Matthew 10:36

Not Peace but a Sword · Matthew 10:34–39
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Translations

Modern
A man’s enemies will be the members of his own household.’
Traditional
And a man’s foes shall be they of his own household.
Literal
And the enemies of the man are the members of his household.’
Latin
…et inimici hominis, domestici ejus.

Original

Greek
English
A man’s enemies will be the members of his own household.’

Notes

Being loyal to Jesus is more important than being loyal to family.

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 Persecution

Events

Parallels

Micah 7:1–6 Luke 12:49–53

Glossary

Book of Micah Gospel of Matthew Jesus Christ Peace Persecution

Topics

Christian Minister: Charge Delivered To Christian Minister: Responsibility of Commandments: Precepts of Jesus--Explicitly Stated, or Implied in Didactic Discourse Discipleship: Tests of Family Rejection Jesus, the Christ: Mission of Peace: Social Strife: General Scriptures Concerning Swords War: Often Arises from the Opposition of Friends or Relatives Warfare of Saints: Often Arises from the Opposition of Friends or Relatives