Matthew 22:11

Translations

Modern

But when the king came in to see the guests, he spotted a man who was not dressed in wedding clothes.

Traditional

And when the king came in to see the guests, he saw there a man which had not on a wedding garment:

Literal

And the king, having entered to view those reclining, saw a man there not dressed in clothing of a wedding feast.

Latin

Intravit autem rex ut videret discumbentes, et vidit ibi hominem non vestitum veste nuptiali.

Original

Greek

English

But when the king came in to see the guests, he spotted a man who was not dressed in wedding clothes.

Notes

Matthew 22:11

Wearing the right clothes symbolizes spiritual qualities that show true faith (see Matthew 7:13–27).

Matthew 22:1–14

In this parable, Israel had often rejected God’s message in the past. In the same way, Israel rejected the Messiah and faced judgment. In Israel’s place, God raised up the church (Matthew 16:17–19; 21:43). God also expects the church to live in righteousness (Romans 11:11–24).

Matthew 21:28–22:14

Three parables expose the guilt of those who rejected the Messiah and lost their special status as God's chosen people. God now considers only those who accept Jesus as the Messiah as his people.

Matthew 21:23–22:46

This section focuses on how Jewish leaders challenged the authority of Jesus. Each time, the wisdom of Jesus revealed their lack of spiritual understanding. These debates also revealed the status of Jesus as the Messiah and the consequences of rejecting him. Sadly, the leaders became more resistant with each encounter and plotted to kill Jesus (Matthew 21:23, 46; 22:15–17, 23, 34, 41).

Theme notes and profiles

Celebration Faith and Good Deeds God’s Promised Kingdom

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Revelation 3:4–5
But you do have a few people in Sardis who have not soiled their garments, and because they are worthy, they will walk with Me in white.
Revelation 19:8
She was given clothing of fine linen, bright and pure.” For the fine linen she wears is the righteous acts of the saints.
Hebrews 4:12–13
For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart.
Zechariah 3:3–4
Now Joshua was dressed in filthy garments as he stood before the angel.
Ephesians 4:24
…and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.
Revelation 16:15
“Behold, I am coming like a thief. Blessed is the one who remains awake and clothed, so that he will not go naked and let his shame be exposed.”
Romans 13:14
Instead, clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the desires of the flesh.
Colossians 3:10–11
…and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator.
2 Corinthians 5:3
…because when we are clothed, we will not be found naked.
Revelation 3:18
I counsel you to buy from Me gold refined by fire so that you may become rich, white garments so that you may be clothed and your shameful nakedness not exposed, and salve to anoint your eyes so that you may see.
Galatians 3:27
For all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ.
1 Corinthians 4:5
Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men’s hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from God.

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