Matthew 13:53

The Rejection at Nazareth · Matthew 13:53–58
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Translations

Modern
When Jesus had finished these parables, He withdrew from that place.
Traditional
And it came to pass, that when Jesus had finished these parables, he departed thence.
Literal
And it came to pass, when Jesus finished these parables, that He withdrew from there.
Latin
Et factum est, cum consummasset Jesus parabolas istas, transiit inde.

Original

Greek
English
When Jesus had finished these parables, He withdrew from that place.

Notes

In the third major speech recorded by Matthew (see study note on Matthew 5:1–7:29), Jesus here recognized the separation of his followers from others (Matthew 13:14, 16). He began to reveal the secrets of the kingdom of heaven privately to them through parables.

Theme notes and profiles

The Stone the Builders Rejected

Events

Parallels

Mark 6:1–6 Luke 4:16–30

People

Jesus: The Son of God and Savior of the world

Glossary

Eternal Life Gospel of Matthew Jesus Christ Jesus Christ, Teachings of Kingdom of God, Kingdom of Heaven

Topics

Jesus, the Christ: Parable of the Tares and Other Teachings (In Galilee) Jesus, the Christ: Returns to Nazareth