Luke 3:19
New International Version
But when John rebuked Herod the tetrarch because of his marriage to Herodias, his brother’s wife, and all the other evil things he had done,

New Living Translation
John also publicly criticized Herod Antipas, the ruler of Galilee, for marrying Herodias, his brother’s wife, and for many other wrongs he had done.

English Standard Version
But Herod the tetrarch, who had been reproved by him for Herodias, his brother’s wife, and for all the evil things that Herod had done,

Berean Standard Bible
But when he rebuked Herod the tetrarch regarding his brother’s wife Herodias and all the evils he had done,

Berean Literal Bible
But Herod the tetrarch, being reproved by him concerning Herodias the wife of his brother, and concerning all the evils that Herod had done,

King James Bible
But Herod the tetrarch, being reproved by him for Herodias his brother Philip's wife, and for all the evils which Herod had done,

New King James Version
But Herod the tetrarch, being rebuked by him concerning Herodias, his brother Philip’s wife, and for all the evils which Herod had done,

New American Standard Bible
But when Herod the tetrarch was reprimanded by him regarding Herodias, his brother’s wife, and regarding all the evil things which Herod had done,

NASB 1995
But when Herod the tetrarch was reprimanded by him because of Herodias, his brother’s wife, and because of all the wicked things which Herod had done,

NASB 1977
But when Herod the tetrarch was reproved by him on account of Herodias, his brother’s wife, and on account of all the wicked things which Herod had done,

Legacy Standard Bible
But when Herod the tetrarch was reproved by him because of Herodias, his brother’s wife, and because of all the wicked things which Herod had done,

Amplified Bible
But when Herod [Antipas] the tetrarch was repeatedly reprimanded [and convicted by John’s disapproval] for having Herodias, his brother’s wife [as his own], and for all the wicked things that Herod had done,

Christian Standard Bible
But when John rebuked Herod the tetrarch because of Herodias, his brother’s wife, and all the evil things he had done,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
But Herod the tetrarch, being rebuked by him about Herodias, his brother’s wife, and about all the evil things Herod had done,

American Standard Version
but Herod the tetrarch, being reproved by him for Herodias his brother's wife, and for all the evil things which Herod had done,

Contemporary English Version
But to Herod the ruler, he said, "It was wrong for you to take Herodias, your brother's wife." John also said Herod had done many other bad things.

English Revised Version
but Herod the tetrarch, being reproved by him for Herodias his brother's wife, and for all the evil things which Herod had done,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
John spoke out against the ruler Herod because Herod had married his own sister-in-law, Herodias. He also spoke out against Herod for all the evil things he had done.

Good News Translation
But John reprimanded Governor Herod, because he had married Herodias, his brother's wife, and had done many other evil things.

International Standard Version
Now Herod the tetrarch had been rebuked by John because he had married his brother's wife Herodias and because of all of the other evil things Herod had done.

Majority Standard Bible
But when he rebuked Herod the tetrarch regarding his brother’s wife Herodias and all the evils he had done,

NET Bible
But when John rebuked Herod the tetrarch because of Herodias, his brother's wife, and because of all the evil deeds that he had done,

New Heart English Bible
but Herod the tetrarch, being reproved by him for Herodias, his brother's wife, and for all the evil things which Herod had done,

Webster's Bible Translation
But Herod the tetrarch, being reproved by him on account of Herodias, his brother Philip's wife, and for all the evils which Herod had done,

Weymouth New Testament
But Herod the Tetrarch, being repeatedly rebuked by him about Herodias his brother's wife, and about all the wicked deeds that he had done,

World English Bible
but Herod the tetrarch, being reproved by him for Herodias, his brother’s wife, and for all the evil things which Herod had done,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Herod the tetrarch, being reproved by him concerning Herodias, the wife of his brother Philip, and concerning all the evils that Herod did,

Berean Literal Bible
But Herod the tetrarch, being reproved by him concerning Herodias the wife of his brother, and concerning all the evils that Herod had done,

Young's Literal Translation
and Herod the tetrarch, being reproved by him concerning Herodias the wife of Philip his brother, and concerning all the evils that Herod did,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Herod the tetrarch, being reproved by him for Herodias his brother Philip's wife, and for all the evils which Herod did,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
But Herod the tetrarch, when he was reproved by him for Herodias, his brother's wife, and for all the evils which Herod had done;

Catholic Public Domain Version
But Herod the tetrarch, when he was corrected by him concerning Herodias, his brother’s wife, and concerning all the evils that Herod had done,

New American Bible
Now Herod the tetrarch, who had been censured by him because of Herodias, his brother’s wife, and because of all the evil deeds Herod had committed,

