Either G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • how G4459 (πῶς) — an interrogative particle of manner; in what way? (sometimes the question is indirect, how?); also as exclamation, how much!
  • canst G1410 (δύναμαι) — to be able or possible
  • thou say G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • to G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • brother G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • brother G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • let me G863 (ἀφίημι) — to send forth, in various applications (as follow)
  • pull out G1544 (ἐκβάλλω) — to eject (literally or figuratively)
  • the mote G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the mote G2595 (κάρφος) — a dry twig or straw
  • that is in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • thine G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • eye G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • eye G3788 (ὀφθαλμός) — the eye (literally or figuratively); by implication, vision; figuratively, envy (from the jealous side-glance)
  • when thou G991 (βλέπω) — to look at (literally or figuratively)
  • thyself G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • beholdest G991 (βλέπω) — to look at (literally or figuratively)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • the beam G1385 (δοκός) — a stick of timber
  • thine own G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • Thou hypocrite G5273 (ὑποκριτής) — an actor under an assumed character (stage-player), i.e. (figuratively) a dissembler ("hypocrite"
  • cast out G1544 (ἐκβάλλω) — to eject (literally or figuratively)
  • first G4412 (πρῶτον) — firstly (in time, place, order, or importance)
  • the beam G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • out of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • then G5119 (τότε) — the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution)
  • shalt thou see clearly G1227 (διαβλέπω) — to look through, i.e. recover full vision
  • to pull out G1544 (ἐκβάλλω) — to eject (literally or figuratively)
  • brother’s G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • brother’s G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )

43 For there is no good tree that bringeth forth corrupt fruit; nor again a corrupt tree that bringeth forth good fruit.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • a good G2570 (καλός) — properly, beautiful, but chiefly (figuratively) good (literally or morally), i.e. valuable or virtuous (for appearance or use, and thus distinguished from , w…
  • tree G1186 (δένδρον) — a tree
  • G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • bringeth G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • forth G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • corrupt G4550 (σαπρός) — rotten, i.e. worthless (literally or morally)
  • fruit G2590 (καρπός) — fruit (as plucked), literally or figuratively
  • neither G3761 (οὐδέ) — not however, i.e. neither, nor, not even
  • doth G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • a corrupt G4550 (σαπρός) — rotten, i.e. worthless (literally or morally)
  • bring forth G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • good G2570 (καλός) — properly, beautiful, but chiefly (figuratively) good (literally or morally), i.e. valuable or virtuous (for appearance or use, and thus distinguished from , w…

44 For each tree is known by its own fruit. For of thorns men do not gather figs, nor of a bramble bush gather they grapes.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 12:33 · Galatians 5:19 · Titus 2:11
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • every G1538 (ἕκαστος) — each or every
  • tree G1186 (δένδρον) — a tree
  • is known G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
  • by G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • his own G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate
  • fruit G2590 (καρπός) — fruit (as plucked), literally or figuratively
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • thorns G173 (ἄκανθα) — a thorn
  • men do G4816 (συλλέγω) — to collect
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • gather G4816 (συλλέγω) — to collect
  • figs G4810 (σῦκον) — a fig
  • nor G3761 (οὐδέ) — not however, i.e. neither, nor, not even
  • a bramble bush G942 (βάτος) — a brier shrub
  • gather they G5166 (τρυγάω) — to collect the vintage
  • grapes G4718 (σταφυλή) — a cluster of grapes (as if intertwined)

45 The good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and the evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth that which is evil: for out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • A good G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • A good G18 (ἀγαθός) — "good" (in any sense, often as noun)
  • man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • out of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • the good G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the good G18 (ἀγαθός) — "good" (in any sense, often as noun)
  • treasure G2344 (θησαυρός) — a deposit, i.e. wealth (literally or figuratively)
  • of his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • heart G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • heart G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle
  • bringeth forth G4393 (προφέρω) — to bear forward, i.e. produce
  • that which is good G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that which is good G18 (ἀγαθός) — "good" (in any sense, often as noun)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • an evil G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • an evil G4190 (πονηρός) — hurtful, i.e. evil (properly, in effect or influence, and thus differing from , which refers rather to essential character, as well as from , which indicates…
  • the evil G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the evil G4190 (πονηρός) — hurtful, i.e. evil (properly, in effect or influence, and thus differing from , which refers rather to essential character, as well as from , which indicates…
  • that which is evil G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that which is evil G4190 (πονηρός) — hurtful, i.e. evil (properly, in effect or influence, and thus differing from , which refers rather to essential character, as well as from , which indicates…
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • the abundance G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the abundance G4051 (περίσσευμα) — a surplus, or superabundance
  • of the heart G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the heart G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • mouth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • mouth G4750 (στόμα) — the mouth (as if a gash in the face); by implication, language (and its relations); figuratively, an opening (in the earth); specially, the front or edge (of…
  • speaketh G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words

