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Matthew 25

1 Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, who took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom.

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)
  • 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)
  • be likened G3666 (ὁμοιόω) — to assimilate, i.e. compare; passively, to become similar
  • unto G3933 (παρθένος) — a maiden; by implication, an unmarried daughter
  • ten G1176 (δέκα) — ten
  • virgins G3933 (παρθένος) — a maiden; by implication, an unmarried daughter
  • which G3748 (ὅστις) — which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which same
  • took G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • 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
  • lamps G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • lamps G2985 (λαμπάς) — a "lamp" or flambeau
  • and went G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
  • forth G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • to meet G529 (ἀπάντησις) — a (friendly) encounter
  • the bridegroom G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the bridegroom G3566 (νυμφίος) — a bride-groom (literally or figuratively)

2 And five of them were foolish, and five were wise.

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.
  • five G4002 (πέντε) — "five"
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • 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
  • were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • wise G5429 (φρόνιμος) — thoughtful, i.e. sagacious or discreet (implying a cautious character; while denotes practical skill or acumen; and indicates rather intelligence or mental…
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • foolish G3474 (μωρός) — dull or stupid (as if shut up), i.e. heedless, (morally) blockhead, (apparently) absurd

3 For the foolish, when they took their lamps, took no oil with them:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • They that G3748 (ὅστις) — which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which same
  • foolish G3474 (μωρός) — dull or stupid (as if shut up), i.e. heedless, (morally) blockhead, (apparently) absurd
  • took G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • their G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • lamps G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • lamps G2985 (λαμπάς) — a "lamp" or flambeau
  • and took G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • no G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • oil G1637 (ἔλαιον) — olive oil
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • them G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.

4 but the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps.

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.
  • the wise G5429 (φρόνιμος) — thoughtful, i.e. sagacious or discreet (implying a cautious character; while denotes practical skill or acumen; and indicates rather intelligence or mental…
  • took G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • oil G1637 (ἔλαιον) — olive oil
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • 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
  • vessels G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • vessels G30 (ἀγγεῖον) — a receptacle
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • lamps G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • lamps G2985 (λαμπάς) — a "lamp" or flambeau

5 Now while the bridegroom tarried, they all slumbered and slept.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • While G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the bridegroom G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the bridegroom G3566 (νυμφίος) — a bride-groom (literally or figuratively)
  • tarried G5549 (χρονίζω) — to take time, i.e. linger
  • they G3573 (νυστάζω) — to nod, i.e. (by implication) to fall asleep; figuratively, to delay
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • slumbered G3573 (νυστάζω) — to nod, i.e. (by implication) to fall asleep; figuratively, to delay
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • slept G2518 (καθεύδω) — to lie down to rest, i.e. (by implication) to fall asleep (literally or figuratively)

6 But at midnight there is a cry, Behold, the bridegroom! Come ye forth to meet him.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • at midnight G3319 (μέσος) — middle (as an adjective or (neuter) noun)
  • at midnight G3571 (νύξ) — "night" (literally or figuratively)
  • there 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.)
  • a cry G2906 (κραυγή) — an outcry (in notification, tumult or grief)
  • made G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • Behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • the bridegroom G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the bridegroom G3566 (νυμφίος) — a bride-groom (literally or figuratively)
  • cometh G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • go ye G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
  • out G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • to meet G529 (ἀπάντησις) — a (friendly) encounter
  • 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

7 Then all those virgins arose, and trimmed their lamps.

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)
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • those G1565 (ἐκεῖνος) — that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
  • virgins G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • virgins G3933 (παρθένος) — a maiden; by implication, an unmarried daughter
  • arose 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…
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • trimmed G2885 (κοσμέω) — to put in proper order, i.e. decorate (literally or figuratively); specially, to snuff (a wick)
  • 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
  • lamps G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • lamps G2985 (λαμπάς) — a "lamp" or flambeau

8 And the foolish said unto the wise, Give us of your oil; for our lamps are going out.

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 foolish G3474 (μωρός) — dull or stupid (as if shut up), i.e. heedless, (morally) blockhead, (apparently) absurd
  • 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 wise G5429 (φρόνιμος) — thoughtful, i.e. sagacious or discreet (implying a cautious character; while denotes practical skill or acumen; and indicates rather intelligence or mental…
  • Give G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • oil G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • oil G1637 (ἔλαιον) — olive oil
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • lamps G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • lamps G2985 (λαμπάς) — a "lamp" or flambeau
  • are gone out G4570 (σβέννυμι) — to extinguish (literally or figuratively)

9 But the wise answered, saying, Peradventure there will not be enough for us and you: go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for yourselves.

