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Matthew 26

Matthew 26:6

Jesus Anointed at Bethany · Matthew 26:6–13
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Translations

Modern
While Jesus was in Bethany in the home of Simon the Leper,
Traditional
Now when Jesus was in Bethany, in the house of Simon the leper,
Literal
And Jesus having been in Bethany in the house of Simon the Leper,
Latin
Cum autem Jesus esset in Bethania in domo Simonis leprosi,

Original

Greek
English
While Jesus was in Bethany in the home of Simon the Leper,

Notes

Matthew 26:6

Simon was a man who had once suffered from leprosy. Jesus being in his home showed the forgiving and healing love that Jesus often gave to people who were outcasts (see 8:7; 9:10).

Matthew 26:6–13

A similar anointing happened earlier in Galilee (Luke 7:36–50). Matthew includes this event here (compare John 12:1–8) to highlight different responses to Jesus. While the Jewish leaders were plotting to kill Jesus (Matthew 26:3–5) and Judas was preparing to betray him (26:14–16), the woman honored Jesus with her actions.

Parallels

Mark 14:3–9 Luke 7:36–50 John 12:1–8

People

Jesus: The Son of God and Savior of the world Simon: A man in Bethany who hosted Jesus for a meal

Places

Bethany: Village near Jerusalem, home of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus

Glossary

Bethany Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Bloody Sweat Elder Gospel of Matthew Jesus Christ Mary Passion Simon

Topics

Bethany: Jesus Attends a Feast In Jesus, the Christ: Anointed with Precious Ointment (In Bethany) Love: Love for Jesus: Mary Simon: A Leper: Jesus Dines With