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Matthew 10

Matthew 10:12

The Ministry of the Twelve · Matthew 10:5–15
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Translations

Modern
As you enter the home, greet its occupants.
Traditional
And when ye come into an house, salute it.
Literal
And entering into the house, greet it.
Latin
Intrantes autem in domum, salutate eam, dicentes: Pax huic domui.

Original

Greek
English
As you enter the home, greet its occupants.

Notes

Matthew 10:12

greet its occupants: Greetings meant more than just saying "hello." They often included a blessing for the person receiving it (see Ruth 2:4).

Matthew 9:35–11:1

Jesus expands his ministry (see Matthew 4:23–9:34) by sending his disciples to other people in Israel (10:5–6). The instructions Jesus gives his disciples (10:5–42) emphasizes missionary work and the opposition and challenges they will encounter.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul’s Role as an Apostle

Events

Parallels

Mark 6:7–13 Luke 9:1–6

Glossary

Apostle, Apostleship Gospel of Matthew Jesus Christ Prophecy Word, Word of God, Words of God

Topics

Christian Minister: Charge Delivered To Christian Minister: Duties of Commandments: Precepts of Jesus--Explicitly Stated, or Implied in Didactic Discourse Greeting Others Responsibility: According to Privilege Salutations were Given: On Entering a House