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.
  • the wise G5429 (φρόνιμος) — thoughtful, i.e. sagacious or discreet (implying a cautious character; while denotes practical skill or acumen; and indicates rather intelligence or mental…
  • 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)
  • 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…
  • lest G3379 (μήποτε) — not ever; also if (or lest) ever (or perhaps)
  • there be G714 (ἀρκέω) — properly, to ward off, i.e. (by implication) to avail (figuratively, be satisfactory)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • enough G714 (ἀρκέω) — properly, to ward off, i.e. (by implication) to avail (figuratively, be satisfactory)
  • for us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • go ye G4198 (πορεύομαι) — to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.);
  • rather G3123 (μᾶλλον) — (adverbially) more (in a greater degree) or rather
  • 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…
  • them that sell G4453 (πωλέω) — to barter (as a pedlar), i.e. to sell
  • buy G59 (ἀγοράζω) — properly, to go to market, i.e. (by implication) to purchase; specially, to redeem
  • for yourselves G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.

10 And while they went away to buy, the bridegroom came; and they that were ready went in with him to the marriage feast: and the door was shut.

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.
  • while G565 (ἀπέρχομαι) — to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), literally or figuratively
  • 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
  • went G565 (ἀπέρχομαι) — to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), literally or figuratively
  • to buy G59 (ἀγοράζω) — properly, to go to market, i.e. (by implication) to purchase; specially, to redeem
  • the bridegroom G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the bridegroom G3566 (νυμφίος) — a bride-groom (literally or figuratively)
  • came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • 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 ready G2092 (ἕτοιμος) — adjusted, i.e. ready
  • went in G1525 (εἰσέρχομαι) — to enter (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…
  • 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 G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the marriage G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the marriage G1062 (γάμος) — nuptials
  • the door G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the door G2374 (θύρα) — a portal or entrance (the opening or the closure, literally or figuratively)
  • was shut G2808 (κλείω) — to close (literally or figuratively)

11 Afterward came also the other virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 7:21 · Hebrews 12:16
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Afterward G5305 (ὕστερον) — more lately, i.e. eventually
  • G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the G3933 (παρθένος) — a maiden; by implication, an unmarried daughter
  • other G3062 (λοιποί) — remaining ones
  • virgins G3933 (παρθένος) — a maiden; by implication, an unmarried daughter
  • 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…
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • open G455 (ἀνοίγω) — to open up (literally or figuratively, in various applications)
  • to us G1473 (ἐγώ)

12 But he answered and said, Verily I say unto you, I know you not.

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)
  • 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…
  • Verily G281 (ἀμήν) — properly, firm, i.e. (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be it)
  • 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
  • I 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…
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not

13 Watch therefore, for ye know not the day nor the hour.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Watch G1127 (γρηγορεύω) — to keep awake, i.e. watch (literally or figuratively)
  • therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • 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…
  • neither G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • 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…
  • nor G3761 (οὐδέ) — not however, i.e. neither, nor, not even
  • the hour G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the hour G5610 (ὥρα) — an "hour" (literally or figuratively)
  • wherein G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • 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
  • cometh G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

14 For it is as when a man, going into another country, called his own servants, and delivered unto them his goods.

Cross references & Strong's
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)
  • as G5618 (ὥσπερ) — just as, i.e. exactly like
  • a man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • travelling into a far country G589 (ἀποδημέω) — to go abroad, i.e. visit a foreign land
  • called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • his own G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate
  • servants G1401 (δοῦλος) — a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • delivered G3860 (παραδίδωμι) — to surrender, i.e yield up, intrust, transmit
  • 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
  • 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
  • goods G5225 (ὑπάρχω) — to begin under (quietly), i.e. come into existence (be present or at hand); expletively, to exist (as copula or subordinate to an adjective, participle, adver…

