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Matthew 20

1 For the kingdom of heaven is like unto a man that was a householder, who went out early in the morning to hire laborers into his vineyard.

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)
  • 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 heaven G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of heaven G3772 (οὐρανός) — the sky; by extension, heaven (as the abode of God); by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel (Christianity)
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • like G3664 (ὅμοιος) — similar (in appearance or character)
  • unto a man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • an householder G3617 (οἰκοδεσπότης) — the head of a family
  • which G3748 (ὅστις) — which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which same
  • went out G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
  • early G260 (ἅμα) — properly, at the "same" time, but freely used as a preposition or adverb denoting close association
  • in the morning G4404 (πρωΐ) — at dawn; by implication, the day-break watch
  • to hire G3409 (μισθόω) — to let out for wages, i.e. (middle voice) to hire
  • labourers G2040 (ἐργάτης) — a toiler; figuratively, a teacher
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • 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
  • vineyard G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • vineyard G290 (ἀμπελών) — a vineyard

2 And when he had agreed with the laborers for a shilling a day, he sent them into his vineyard.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when he had agreed G4856 (συμφωνέω) — to be harmonious, i.e. (figuratively) to accord (be suitable, concur) or stipulate (by compact)
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • the labourers G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the labourers G2040 (ἐργάτης) — a toiler; figuratively, a teacher
  • for G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • a penny G1220 (δηνάριον) — a denarius (or ten asses)
  • a day G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • a 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 sent G649 (ἀποστέλλω) — set apart, i.e. (by implication) to send out (properly, on a mission) literally or figuratively
  • 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
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • 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
  • vineyard G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • vineyard G290 (ἀμπελών) — a vineyard

3 And he went out about the third hour, and saw others standing in the marketplace idle;

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 went out G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
  • about G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • the G5610 (ὥρα) — an "hour" (literally or figuratively)
  • third G5154 (τρίτος) — third; neuter (as noun) a third part, or (as adverb) a (or the) third time, thirdly
  • hour G5610 (ὥρα) — an "hour" (literally or figuratively)
  • and saw G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • others G243 (ἄλλος) — "else," i.e. different (in many applications)
  • standing G2476 (ἵστημι) — to stand (transitively or intransitively), used in various applications (literally or figuratively)
  • idle G692 (ἀργός) — inactive, i.e. unemployed; (by implication) lazy, useless
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the marketplace G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the marketplace G58 (ἀγορά) — properly, the town-square (as a place of public resort); by implication, a market or thoroughfare

4 and to them he said, Go ye also into the vineyard, and whatsoever is right I will give you. And they went their way.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2548 (κἀκεῖνος) — likewise that (or those)
  • said unto them 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…
  • Go G5217 (ὑπάγω) — to lead (oneself) under, i.e. withdraw or retire (as if sinking out of sight), literally or figuratively
  • 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
  • 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 vineyard G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the vineyard G290 (ἀμπελών) — a vineyard
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • whatsoever G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • whatsoever G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • right G1342 (δίκαιος) — equitable (in character or act); by implication, innocent, holy (absolutely or relatively)
  • I will give G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • they went their way G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • they went their way G565 (ἀπέρχομαι) — to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), literally or figuratively

5 Again he went out about the sixth and the ninth hour, and did likewise.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Again G3825 (πάλιν) — (adverbially) anew, i.e. (of place) back, (of time) once more, or (conjunctionally) furthermore or on the other hand
  • he went out G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
  • about G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • the G5610 (ὥρα) — an "hour" (literally or figuratively)
  • sixth G1623 (ἕκτος) — sixth
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • ninth G1766 (ἔννατος) — ninth
  • hour G5610 (ὥρα) — an "hour" (literally or figuratively)
  • and did G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • likewise G5615 (ὡσαύτως) — as thus, i.e. in the same way

6 And about the eleventh hour he went out, and found others standing; and he saith unto them, Why stand ye here all the day idle?

