Matthew 28:17

Modern

When they saw Him, they worshiped Him, but some doubted.

Traditional

And when they saw him, they worshipped him: but some doubted.

Literal

And having seen Him, they worshiped; but some doubted.

Latin

Et videntes eum adoraverunt: quidam autem dubitaverunt.

Greek

English

When they saw Him, they worshiped Him, but some doubted.

some doubted: This could refer to Thomas (John 20:24–29). But all eleven disciples might have experienced mixed feelings of worship and doubt (see also Matt 14:31; Luke 24:10–11; John 20:24–29).

Theme notes and profiles

Psalm 45:11
…and the king will desire your beauty; bow to him, for he is your lord.
Matthew 28:9
Suddenly Jesus met them and said, “Greetings!” They came to Him, grasped His feet, and worshiped Him.
Psalm 2:12
Kiss the Son, lest He be angry and you perish in your rebellion, when His wrath ignites in an instant. Blessed are all who take refuge in Him.
John 5:23
…so that all may honor the Son just as they honor the Father. Whoever does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent Him.
1 Corinthians 15:6
After that, He appeared to more than five hundred brothers at once, most of whom are still living, though some have fallen asleep.
Matthew 16:28
Truly I tell you, some who are standing here will not taste death before they see the Son of Man coming in His kingdom.”