15 And unto one he gave five talents, to another two, to another one; to each according to his several ability; and he went on his journey.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 18:24 · Luke 12:48 · Luke 19:13
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
  • unto one G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • he gave G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • five G4002 (πέντε) — "five"
  • talents G5007 (τάλαντον) — a balance (as supporting weights), i.e. (by implication) a certain weight (and thence a coin or rather sum of money) or "talent"
  • to another G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • two G1417 (δύο) — "two"
  • and G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • one G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • to every man G1538 (ἕκαστος) — each or every
  • according to G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • his several G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate
  • ability G1411 (δύναμις) — force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)
  • straightway G2112 (εὐθέως) — directly, i.e. at once or soon
  • took his journey G589 (ἀποδημέω) — to go abroad, i.e. visit a foreign land

16 Straightway he that received the five talents went and traded with them, and made other five talents.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Then G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • he that had received G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • the five G4002 (πέντε) — "five"
  • talents G5007 (τάλαντον) — a balance (as supporting weights), i.e. (by implication) a certain weight (and thence a coin or rather sum of money) or "talent"
  • went G4198 (πορεύομαι) — to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.);
  • and traded G2038 (ἐργάζομαι) — to toil (as a task, occupation, etc.), (by implication) effect, be engaged in or with, etc.
  • with G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • 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
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • made G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • other G243 (ἄλλος) — "else," i.e. different (in many applications)
  • five G4002 (πέντε) — "five"

17 In like manner he also that received the two gained other two.

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
  • likewise G5615 (ὡσαύτως) — as thus, i.e. in the same way
  • he that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • two G1417 (δύο) — "two"
  • 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
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • gained G2770 (κερδαίνω) — to gain (literally or figuratively)
  • other G243 (ἄλλος) — "else," i.e. different (in many applications)

18 But he that received the one went away and digged in the earth, and hid his lord’s money.

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 had received G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • one G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • went G565 (ἀπέρχομαι) — to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), literally or figuratively
  • and digged G3736 (ὀρύσσω) — to "burrow" in the ground, i.e. dig
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • 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)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • hid G613 (ἀποκρύπτω) — to conceal away (i.e. fully); figuratively, to keep secret
  • 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
  • lord’s G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • lord’s G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • money G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • money G694 (ἀργύριον) — silvery, i.e. (by implication) cash; specially, a silverling (i.e. drachma or shekel)

19 Now after a long time the lord of those servants cometh, and maketh a reckoning with them.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • After G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • a G5550 (χρόνος) — a space of time (in general, and thus properly distinguished from , which designates a fixed or special occasion; and from , which denotes a particular period…
  • long G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • time G5550 (χρόνος) — a space of time (in general, and thus properly distinguished from , which designates a fixed or special occasion; and from , which denotes a particular period…
  • 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 G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G1401 (δοῦλος) — a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)
  • those G1565 (ἐκεῖνος) — that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
  • servants G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • servants G1401 (δοῦλος) — a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)
  • cometh G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • reckoneth G4868 (συναίρω) — to make up together, i.e. (figuratively) to compute (an account)
  • 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…
  • 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

20 And he that received the five talents came and brought other five talents, saying, Lord, thou deliveredst unto me five talents: lo, I have gained other five talents.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And so G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he that had received G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • five G4002 (πέντε) — "five"
  • talents G5007 (τάλαντον) — a balance (as supporting weights), i.e. (by implication) a certain weight (and thence a coin or rather sum of money) or "talent"
  • came G4334 (προσέρχομαι) — to approach, i.e. (literally) come near, visit, or (figuratively) worship, assent to
  • and brought G4374 (προσφέρω) — to bear towards, i.e. lead to, tender (especially to God), treat
  • other G243 (ἄλλος) — "else," i.e. different (in many applications)
  • 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…
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • thou deliveredst G3860 (παραδίδωμι) — to surrender, i.e yield up, intrust, transmit
  • unto me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • I have gained G2770 (κερδαίνω) — to gain (literally or figuratively)
  • beside 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…
  • 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
  • more G243 (ἄλλος) — "else," i.e. different (in many applications)

