Luke 21:3
New International Version
“Truly I tell you,” he said, “this poor widow has put in more than all the others.

New Living Translation
“I tell you the truth,” Jesus said, “this poor widow has given more than all the rest of them.

English Standard Version
And he said, “Truly, I tell you, this poor widow has put in more than all of them.

Berean Standard Bible
“Truly I tell you,” He said, “this poor widow has put in more than all the others.

Berean Literal Bible
And He said, "Truly I say to you that this poor widow has cast in more than all of them.

King James Bible
And he said, Of a truth I say unto you, that this poor widow hath cast in more than they all:

New King James Version
So He said, “Truly I say to you that this poor widow has put in more than all;

New American Standard Bible
And He said, “Truly I say to you, this poor widow put in more than all of them;

NASB 1995
And He said, “Truly I say to you, this poor widow put in more than all of them;

NASB 1977
And He said, “Truly I say to you, this poor widow put in more than all of them;

Legacy Standard Bible
And He said, “Truly I say to you, this poor widow put in more than all of them.

Amplified Bible
He said, “Truly I say to you, this poor widow has put in [proportionally] more than all of them;

Christian Standard Bible
“Truly I tell you,” he said, “this poor widow has put in more than all of them.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
“I tell you the truth,” He said. “This poor widow has put in more than all of them.

American Standard Version
And he said, Of a truth I say unto you, This poor widow cast in more than they all:

Contemporary English Version
And he said, "I tell you that this poor woman has put in more than all the others.

English Revised Version
And he said, Of a truth I say unto you, This poor widow cast in more than they all:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
He said, "I can guarantee this truth: This poor widow has given more than all the others.

Good News Translation
He said, "I tell you that this poor widow put in more than all the others.

International Standard Version
He said, "I tell you with certainty, this destitute widow has dropped in more than all of them,

Majority Standard Bible
“Truly I tell you,” He said, “this poor widow has put in more than all the others.

NET Bible
He said, "I tell you the truth, this poor widow has put in more than all of them.

New Heart English Bible
He said, "Truly I tell you, this poor widow put in more than all of them,

Webster's Bible Translation
And he said, Of a truth I say to you, that this poor widow hath cast in more than they all.

Weymouth New Testament
and He said, "In truth I tell you that this widow, so poor, has thrown in more than any of them.

World English Bible
He said, “Truly I tell you, this poor widow put in more than all of them,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and He said, “Truly I say to you that this poor widow cast in more than all;

Berean Literal Bible
And He said, "Truly I say to you that this poor widow has cast in more than all of them.

Young's Literal Translation
and he said, 'Truly I say to you, that this poor widow did cast in more than all;

Smith's Literal Translation
And he said, Truly I say to you, that this poor widow has cast in more than all:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And he said: Verily I say to you, that this poor widow hath cast in more than they all:

Catholic Public Domain Version
And he said: “Truly, I say to you, that this poor widow has put in more than all the others.

New American Bible
He said, “I tell you truly, this poor widow put in more than all the rest;

New Revised Standard Version
He said, “Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put in more than all of them;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And he said, Truly I say to you, that this poor widow has cast in more than every man.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And he said, “I tell you the reality, that this poor widow has cast in more than anyone.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And he said: Of a truth, I say to you, that this poor widow has thrown in more than they all.

Godbey New Testament
And He said; Truly I say unto you, That this poor widow cast in more than all.

Haweis New Testament
And he said, Of a truth I tell you that this poor widow hath put in more than all they:

Mace New Testament
and he said, I declare unto you, that this poor widow has thrown in more than they all.

Weymouth New Testament
and He said, "In truth I tell you that this widow, so poor, has thrown in more than any of them.

Worrell New Testament
And He said, "Truly I say to you, this poor widow cast in more than they all;

Worsley New Testament
And He said, Verily I tell you, this poor widow hath put in more than they all.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Poor Widow's Offering
2and He saw a poor widow put in two small copper coins. 3“Truly I tell you,” He said, “this poor widow has put in more than all the others. 4For they all contributed out of their surplus, but she out of her poverty has put in all she had to live on.”…

Cross References
Mark 12:43
Jesus called His disciples to Him and said, “Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put more than all the others into the treasury.

Matthew 12:41
The men of Nineveh will stand at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for they repented at the preaching of Jonah, and now One greater than Jonah is here.

2 Corinthians 8:12
For if the eagerness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what he does not have.

2 Corinthians 9:7
Each one should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not out of regret or compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver.

Acts 20:35
In everything, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words of the Lord Jesus Himself: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”

Philippians 4:18
I have all I need and more, now that I have received your gifts from Epaphroditus. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, well-pleasing to God.

James 2:5
Listen, my beloved brothers: Has not God chosen the poor of this world to be rich in faith and to inherit the kingdom He promised those who love Him?

1 Timothy 6:17-19
Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be conceited and not to put their hope in the uncertainty of wealth, but in God, who richly provides all things for us to enjoy. / Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, and to be generous and ready to share, / treasuring up for themselves a firm foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life.

Matthew 6:19-21
Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. / But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. / For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.

Matthew 19:21
Jesus told him, “If you want to be perfect, go, sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow Me.”