New Revised Standard Version
But Herod the ruler, who had been rebuked by him because of Herodias, his brother’s wife, and because of all the evil things that Herod had done,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Now Herod the tetrarch, because he was rebuked by John concerning Herodias wife of Philip his brother, and for all the evil things that he was doing,

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
But Herodus the Tetrarch, because he had been reproved by Yohannan on the account of Herodia the wife of Philippus, his brother, and for all the evil that he had done,
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
But Herod the tetrarch having been reproved by him on account of Herodias, the wife of his brother Philip, and for all the wicked deeds which Herod did,

Godbey New Testament
And Herod the tetrarch, being convicted by him concerning Herodias, the wife of his brother Philip, and concerning the wickedness which Herod did,

Haweis New Testament
Now Herod the tetrarch, being reproved by him, on account of Herodias his brother Philip’s wife, and for all the other wicked actions which he had done,

Mace New Testament
but having reproved Herod the tetrarch upon account of Herodias, the wife of his brother Philip, and for all the mischiefs that Herod had done;

Weymouth New Testament
But Herod the Tetrarch, being repeatedly rebuked by him about Herodias his brother's wife, and about all the wicked deeds that he had done,

Worrell New Testament
but Herod, the tetrarch, being reproved by him concerning Herodias, the wife of his brother, and concerning all the evils which Herod did,

Worsley New Testament
But Herod the tetrarch being reproved by him on account of Herodias, his brother Philip's wife, and for all the wicked things which Herod did,

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The Mission of John the Baptist
18With these and many other exhortations, John proclaimed the good news to the people. 19But when he rebuked Herod the tetrarch regarding his brother’s wife Herodias and all the evils he had done, 20Herod added this to them all: He locked John up in prison.…

Cross References
Matthew 14:3-4
Now Herod had arrested John and bound him and put him in prison on account of Herodias, his brother Philip’s wife, / because John had been telling him, “It is not lawful for you to have her.”

Mark 6:17-18
For Herod himself had ordered that John be arrested and bound and imprisoned, on account of his brother Philip’s wife Herodias, whom Herod had married. / For John had been telling Herod, “It is not lawful for you to have your brother’s wife!”

Matthew 11:2-6
Meanwhile John heard in prison about the works of Christ, and he sent his disciples / to ask Him, “Are You the One who was to come, or should we look for someone else?” / Jesus replied, “Go back and report to John what you hear and see: ...

Mark 1:14
After the arrest of John, Jesus went into Galilee and proclaimed the gospel of God.

John 3:24
(For John had not yet been thrown into prison.)

Matthew 4:12
When Jesus heard that John had been imprisoned, He withdrew to Galilee.

John 5:35
John was a lamp that burned and gave light, and you were willing for a season to bask in his light.

Matthew 17:12-13
But I tell you that Elijah has already come, and they did not recognize him, but have done to him whatever they wished. In the same way, the Son of Man will suffer at their hands.” / Then the disciples understood that He was speaking to them about John the Baptist.

Mark 9:13
But I tell you that Elijah has indeed come, and they have done to him whatever they wished, just as it is written about him.”

Acts 13:24-25
Before the arrival of Jesus, John preached a baptism of repentance to all the people of Israel. / As John was completing his course, he said, ‘Who do you suppose I am? I am not that One. But there is One coming after me whose sandals I am not worthy to untie.’

Matthew 21:32
For John came to you in the way of righteousness, and you did not believe him, but the tax collectors and prostitutes did. And even after you saw this, you did not repent and believe him.

John 1:6-8
There came a man who was sent from God. His name was John. / He came as a witness to testify about the Light, so that through him everyone might believe. / He himself was not the Light, but he came to testify about the Light.

John 1:15
John testified concerning Him. He cried out, saying, “This is He of whom I said, ‘He who comes after me has surpassed me because He was before me.’”

John 1:19-28
And this was John’s testimony when the Jews of Jerusalem sent priests and Levites to ask him, “Who are you?” / He did not refuse to confess, but openly declared, “I am not the Christ.” / “Then who are you?” they inquired. “Are you Elijah?” He said, “I am not.” “Are you the Prophet?” He answered, “No.” ...

John 1:29-34
The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world! / This is He of whom I said, ‘A man who comes after me has surpassed me because He was before me.’ / I myself did not know Him, but the reason I came baptizing with water was that He might be revealed to Israel.” ...


Treasury of Scripture

But Herod the tetrarch, being reproved by him for Herodias his brother Philip's wife, and for all the evils which Herod had done,

Proverbs 9:7,8
He that reproveth a scorner getteth to himself shame: and he that rebuketh a wicked man getteth himself a blot…

Proverbs 15:12
A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him: neither will he go unto the wise.