21 His lord said unto him, Well done, good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will set thee over many things; enter thou into the joy of thy lord.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • 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
  • lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • said G5346 (φημί) — to show or make known one's thoughts, i.e. speak or say
  • 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
  • Well done G2095 (εὖ) — (adverbially) well
  • 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
  • faithful G4103 (πιστός) — objectively, trustworthy; subjectively, trustful
  • servant G1401 (δοῦλος) — a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)
  • thou hast been G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • over 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 few things G3641 (ὀλίγος) — puny (in extent, degree, number, duration or value); especially neuter (adverbially) somewhat
  • I will make G2525 (καθίστημι) — to place down (permanently), i.e. (figuratively) to designate, constitute, convoy
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • ruler G2525 (καθίστημι) — to place down (permanently), i.e. (figuratively) to designate, constitute, convoy
  • many things G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • enter thou 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 joy G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the joy G5479 (χαρά) — cheerfulness, i.e. calm delight
  • of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou

22 And he also that received the two talents came and said, Lord, thou deliveredst unto me two talents: lo, I have gained other two talents.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • He G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • that had received G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • two G1417 (δύο) — "two"
  • talents G5007 (τάλαντον) — a balance (as supporting weights), i.e. (by implication) a certain weight (and thence a coin or rather sum of money) or "talent"
  • came G4334 (προσέρχομαι) — to approach, i.e. (literally) come near, visit, or (figuratively) worship, assent to
  • 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…
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • thou deliveredst G3860 (παραδίδωμι) — to surrender, i.e yield up, intrust, transmit
  • unto me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • I have gained G2770 (κερδαίνω) — to gain (literally or figuratively)
  • other G243 (ἄλλος) — "else," i.e. different (in many applications)
  • beside 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…
  • 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

23 His lord said unto him, Well done, good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will set thee over many things; enter thou into the joy of thy lord.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 25:21
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • 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
  • lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • said G5346 (φημί) — to show or make known one's thoughts, i.e. speak or say
  • 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
  • Well done G2095 (εὖ) — (adverbially) well
  • 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
  • faithful G4103 (πιστός) — objectively, trustworthy; subjectively, trustful
  • servant G1401 (δοῦλος) — a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)
  • thou hast been G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • over 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 few things G3641 (ὀλίγος) — puny (in extent, degree, number, duration or value); especially neuter (adverbially) somewhat
  • I will make G2525 (καθίστημι) — to place down (permanently), i.e. (figuratively) to designate, constitute, convoy
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • ruler G2525 (καθίστημι) — to place down (permanently), i.e. (figuratively) to designate, constitute, convoy
  • many things G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • enter thou 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 joy G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the joy G5479 (χαρά) — cheerfulness, i.e. calm delight
  • of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou

24 And he also that had received the one talent came and said, Lord, I knew thee that thou art a hard man, reaping where thou didst not sow, and gathering where thou didst not scatter;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Then G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he which had received G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • the G5007 (τάλαντον) — a balance (as supporting weights), i.e. (by implication) a certain weight (and thence a coin or rather sum of money) or "talent"
  • one G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • talent G5007 (τάλαντον) — a balance (as supporting weights), i.e. (by implication) a certain weight (and thence a coin or rather sum of money) or "talent"
  • came G4334 (προσέρχομαι) — to approach, i.e. (literally) come near, visit, or (figuratively) worship, assent to
  • 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…
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • I knew G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • thou art G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • an G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • hard G4642 (σκληρός) — dry, i.e. hard or tough (figuratively, harsh, severe)
  • man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • reaping G2325 (θερίζω) — to harvest
  • where G3699 (ὅπου) — what(-ever) where, i.e. at whichever spot
  • thou hast G4687 (σπείρω) — to scatter, i.e. sow (literally or figuratively)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • sown G4687 (σπείρω) — to scatter, i.e. sow (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
  • gathering G4863 (συνάγω) — to lead together, i.e. collect or convene; specially, to entertain (hospitably)
  • where G3606 (ὅθεν) — from which place or source or cause (adverb or conjunction)
  • thou hast G1287 (διασκορπίζω) — to dissipate, i.e. (genitive case) to rout or separate; specially, to winnow; figuratively, to squander
  • strawed G1287 (διασκορπίζω) — to dissipate, i.e. (genitive case) to rout or separate; specially, to winnow; figuratively, to squander

25 and I was afraid, and went away and hid thy talent in the earth: lo, thou hast thine own.