Proverbs 19:17
Kindness to the poor is a loan to the LORD, and He will repay the lender.

Proverbs 3:9-10
Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your crops; / then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will overflow with new wine.

Malachi 3:10
Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this,” says the LORD of Hosts. “See if I will not open the windows of heaven and pour out for you blessing without measure.

1 Kings 17:10-16
So Elijah got up and went to Zarephath. When he arrived at the city gate, there was a widow gathering sticks. Elijah called to her and said, “Please bring me a little water in a cup, so that I may drink.” / And as she was going to get it, he called to her and said, “Please bring me a piece of bread.” / But she replied, “As surely as the LORD your God lives, I have no bread—only a handful of flour in a jar and a little oil in a jug. Look, I am gathering a couple of sticks to take home and prepare a meal for myself and my son, so that we may eat it and die.” ...

2 Kings 4:1-7
Now the wife of one of the sons of the prophets cried out to Elisha, “Your servant, my husband, is dead, and you know that your servant feared the LORD. And now his creditor is coming to take my two children as his slaves!” / “How can I help you?” asked Elisha. “Tell me, what do you have in the house?” She answered, “Your servant has nothing in the house but a jar of oil.” / “Go,” said Elisha, “borrow empty jars from all your neighbors. Do not gather just a few. ...


Treasury of Scripture

And he said, Of a truth I say to you, that this poor widow has cast in more than they all:

Of.

Luke 4:25
But I tell you of a truth, many widows were in Israel in the days of Elias, when the heaven was shut up three years and six months, when great famine was throughout all the land;

Luke 9:27
But I tell you of a truth, there be some standing here, which shall not taste of death, till they see the kingdom of God.

Luke 12:44
Of a truth I say unto you, that he will make him ruler over all that he hath.

more.

Exodus 35:21-29
And they came, every one whose heart stirred him up, and every one whom his spirit made willing, and they brought the LORD'S offering to the work of the tabernacle of the congregation, and for all his service, and for the holy garments…

Mark 12:43,44
And he called unto him his disciples, and saith unto them, Verily I say unto you, That this poor widow hath cast more in, than all they which have cast into the treasury: …

Mark 14:8,9
She hath done what she could: she is come aforehand to anoint my body to the burying…

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Truly I tell you
This phrase is a solemn declaration by Jesus, emphasizing the truth and importance of what He is about to say. The Greek word for "truly" is "ἀληθῶς" (alēthōs), which conveys certainty and assurance. In the context of Jesus' teachings, this introduction underscores His authority and the reliability of His words. It is a call for the listener to pay close attention, as what follows is of significant spiritual and moral weight.

this poor widow
The focus on "this poor widow" highlights her specific identity and situation. In the ancient Jewish context, widows were often among the most vulnerable in society, lacking a husband's protection and financial support. The Greek word for widow, "χήρα" (chēra), evokes a sense of destitution and need. By drawing attention to her, Jesus elevates her status and dignity, recognizing her faith and devotion despite her material poverty. This reflects the biblical theme of God's special concern for the marginalized and oppressed.

has put in more
The phrase "has put in more" is paradoxical, as it contrasts the widow's small monetary contribution with the larger sums given by others. The Greek verb "ἔβαλεν" (ebalen) means "to cast" or "to put in," indicating an action of giving. Jesus redefines the concept of "more" not in terms of quantity but in terms of sacrifice and heart. This challenges the conventional understanding of generosity, emphasizing that true giving is measured by the spirit and intent behind the act, not merely by the amount.

than all the others
This concluding phrase underscores the radical nature of Jesus' teaching. The Greek word "πάντων" (pantōn) means "all," signifying the totality of the other contributions. Jesus' statement elevates the widow's offering above all others, not because of its monetary value, but because of the depth of her sacrifice and faith. This serves as a powerful reminder that God values the heart's intention over outward appearances, and that true devotion is often found in the humble and selfless acts of those who give out of their need rather than their abundance.

(3) Of a truth.--St. Luke's use (according to the better MSS.) of the Greek for "truly," instead of St. Mark's "Amen" (so in the Greek), may, perhaps, be noted as characteristic.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
“Truly
Ἀληθῶς (Alēthōs)
Adverb
Strong's 230: Truly, really, certainly, surely. Adverb from alethes; truly.

I tell
λέγω (legō)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 3004: (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command.

you,”
ὑμῖν (hymin)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

He said,
εἶπεν (eipen)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2036: Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.

“this
αὕτη (hautē)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3778: This; he, she, it.

poor
πτωχὴ (ptōchē)
Adjective - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 4434: Poor, destitute, spiritually poor, either in a good sense (humble devout persons) or bad.

widow
χήρα (chēra)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 5503: Feminine of a presumed derivative apparently from the base of chasma through the idea of deficiency; a widow, literally or figuratively.

has put in
ἔβαλεν (ebalen)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 906: (a) I cast, throw, rush, (b) often, in the weaker sense: I place, put, drop. A primary verb; to throw.

more
πλεῖον (pleion)
Adjective - Accusative Neuter Singular - Comparative
Strong's 4119: Or neuter pleion, or pleon comparative of polus; more in quantity, number, or quality; also the major portion.

than all [the others].
πάντων (pantōn)
Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural
Strong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.


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