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.
  • about G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • the G5610 (ὥρα) — an "hour" (literally or figuratively)
  • eleventh G1734 (ἑνδέκατος) — eleventh
  • hour G5610 (ὥρα) — an "hour" (literally or figuratively)
  • he went out G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
  • and found G2147 (εὑρίσκω) — to find (literally or figuratively)
  • others G243 (ἄλλος) — "else," i.e. different (in many applications)
  • standing G2476 (ἵστημι) — to stand (transitively or intransitively), used in various applications (literally or figuratively)
  • idle G692 (ἀργός) — inactive, i.e. unemployed; (by implication) lazy, useless
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • saith 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)
  • stand ye G2476 (ἵστημι) — to stand (transitively or intransitively), used in various applications (literally or figuratively)
  • here G5602 (ὧδε) — in this same spot, i.e. here or hither
  • all G3650 (ὅλος) — "whole" or "all", i.e. complete (in extent, amount, time or degree), especially (neuter) as noun or adverb
  • the day G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the 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…

7 They say unto him, Because no man hath hired us. He saith unto them, Go ye also into the vineyard.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • They 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 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
  • Because G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • no man G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none, nobody, nothing
  • hath hired G3409 (μισθόω) — to let out for wages, i.e. (middle voice) to hire
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • He saith 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
  • Go G5217 (ὑπάγω) — to lead (oneself) under, i.e. withdraw or retire (as if sinking out of sight), literally or figuratively
  • 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
  • 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 vineyard G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the vineyard G290 (ἀμπελών) — a vineyard
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • whatsoever G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • right G1342 (δίκαιος) — equitable (in character or act); by implication, innocent, holy (absolutely or relatively)
  • shall ye receive G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))

8 And when even was come, the lord of the vineyard saith unto his steward, Call the laborers, and pay them their hire, beginning from the last unto the first.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • So G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • even G3798 (ὄψιος) — late; feminine (as noun) afternoon (early eve) or nightfall (later eve)
  • was come 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 lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • of the vineyard G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the vineyard G290 (ἀμπελών) — a vineyard
  • saith 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 G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • unto G2012 (ἐπίτροπος) — a commissioner, i.e. domestic manager, guardian
  • 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
  • steward G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • steward G2012 (ἐπίτροπος) — a commissioner, i.e. domestic manager, guardian
  • Call G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • the labourers G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the labourers G2040 (ἐργάτης) — a toiler; figuratively, a teacher
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • give G591 (ἀποδίδωμι) — to give away, i.e. up, over, back, etc. (in various applications)
  • 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
  • hire G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • hire G3408 (μισθός) — pay for service (literally or figuratively), good or bad
  • beginning G756 (ἄρχομαι) — to commence (in order of time)
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • the last G2078 (ἔσχατος) — farthest, final (of place or time)
  • unto G2193 (ἕως) — a conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until (of time and place)
  • the first G4413 (πρῶτος) — foremost (in time, place, order or importance)

9 And when they came that were hired about the eleventh hour, they received every man a shilling.

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
  • when they came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • about G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • the G5610 (ὥρα) — an "hour" (literally or figuratively)
  • eleventh G1734 (ἑνδέκατος) — eleventh
  • hour G5610 (ὥρα) — an "hour" (literally or figuratively)
  • they received G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • every man G303 (ἀνά) — properly, up; but (by extension) used (distributively) severally, or (locally) at (etc.)
  • a penny G1220 (δηνάριον) — a denarius (or ten asses)

10 And when the first came, they supposed that they would receive more; and they likewise received every man a shilling.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 19:27
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • the first G4413 (πρῶτος) — foremost (in time, place, order or importance)
  • came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • they supposed G3543 (νομίζω) — properly, to do by law (usage), i.e. to accustom (passively, be usual); by extension, to deem or regard
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • they should have received G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • more G4119 (πλείων) — more in quantity, number, or quality; also (in plural) the major portion
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • 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
  • likewise G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • received G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • every man G303 (ἀνά) — properly, up; but (by extension) used (distributively) severally, or (locally) at (etc.)
  • a penny G1220 (δηνάριον) — a denarius (or ten asses)

11 And when they received it, they murmured against the householder,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when they had received G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • they murmured G1111 (γογγύζω) — to grumble
  • against 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 goodman of the house G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the goodman of the house G3617 (οἰκοδεσπότης) — the head of a family

12 saying, These last have spent but one hour, and thou hast made them equal unto us, who have borne the burden of the day and the scorching heat.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Saying 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…
  • G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • These G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • last G2078 (ἔσχατος) — farthest, final (of place or time)
  • have wrought G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • one G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • hour G5610 (ὥρα) — an "hour" (literally or figuratively)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • thou hast made 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
  • equal G2470 (ἴσος) — similar (in amount and kind)
  • unto us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • which have borne G941 (βαστάζω) — to lift, literally or figuratively (endure, declare, sustain, receive, etc.)
  • the burden G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the burden G922 (βάρος) — weight; in the New Testament only, figuratively, a load, abundance, authority
  • heat G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • heat G2742 (καύσων) — a glare
  • of the day G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the 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…