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
  • I was afraid G5399 (φοβέω) — to frighten, i.e. (passively) to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. revere
  • and went G565 (ἀπέρχομαι) — to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), literally or figuratively
  • and hid G2928 (κρύπτω) — to conceal (properly, by covering)
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • talent G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • talent G5007 (τάλαντον) — a balance (as supporting weights), i.e. (by implication) a certain weight (and thence a coin or rather sum of money) or "talent"
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • 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)
  • lo G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • thou hast G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • thine G4674 (σός) — thine

26 But his lord answered and said unto him, Thou wicked and slothful servant, thou knewest that I reap where I sowed not, and gather where I did not scatter;

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Job 15:5 · Matthew 18:32
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • 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
  • lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • 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…
  • 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
  • wicked 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…
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • slothful G3636 (ὀκνηρός) — tardy, i.e. indolent; (figuratively) irksome
  • servant G1401 (δοῦλος) — a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)
  • thou knewest 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
  • I reap G2325 (θερίζω) — to harvest
  • where G3699 (ὅπου) — what(-ever) where, i.e. at whichever spot
  • I sowed G4687 (σπείρω) — to scatter, i.e. sow (literally or figuratively)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • gather G4863 (συνάγω) — to lead together, i.e. collect or convene; specially, to entertain (hospitably)
  • where G3606 (ὅθεν) — from which place or source or cause (adverb or conjunction)
  • I have G1287 (διασκορπίζω) — to dissipate, i.e. (genitive case) to rout or separate; specially, to winnow; figuratively, to squander
  • strawed G1287 (διασκορπίζω) — to dissipate, i.e. (genitive case) to rout or separate; specially, to winnow; figuratively, to squander

27 thou oughtest therefore to have put my money to the bankers, and at my coming I should have received back mine own with interest.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Deuteronomy 23:19 · Luke 19:22 · Romans 3:19
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • oughtest G1163 (δεῖ) — also ; neuter active participle of the same; both used impersonally; it is (was, etc.) necessary (as binding)
  • therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • to have put G906 (βάλλω) — to throw (in various applications, more or less violent or intense)
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • money G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • money G694 (ἀργύριον) — silvery, i.e. (by implication) cash; specially, a silverling (i.e. drachma or shekel)
  • to the exchangers G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to the exchangers G5133 (τραπεζίτης) — a money-broker or banker
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • at my coming G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • should have received G2865 (κομίζω) — properly, to provide for, i.e. (by implication) to carry off (as if from harm; genitive case obtain)
  • G302 (ἄν)
  • mine own G1699 (ἐμός) — my
  • with G4862 (σύν) — with or together (but much closer than or ), i.e. by association, companionship, process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, addition, etc.
  • usury G5110 (τόκος) — interest on money loaned (as a produce)

28 Take ye away therefore the talent from him, and give it unto him that hath the ten talents.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Luke 10:42 · Luke 19:24
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);…
  • therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • the talent G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the talent G5007 (τάλαντον) — a balance (as supporting weights), i.e. (by implication) a certain weight (and thence a coin or rather sum of money) or "talent"
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • 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
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • give G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • unto him which hath G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • ten G1176 (δέκα) — ten
  • talents G5007 (τάλαντον) — a balance (as supporting weights), i.e. (by implication) a certain weight (and thence a coin or rather sum of money) or "talent"

29 For unto every one that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance: but from him that hath not, even that which he hath shall be taken away.

Cross references & Strong's
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)
  • unto G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • every G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • one that hath G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • 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)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he shall have abundance G4052 (περισσεύω) — to superabound (in quantity or quality), be in excess, be superfluous; also (transitively) to cause to superabound or excel
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • 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
  • that hath G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • shall be taken 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);…
  • away G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • even G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • that which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • he hath G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)

30 And cast ye out the unprofitable servant into the outer darkness: there shall be the weeping and the gnashing of teeth.

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
  • cast ye G1544 (ἐκβάλλω) — to eject (literally or figuratively)
  • the unprofitable G888 (ἀχρεῖος) — useless, i.e. (euphemistically) unmeritorious
  • servant G1401 (δοῦλος) — a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • outer G1857 (ἐξώτερος) — exterior
  • darkness G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • darkness G4655 (σκότος) — shadiness, i.e. obscurity (literally or figuratively)
  • there G1563 (ἐκεῖ) — there; by extension, thither
  • shall be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • weeping G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • weeping G2805 (κλαυθμός) — lamentation
  • gnashing G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • gnashing G1030 (βρυγμός) — a grating (of the teeth)
  • of teeth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of teeth G3599 (ὀδούς) — a "tooth"