46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • why G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • call ye G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • the things which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • I say G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…

47 Every one that cometh unto me, and heareth my words, and doeth them, I will show you to whom he is like:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Whosoever G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • cometh G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • to G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • heareth G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • sayings G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • sayings G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computa…
  • doeth G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • I will shew G5263 (ὑποδείκνυμι) — to exhibit under the eyes, i.e. (figuratively) to exemplify (instruct, admonish)
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • to whom G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • he is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • like G3664 (ὅμοιος) — similar (in appearance or character)

48 he is like a man building a house, who digged and went deep, and laid a foundation upon the rock: and when a flood arose, the stream brake against that house, and could not shake it: because it had been well builded.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • He is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • like G3664 (ὅμοιος) — similar (in appearance or character)
  • a man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • built an G3618 (οἰκοδομέω) — to be a house-builder, i.e. construct or (figuratively) confirm
  • house G3614 (οἰκία) — properly, residence (abstractly), but usually (concretely) an abode (literally or figuratively); by implication, a family (especially domestics)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • digged G4626 (σκάπτω) — to dig
  • deep G900 (βαθύνω) — to deepen
  • laid G5087 (τίθημι) — to place (in the widest application, literally and figuratively; properly, in a passive or horizontal posture, and thus different from , which properly denote…
  • the foundation G2310 (θεμέλιος) — something put down, i.e. a substruction (of a building, etc.), (literally or figuratively)
  • on G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • a rock G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • a rock G4073 (πέτρα) — a (mass of) rock (literally or figuratively)
  • and G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when the flood G4132 (πλήμμυρα) — flood-tide, i.e. (by analogy) a freshet
  • arose G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • the stream G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the stream G4215 (ποταμός) — a current, brook or freshet (as drinkable), i.e. running water
  • beat vehemently G4366 (προσρήγνυμι) — to tear towards, i.e. burst upon (as a tempest or flood)
  • upon that G1565 (ἐκεῖνος) — that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
  • house G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • could G2480 (ἰσχύω) — to have (or exercise) force (literally or figuratively)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • shake G4531 (σαλεύω) — to waver, i.e. agitate, rock, topple or (by implication) destroy; figuratively, to disturb, incite
  • it G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • it was founded G2311 (θεμελιόω) — to lay a basis for, i.e. (literally) erect, or (figuratively) consolidate
  • upon G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…

49 But he that heareth, and doeth not, is like a man that built a house upon the earth without a foundation; against which the stream brake, and straightway it fell in; and the ruin of that house was great.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • he that heareth G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • doeth G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • like G3664 (ὅμοιος) — similar (in appearance or character)
  • a man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • that without G5565 (χωρίς) — at a space, i.e. separately or apart from (often as preposition)
  • a foundation G2310 (θεμέλιος) — something put down, i.e. a substruction (of a building, etc.), (literally or figuratively)
  • built G3618 (οἰκοδομέω) — to be a house-builder, i.e. construct or (figuratively) confirm
  • an house G3614 (οἰκία) — properly, residence (abstractly), but usually (concretely) an abode (literally or figuratively); by implication, a family (especially domestics)
  • upon G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • the earth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the earth G1093 (γῆ) — soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe (including the occupants in each application)
  • against G4366 (προσρήγνυμι) — to tear towards, i.e. burst upon (as a tempest or flood)
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • the stream G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the stream G4215 (ποταμός) — a current, brook or freshet (as drinkable), i.e. running water
  • did beat vehemently G4366 (προσρήγνυμι) — to tear towards, i.e. burst upon (as a tempest or flood)
  • immediately G2112 (εὐθέως) — directly, i.e. at once or soon
  • it fell G4098 (πίπτω) — to fall (literally or figuratively)
  • the ruin G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the ruin G4485 (ῥῆγμα) — something torn, i.e. a fragment (by implication and abstractly, a fall)
  • of that G1565 (ἐκεῖνος) — that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
  • house G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • house G3614 (οἰκία) — properly, residence (abstractly), but usually (concretely) an abode (literally or figuratively); by implication, a family (especially domestics)
  • was G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • great G3173 (μέγας) — big (literally or figuratively, in a very wide application)