13 But he answered and said to one of them, Friend, I do thee no wrong: didst not thou agree with me for a shilling?

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 answered G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • one G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • of 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 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…
  • Friend G2083 (ἑταῖρος) — a comrade
  • I do G91 (ἀδικέω) — to be unjust, i.e. (actively) do wrong (morally, socially or physically)
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • no G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • wrong G91 (ἀδικέω) — to be unjust, i.e. (actively) do wrong (morally, socially or physically)
  • didst G4856 (συμφωνέω) — to be harmonious, i.e. (figuratively) to accord (be suitable, concur) or stipulate (by compact)
  • not G3780 (οὐχί) — not indeed
  • thou agree G4856 (συμφωνέω) — to be harmonious, i.e. (figuratively) to accord (be suitable, concur) or stipulate (by compact)
  • with me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • for a penny G1220 (δηνάριον) — a denarius (or ten asses)

14 Take up that which is thine, and go thy way; it is my will to give unto this last, even as unto thee.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Take 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);…
  • thine G4674 (σός) — thine
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • go thy way G5217 (ὑπάγω) — to lead (oneself) under, i.e. withdraw or retire (as if sinking out of sight), literally or figuratively
  • I will G2309 (θέλω) — to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations), i.e. choose…
  • 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)
  • unto G2078 (ἔσχατος) — farthest, final (of place or time)
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • last G2078 (ἔσχατος) — farthest, final (of place or time)
  • even G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • unto thee G4771 (σύ) — thou

15 Is it not lawful for me to do what I will with mine own? or is thine eye evil, because I am good?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • Is it 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…
  • for me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • to do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • what G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • I will G2309 (θέλω) — to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations), i.e. choose…
  • with G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • mine own G1699 (ἐμός) — my
  • G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • Is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • 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)
  • 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…
  • because G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • am G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • good G18 (ἀγαθός) — "good" (in any sense, often as noun)

16 So the last shall be first, and the first last.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • So G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)
  • the last G2078 (ἔσχατος) — farthest, final (of place or time)
  • shall be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • first G4413 (πρῶτος) — foremost (in time, place, order or importance)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the first G4413 (πρῶτος) — foremost (in time, place, order or importance)
  • last G2078 (ἔσχατος) — farthest, final (of place or time)
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • many G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • called G2822 (κλητός) — invited, i.e. appointed, or (specially), a saint
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • few G3641 (ὀλίγος) — puny (in extent, degree, number, duration or value); especially neuter (adverbially) somewhat
  • chosen G1588 (ἐκλεκτός) — select; by implication, favorite

17 And as Jesus was going up to Jerusalem, he took the twelve disciples apart, and on the way he said unto them,

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Genesis 18:17 · Matthew 13:11 · Matthew 16:13 · Luke 18:31 · Acts 10:41
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
  • 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
  • going up G305 (ἀναβαίνω) — to go up (literally or figuratively)
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • Jerusalem G2414 (Ἱεροσόλυμα) — Hierosolyma (i.e. Jerushalaim), the capitol of Palestine
  • took G3880 (παραλαμβάνω) — to receive near, i.e. associate with oneself (in any familiar or intimate act or relation); by analogy, to assume an office; figuratively, to learn
  • the twelve G1427 (δώδεκα) — two and ten, i.e. a dozen
  • disciples G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • apart G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the way G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the way G3598 (ὁδός) — a road; by implication, a progress (the route, act or distance); figuratively, a mode or means
  • 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

18 Behold, we go up to Jerusalem; and the Son of man shall be delivered unto the chief priests and scribes; and they shall condemn him to death,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • we go up G305 (ἀναβαίνω) — to go up (literally or figuratively)
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • Jerusalem G2414 (Ἱεροσόλυμα) — Hierosolyma (i.e. Jerushalaim), the capitol of Palestine
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • 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
  • shall be betrayed G3860 (παραδίδωμι) — to surrender, i.e yield up, intrust, transmit
  • unto the chief priests G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • unto the chief priests G749 (ἀρχιερεύς) — the high-priest (literally, of the Jews, typically, Christ); by extension a chief priest
  • unto the scribes G1122 (γραμματεύς)
  • they shall condemn G2632 (κατακρίνω) — to judge against, i.e. sentence
  • 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 death G2288 (θάνατος) — (properly, an adjective used as a noun) death (literally or figuratively)

19 and shall deliver him unto the Gentiles to mock, and to scourge, and to crucify: and the third day he shall be raised up.