31 But when the Son of man shall come in his glory, and all the angels with him, then shall he sit on the throne of his glory:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • When G3752 (ὅταν) — whenever (implying hypothesis or more or less uncertainty); also causatively (conjunctionally) inasmuch as
  • 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 come G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • 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
  • glory G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • glory G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • the G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • angels G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • 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
  • then G5119 (τότε) — the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution)
  • shall he sit G2523 (καθίζω) — to seat down, i.e. set (figuratively, appoint); intransitively, to sit (down); figuratively, to settle (hover, dwell)
  • 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 throne G2362 (θρόνος) — a stately seat ("throne"); by implication, power or (concretely) a potentate
  • of G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)

32 and before him shall be gathered all the nations: and he shall separate them one from another, as the shepherd separateth the sheep from the goats;

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
  • before G1715 (ἔμπροσθεν) — in front of (in place (literally or figuratively) or time)
  • 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
  • shall be gathered G4863 (συνάγω) — to lead together, i.e. collect or convene; specially, to entertain (hospitably)
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • nations G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • nations G1484 (ἔθνος) — a race (as of the same habit), i.e. a tribe; specially, a foreign (non-Jewish) one (usually, by implication, pagan)
  • he shall separate G873 (ἀφορίζω) — to set off by boundary, i.e. (figuratively) limit, exclude, appoint, etc.
  • 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
  • one G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • another G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
  • as G5618 (ὥσπερ) — just as, i.e. exactly like
  • a shepherd G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • a shepherd G4166 (ποιμήν) — a shepherd (literally or figuratively)
  • divideth G873 (ἀφορίζω) — to set off by boundary, i.e. (figuratively) limit, exclude, appoint, etc.
  • sheep G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • sheep G4263 (πρόβατον) — something that walks forward (a quadruped), i.e. (specially), a sheep (literally or figuratively)
  • the goats G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the goats G2056 (ἔριφος) — a kid or (genitive case) goat

33 and he shall set the sheep on his right hand, but the goats on the left.

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
  • he shall set G2476 (ἵστημι) — to stand (transitively or intransitively), used in various applications (literally or figuratively)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • the sheep G4263 (πρόβατον) — something that walks forward (a quadruped), i.e. (specially), a sheep (literally or figuratively)
  • on G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • 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
  • right hand G1188 (δεξιός) — the right side or (feminine) hand (as that which usually takes)
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the goats G2055 (ἐρίφιον) — a kidling, i.e. (genitive case) goat (symbolically, wicked person)
  • 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

34 Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Then G5119 (τότε) — the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution)
  • shall G2046 (ἐρέω) — an alternate for in certain tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say
  • the King G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the King G935 (βασιλεύς) — a sovereign (abstractly, relatively, or figuratively)
  • say G2046 (ἐρέω) — an alternate for in certain tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say
  • unto them G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • on G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • 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
  • right hand G1188 (δεξιός) — the right side or (feminine) hand (as that which usually takes)
  • Come, ye G1205 (δεῦτε) — come hither!
  • blessed G2127 (εὐλογέω) — to speak well of, i.e. (religiously) to bless (thank or invoke a benediction upon, prosper)
  • of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • 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)
  • inherit G2816 (κληρονομέω) — to be an heir to (literally or figuratively)
  • the kingdom G932 (βασιλεία) — properly, royalty, i.e. (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively)
  • prepared G2090 (ἑτοιμάζω) — to prepare
  • for you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • the foundation G2602 (καταβολή) — a deposition, i.e. founding; figuratively, conception
  • of the world G2889 (κόσμος) — orderly arrangement, i.e. decoration; by implication, the world (in a wide or narrow sense, including its inhabitants, literally or figuratively (morally))

35 for I was hungry, and ye gave me to eat; I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink; I was a stranger, and ye took me in;

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)
  • I was an hungred G3983 (πεινάω) — to famish (absolutely or comparatively); figuratively, to crave
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • ye gave G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • meat G5315 (φάγω) — to eat (literally or figuratively)
  • I was thirsty G1372 (διψάω) — to thirst for (literally or figuratively)
  • ye gave G4222 (ποτίζω) — to furnish drink, irrigate
  • drink G4222 (ποτίζω) — to furnish drink, irrigate
  • I was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • a stranger G3581 (ξένος) — foreign (literally, alien, or figuratively, novel); by implication, a guest or (vice-versa) entertainer
  • ye took G4863 (συνάγω) — to lead together, i.e. collect or convene; specially, to entertain (hospitably)
  • in G4863 (συνάγω) — to lead together, i.e. collect or convene; specially, to entertain (hospitably)