Matthew 11:2
Now when John had heard in the prison the works of Christ, he sent two of his disciples,

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Luke 3
1. The preaching and baptism of John;
15. his testimony of Jesus;
19. Herod imprisons John;
21. Jesus, baptized, receives testimony from heaven.
23. The age and genealogy of Jesus from Joseph upwards.














But when John rebuked
The phrase "But when John rebuked" introduces a pivotal moment in the ministry of John the Baptist. The Greek word for "rebuked" is "ἐλέγχω" (elegchō), which means to expose, convict, or reprove. This word choice indicates a bold and courageous act by John, who was not afraid to confront sin, even in high places. John's role as a prophet was to call people to repentance, and his rebuke of Herod exemplifies his commitment to truth and righteousness. This act of rebuke is a testament to John's unwavering dedication to God's moral law, serving as an example for believers to stand firm in their convictions.

Herod the tetrarch
"Herod the tetrarch" refers to Herod Antipas, a ruler of Galilee and Perea during the time of Jesus and John the Baptist. The term "tetrarch" denotes a ruler of a fourth part of a region, highlighting the political fragmentation of Herod the Great's kingdom after his death. Herod Antipas is a historical figure known for his moral and political failings, and his interactions with John the Baptist and Jesus are well-documented in the Gospels. Understanding Herod's role provides insight into the political and social challenges faced by early Christians, as they navigated a world often hostile to their message.

regarding his brother’s wife Herodias
The mention of "his brother’s wife Herodias" points to a specific and scandalous sin. Herodias was originally married to Herod's brother, Herod Philip, but left him to marry Herod Antipas. This act was considered adulterous and unlawful according to Jewish law, as outlined in Leviticus 18:16 and 20:21. John's condemnation of this union underscores the importance of upholding God's standards for marriage and fidelity. Herodias's role in this narrative also foreshadows her later involvement in John's imprisonment and execution, illustrating the cost of prophetic truth-telling.

and all the evils he had done
The phrase "and all the evils he had done" expands the scope of Herod's wrongdoing beyond his marriage to Herodias. The Greek word for "evils" is "πονηρία" (ponēria), which encompasses wickedness, malice, and moral corruption. This broad indictment suggests that Herod's reign was marked by various injustices and immoral acts. John's willingness to confront these evils highlights the prophetic call to speak against systemic sin and corruption. It serves as a reminder to believers of the importance of advocating for justice and righteousness in all areas of life.

(19-20) But Herod the tetrarch.--See Notes on Matthew 14:3-5. St. Luke's anticipation of the close of the Baptist's history supplies a curious instance of an arrangement which was obviously deliberate. It seemed to him better to complete the account of the Baptist's ministry here than to bring in the account of the imprisonment as an episode later on. It coincides in part with St. John's arrangement (John 3:24).

For all the evils which Herod had done.--The marriage with Herodias is conspicuous as the Tetrarch's one great crime; but the sensual, crafty character of the man, with his fox-like nature (Luke 13:32), must have made any preaching of "righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come" as much a personal rebuke to him as it was to Felix (Acts 24:25), and caused him also to tremble.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
But
δὲ (de)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc.

when he rebuked
ἐλεγχόμενος (elenchomenos)
Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 1651: (a) I reprove, rebuke, discipline, (b) I expose, show to be guilty. Of uncertain affinity; to confute, admonish.

Herod
Ἡρῴδης (Hērōdēs)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2264: Compound of heros and eidos; heroic; Herod, the name of four Jewish kings.

the
(ho)
Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

tetrarch
τετραάρχης (tetraarchēs)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5076: A tetrarch, ruler over a fourth part of a region. From tessares and archo; the ruler of a fourth part of a country.

regarding
περὶ (peri)
Preposition
Strong's 4012: From the base of peran; properly, through, i.e. Around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time.

his
αὐτοῦ (autou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

brother’s
ἀδελφοῦ (adelphou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 80: A brother, member of the same religious community, especially a fellow-Christian. A brother near or remote.

wife
γυναικὸς (gynaikos)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 1135: A woman, wife, my lady. Probably from the base of ginomai; a woman; specially, a wife.

Herodias
Ἡρῳδιάδος (Hērōdiados)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 2266: From Herodes; Herodias, a woman of the Heodian family.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

all
πάντων (pantōn)
Adjective - Genitive Neuter 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.

[the] evils
πονηρῶν (ponērōn)
Adjective - Genitive Neuter Plural
Strong's 4190: Evil, bad, wicked, malicious, slothful.

[he]
Ἡρῴδης (Hērōdēs)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2264: Compound of heros and eidos; heroic; Herod, the name of four Jewish kings.

had done,
ἐποίησεν (epoiēsen)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 4160: (a) I make, manufacture, construct, (b) I do, act, cause. Apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do.


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