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
  • shall deliver G3860 (παραδίδωμι) — to surrender, i.e yield up, intrust, transmit
  • 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 the Gentiles G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to the Gentiles G1484 (ἔθνος) — a race (as of the same habit), i.e. a tribe; specially, a foreign (non-Jewish) one (usually, by implication, pagan)
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • mock G1702 (ἐμπαίζω) — to jeer at, i.e. deride
  • to scourge G3146 (μαστιγόω) — to flog (literally or figuratively)
  • to crucify G4717 (σταυρόω) — to impale on the cross; figuratively, to extinguish (subdue) passion or selfishness
  • the 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…
  • third G5154 (τρίτος) — third; neuter (as noun) a third part, or (as adverb) a (or the) third time, thirdly
  • 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 shall rise again G450 (ἀνίστημι) — to stand up (literal or figurative, transitive or intransitive)

20 Then came to him the mother of the sons of Zebedee with her sons, worshipping him, and asking a certain thing of him.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G5119 (τότε) — the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution)
  • came G4334 (προσέρχομαι) — to approach, i.e. (literally) come near, visit, or (figuratively) worship, assent to
  • to 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
  • the mother G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the mother G3384 (μήτηρ) — a "mother" (literally or figuratively, immediate or remote)
  • of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • Zebedee’s G2199 (Ζεβεδαῖος) — Zebedæus, an Israelite
  • children G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • children G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • her 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
  • sons G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • sons G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • worshipping G4352 (προσκυνέω) — to fawn or crouch to, i.e. (literally or figuratively) prostrate oneself in homage (do reverence to, adore)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • desiring G154 (αἰτέω) — to ask (in genitive case)
  • a certain thing G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • 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)…
  • 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

21 And he said unto her, What wouldest thou? She saith unto him, Command that these my two sons may sit, one on thy right hand, and one on thy left hand, in thy kingdom.

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.
  • 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 her 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
  • What G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • wilt thou G2309 (θέλω) — to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations), i.e. choose…
  • She saith 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 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
  • Grant 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…
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • these G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • two G1417 (δύο) — "two"
  • sons G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • may sit G2523 (καθίζω) — to seat down, i.e. set (figuratively, appoint); intransitively, to sit (down); figuratively, to settle (hover, dwell)
  • the one G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • on G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • right hand G1188 (δεξιός) — the right side or (feminine) hand (as that which usually takes)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the other G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • the left G2176 (εὐώνυμος) — properly, well-named (good-omened), i.e. the left (which was the lucky side among the pagan Greeks); neuter as adverbial, at the left hand
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • kingdom G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • kingdom G932 (βασιλεία) — properly, royalty, i.e. (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively)

22 But Jesus answered and said, Ye know not what ye ask. Are ye able to drink the cup that I am about to drink? They say unto him, We are able.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • 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
  • answered G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • 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…
  • Ye know 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…
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • what G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • ye ask G154 (αἰτέω) — to ask (in genitive case)
  • Are ye able G1410 (δύναμαι) — to be able or possible
  • to drink G4095 (πίνω) — to imbibe (literally or figuratively)
  • of the cup G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the cup G4221 (ποτήριον) — a drinking-vessel; by extension, the contents thereof, i.e. a cupful (draught); figuratively, a lot or fate
  • that G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • shall G3195 (μέλλω) — to intend, i.e. be about to be, do, or suffer something (of persons or things, especially events; in the sense of purpose, duty, necessity, probability, poss…
  • drink of G4095 (πίνω) — to imbibe (literally or figuratively)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • to be baptized G907 (βαπτίζω) — to immerse, submerge; to make whelmed (i.e. fully wet); used only (in the New Testament) of ceremonial ablution, especially (technically) of the ordinance of…
  • with the baptism G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • with the baptism G908 (βάπτισμα) — baptism (technically or figuratively)
  • am baptized with G907 (βαπτίζω) — to immerse, submerge; to make whelmed (i.e. fully wet); used only (in the New Testament) of ceremonial ablution, especially (technically) of the ordinance of…
  • They 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 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
  • We are able G1410 (δύναμαι) — to be able or possible

23 He saith unto them, My cup indeed ye shall drink: but to sit on my right hand, and on my left hand, is not mine to give; but it is for them for whom it hath been prepared of my Father.