36 naked, and ye clothed me; I was sick, and ye visited me; I was in prison, and ye came unto me.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Naked G1131 (γυμνός) — nude (absolute or relative, literal or figurative)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • ye clothed G4016 (περιβάλλω) — to throw all around, i.e. invest (with a palisade or with clothing)
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • I was sick G770 (ἀσθενέω) — to be feeble (in any sense)
  • ye visited G1980 (ἐπισκέπτομαι) — to inspect, i.e. (by implication) to select; by extension, to go to see, relieve
  • I was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • prison G5438 (φυλακή) — a guarding or (concretely, guard), the act, the person; figuratively, the place, the condition, or (specially), the time (as a division of day or night), lite…
  • ye came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • 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…

37 Then shall the righteous answer him, saying, Lord, when saw we thee hungry, and fed thee? or athirst, and gave thee drink?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Then G5119 (τότε) — the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution)
  • shall G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • the righteous G1342 (δίκαιος) — equitable (in character or act); by implication, innocent, holy (absolutely or relatively)
  • answer G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • 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
  • 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…
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • when G4219 (πότε) — interrogative adverb, at what time
  • saw we G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • an hungred G3983 (πεινάω) — to famish (absolutely or comparatively); figuratively, to crave
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • fed G5142 (τρέφω) — but perhaps strengthened from the base of through the idea of convolution); properly, to stiffen, i.e. fatten (by implication, to cherish (with food, etc.),…
  • or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • thirsty G1372 (διψάω) — to thirst for (literally or figuratively)
  • gave G4222 (ποτίζω) — to furnish drink, irrigate
  • drink G4222 (ποτίζω) — to furnish drink, irrigate

38 And when saw we thee a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and clothed thee?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • When G4219 (πότε) — interrogative adverb, at what time
  • saw we G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • a stranger G3581 (ξένος) — foreign (literally, alien, or figuratively, novel); by implication, a guest or (vice-versa) entertainer
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • took G4863 (συνάγω) — to lead together, i.e. collect or convene; specially, to entertain (hospitably)
  • in G4863 (συνάγω) — to lead together, i.e. collect or convene; specially, to entertain (hospitably)
  • or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • naked G1131 (γυμνός) — nude (absolute or relative, literal or figurative)
  • clothed G4016 (περιβάλλω) — to throw all around, i.e. invest (with a palisade or with clothing)

39 And when saw we thee sick, or in prison, and came unto thee?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Or G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when G4219 (πότε) — interrogative adverb, at what time
  • saw we G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • sick G772 (ἀσθενής) — strengthless (in various applications, literal, figurative and moral)
  • or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • prison G5438 (φυλακή) — a guarding or (concretely, guard), the act, the person; figuratively, the place, the condition, or (specially), the time (as a division of day or night), lite…
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • 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…

40 And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye did it unto one of these my brethren, even these least, ye did it unto me.

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
  • the King G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the King G935 (βασιλεύς) — a sovereign (abstractly, relatively, or figuratively)
  • shall answer 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 say G2046 (ἐρέω) — an alternate for in certain tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say
  • 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
  • Verily G281 (ἀμήν) — properly, firm, i.e. (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be it)
  • 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
  • Inasmuch 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…
  • as G3745 (ὅσος) — as (much, great, long, etc.) as
  • ye have done G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • unto G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • unto G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • one G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • of the least G1646 (ἐλάχιστος) — used as equivalent to ; least (in size, amount, dignity, etc.)
  • of these G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • brethren G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • unto me G1473 (ἐγώ)

41 Then shall he say also unto them on the left hand, Depart from me, ye cursed, into the eternal fire which is prepared for the devil and his angels:

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)
  • shall he say G2046 (ἐρέω) — an alternate for in certain tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • unto them G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • on G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • the left hand 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
  • Depart G4198 (πορεύομαι) — to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.);
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • ye cursed G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • ye cursed G2672 (καταράομαι) — to execrate; by analogy, to doom
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • everlasting G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • everlasting G166 (αἰώνιος) — perpetual (also used of past time, or past and future as well)
  • fire G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • fire G4442 (πῦρ) — "fire" (literally or figuratively, specially, lightning)
  • prepared G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • prepared G2090 (ἑτοιμάζω) — to prepare
  • for the devil G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • for the devil G1228 (διάβολος) — a traducer; specially, Satan (compare )
  • 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
  • angels G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • angels G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor

42 for I was hungry, and ye did not give me to eat; I was thirsty, and ye gave me no drink;

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)
  • I was an hungred G3983 (πεινάω) — to famish (absolutely or comparatively); figuratively, to crave
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • ye gave G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • no G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • meat G5315 (φάγω) — to eat (literally or figuratively)
  • I was thirsty G1372 (διψάω) — to thirst for (literally or figuratively)
  • ye gave G4222 (ποτίζω) — to furnish drink, irrigate
  • drink G4222 (ποτίζω) — to furnish drink, irrigate

43 I was a stranger, and ye took me not in; naked, and ye clothed me not; sick, and in prison, and ye visited me not.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • I was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • a stranger G3581 (ξένος) — foreign (literally, alien, or figuratively, novel); by implication, a guest or (vice-versa) entertainer
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • ye took G4863 (συνάγω) — to lead together, i.e. collect or convene; specially, to entertain (hospitably)
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • in G4863 (συνάγω) — to lead together, i.e. collect or convene; specially, to entertain (hospitably)
  • naked G1131 (γυμνός) — nude (absolute or relative, literal or figurative)
  • ye clothed G4016 (περιβάλλω) — to throw all around, i.e. invest (with a palisade or with clothing)
  • sick G772 (ἀσθενής) — strengthless (in various applications, literal, figurative and moral)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • prison G5438 (φυλακή) — a guarding or (concretely, guard), the act, the person; figuratively, the place, the condition, or (specially), the time (as a division of day or night), lite…
  • ye visited G1980 (ἐπισκέπτομαι) — to inspect, i.e. (by implication) to select; by extension, to go to see, relieve

44 Then shall they also answer, saying, Lord, when saw we thee hungry, or athirst, or a stranger, or naked, or sick, or in prison, and did not minister unto thee?

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)
  • shall G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • 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
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • answer G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • 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
  • 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…
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • when G4219 (πότε) — interrogative adverb, at what time
  • saw we G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • an hungred G3983 (πεινάω) — to famish (absolutely or comparatively); figuratively, to crave
  • or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • athirst G1372 (διψάω) — to thirst for (literally or figuratively)
  • a stranger G3581 (ξένος) — foreign (literally, alien, or figuratively, novel); by implication, a guest or (vice-versa) entertainer
  • naked G1131 (γυμνός) — nude (absolute or relative, literal or figurative)
  • sick G772 (ἀσθενής) — strengthless (in various applications, literal, figurative and moral)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • prison G5438 (φυλακή) — a guarding or (concretely, guard), the act, the person; figuratively, the place, the condition, or (specially), the time (as a division of day or night), lite…
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • did 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
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • 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
  • unto thee G4771 (σύ) — thou

45 Then shall he answer them, saying, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye did it not unto one of these least, ye did it not unto me.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Then G5119 (τότε) — the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution)
  • shall he answer G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • 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
  • 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…
  • Verily G281 (ἀμήν) — properly, firm, i.e. (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be it)
  • 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
  • Inasmuch 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…
  • as G3745 (ὅσος) — as (much, great, long, etc.) as
  • ye did 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
  • to one G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • of the least G1646 (ἐλάχιστος) — used as equivalent to ; least (in size, amount, dignity, etc.)
  • of these G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • not G3761 (οὐδέ) — not however, i.e. neither, nor, not even
  • to me G1473 (ἐγώ)

46 And these shall go away into eternal punishment: but the righteous into eternal life.

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
  • these G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • shall go away G565 (ἀπέρχομαι) — to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), 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
  • everlasting G166 (αἰώνιος) — perpetual (also used of past time, or past and future as well)
  • punishment G2851 (κόλασις) — penal infliction
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the righteous G1342 (δίκαιος) — equitable (in character or act); by implication, innocent, holy (absolutely or relatively)
  • life G2222 (ζωή) — life (literally or figuratively)
  • eternal G166 (αἰώνιος) — perpetual (also used of past time, or past and future as well)