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 saith 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
  • Ye shall drink G4095 (πίνω) — to imbibe (literally or figuratively)
  • indeed G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • of G4221 (ποτήριον) — a drinking-vessel; by extension, the contents thereof, i.e. a cupful (draught); figuratively, a lot or fate
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • cup G4221 (ποτήριον) — a drinking-vessel; by extension, the contents thereof, i.e. a cupful (draught); figuratively, a lot or fate
  • be baptized G907 (βαπτίζω) — to immerse, submerge; to make whelmed (i.e. fully wet); used only (in the New Testament) of ceremonial ablution, especially (technically) of the ordinance of…
  • with the baptism G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • with the baptism G908 (βάπτισμα) — baptism (technically or figuratively)
  • that G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • am baptized with G907 (βαπτίζω) — to immerse, submerge; to make whelmed (i.e. fully wet); used only (in the New Testament) of ceremonial ablution, especially (technically) of the ordinance of…
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • to sit G2523 (καθίζω) — to seat down, i.e. set (figuratively, appoint); intransitively, to sit (down); figuratively, to settle (hover, dwell)
  • on G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • right hand G1188 (δεξιός) — the right side or (feminine) hand (as that which usually takes)
  • left G2176 (εὐώνυμος) — properly, well-named (good-omened), i.e. the left (which was the lucky side among the pagan Greeks); neuter as adverbial, at the left hand
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • mine G1699 (ἐμός) — my
  • to give G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • for whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • it is prepared G2090 (ἑτοιμάζω) — to prepare
  • of 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…
  • 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)

24 And when the ten heard it, they were moved with indignation concerning the two brethren.

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
  • when G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • the ten G1176 (δέκα) — ten
  • heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • they were moved with indignation G23 (ἀγανακτέω) — to be greatly afflicted, i.e. (figuratively) indignant
  • against G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • the two G1417 (δύο) — "two"
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )

25 But Jesus called them unto him, and said, Ye know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great ones exercise authority over them.

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.
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • called G4341 (προσκαλέομαι) — to call toward oneself, i.e. summon, invite
  • 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 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…
  • Ye know 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…
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • the princes G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the princes G758 (ἄρχων) — a first (in rank or power)
  • of the Gentiles G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the Gentiles G1484 (ἔθνος) — a race (as of the same habit), i.e. a tribe; specially, a foreign (non-Jewish) one (usually, by implication, pagan)
  • exercise dominion over G2634 (κατακυριεύω) — to lord against, i.e. control, subjugate
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • they that are great G3173 (μέγας) — big (literally or figuratively, in a very wide application)
  • exercise authority upon G2715 (κατεξουσιάζω) — to have (wield) full privilege over

26 Not so shall it be among you: but whosoever would become great among you shall be your minister;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • it shall G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)
  • among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • whosoever G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • will be G2309 (θέλω) — to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations), i.e. choose…
  • great G3173 (μέγας) — big (literally or figuratively, in a very wide application)
  • let him G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • minister G1249 (διάκονος) — an attendant, i.e. (genitive case) a waiter (at table or in other menial duties); specially, a Christian teacher and pastor (technically, a deacon or deacone…

27 and whosoever would be first among you shall be your servant:

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
  • whosoever G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • will G2309 (θέλω) — to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations), i.e. choose…
  • be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • chief G4413 (πρῶτος) — foremost (in time, place, order or importance)
  • among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • let him be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • servant G1401 (δοῦλος) — a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)

28 even as the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Even as G5618 (ὥσπερ) — just as, i.e. exactly like
  • 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
  • came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • to be ministered unto G1247 (διακονέω) — to be an attendant, i.e. wait upon (menially or as a host, friend, or (figuratively) teacher); technically, to act as a Christian deacon
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • to minister G1247 (διακονέω) — to be an attendant, i.e. wait upon (menially or as a host, friend, or (figuratively) teacher); technically, to act as a Christian deacon
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • to give G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • 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
  • life G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • 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…
  • a ransom G3083 (λύτρον) — something to loosen with, i.e. a redemption price (figuratively, atonement)
  • for G473 (ἀντί) — opposite, i.e. instead or because of (rarely in addition to)
  • many G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely

29 And as they went out from Jericho, a great multitude followed him.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 9:27 · Luke 18:35
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 G1607 (ἐκπορεύομαι) — to depart, be discharged, proceed, project
  • 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
  • departed G1607 (ἐκπορεύομαι) — to depart, be discharged, proceed, project
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • Jericho G2410 (Ἱεριχώ) — Jericho, a place in Palestine
  • a G3793 (ὄχλος) — a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot
  • 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 G3793 (ὄχλος) — a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot
  • followed G190 (ἀκολουθέω) — properly, to be in the same way with, i.e. to accompany (specially, as a disciple)
  • 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

30 And behold, two blind men sitting by the way side, when they heard that Jesus was passing by, cried out, saying, Lord, have mercy on us, thou son of David.

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
  • behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • two G1417 (δύο) — "two"
  • blind men G5185 (τυφλός) — opaque (as if smoky), i.e. (by analogy) blind (physically or mentally)
  • sitting G2521 (κάθημαι) — and (to sit; akin to the base of ); to sit down; figuratively, to remain, reside
  • by 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)…
  • the way side G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the way side G3598 (ὁδός) — a road; by implication, a progress (the route, act or distance); figuratively, a mode or means
  • when they heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • passed by G3855 (παράγω) — to lead near, i.e. (reflexively or intransitively) to go along or away
  • cried out G2896 (κράζω) — properly, to "croak" (as a raven) or scream, i.e. (genitive case) to call aloud (shriek, exclaim, intreat)
  • saying 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 mercy on G1653 (ἐλεέω) — to compassionate (by word or deed, specially, by divine grace)
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • O Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • Son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • of David G1138 (Δαβίδ) — Dabid (i.e. David), the Israelite king

31 And the multitude rebuked them, that they should hold their peace: but they cried out the more, saying, Lord, have mercy on us, thou son of David.

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.
  • the multitude G3793 (ὄχλος) — a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot
  • rebuked G2008 (ἐπιτιμάω) — to tax upon, i.e. censure or admonish; by implication, forbid
  • 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
  • because G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • they should hold their peace G4623 (σιωπάω) — to be dumb (but not deaf also, like 2974 properly); figuratively, to be calm (as quiet water)
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • they cried G2896 (κράζω) — properly, to "croak" (as a raven) or scream, i.e. (genitive case) to call aloud (shriek, exclaim, intreat)
  • the more G3173 (μέγας) — big (literally or figuratively, in a very wide application)
  • saying 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 mercy on G1653 (ἐλεέω) — to compassionate (by word or deed, specially, by divine grace)
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • O Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • Son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • of David G1138 (Δαβίδ) — Dabid (i.e. David), the Israelite king

32 And Jesus stood still, and called them, and said, What will ye that I should do unto you?

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 20:21 · Acts 10:29 · Philippians 4:6
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
  • stood still G2476 (ἵστημι) — to stand (transitively or intransitively), used in various applications (literally or figuratively)
  • and called G5455 (φωνέω) — to emit a sound (animal, human or instrumental); by implication, to address in words or by name, also in imitation
  • 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…
  • What G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • will ye 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 I shall do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou

33 They say unto him, Lord, that our eyes may be opened.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Psalms 119:18 · Ephesians 1:17
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • They 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 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
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • 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)
  • may be opened G455 (ἀνοίγω) — to open up (literally or figuratively, in various applications)

34 And Jesus, being moved with compassion, touched their eyes; and straightway they received their sight, and followed him.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • So G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • 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
  • had compassion G4697 (σπλαγχνίζομαι) — to have the bowels yearn, i.e. (figuratively) feel sympathy, to pity
  • and touched G680 (ἅπτομαι) — properly, to attach oneself to, i.e. to touch (in many implied relations)
  • 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
  • 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)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • immediately G2112 (εὐθέως) — directly, i.e. at once or soon
  • received sight G308 (ἀναβλέπω) — to look up; by implication, to recover sight
  • they followed G190 (ἀκολουθέω) — properly, to be in the same way with, i.e. to accompany (specially, as a disciple)
  • 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