Luke 4:43
New International Version
But he said, “I must proclaim the good news of the kingdom of God to the other towns also, because that is why I was sent.”

New Living Translation
But he replied, “I must preach the Good News of the Kingdom of God in other towns, too, because that is why I was sent.”

English Standard Version
but he said to them, “I must preach the good news of the kingdom of God to the other towns as well; for I was sent for this purpose.”

Berean Standard Bible
But Jesus told them, “I must preach the good news of the kingdom of God to the other towns as well, because that is why I was sent.”

Berean Literal Bible
But He said to them, "It behooves Me to preach the good news of the kingdom of God to the other towns also, because for this I have been sent forth."

King James Bible
And he said unto them, I must preach the kingdom of God to other cities also: for therefore am I sent.

New King James Version
but He said to them, “I must preach the kingdom of God to the other cities also, because for this purpose I have been sent.”

New American Standard Bible
But He said to them, “I must also preach the kingdom of God to the other cities, because I was sent for this purpose.

NASB 1995
But He said to them, “I must preach the kingdom of God to the other cities also, for I was sent for this purpose.”

NASB 1977
But He said to them, “I must preach the kingdom of God to the other cities also, for I was sent for this purpose.”

Legacy Standard Bible
But He said to them, “I must proclaim the good news of the kingdom of God to the other cities also, for I was sent for this purpose.”

Amplified Bible
But He said, “I must preach [the good news of] the kingdom of God to the other cities also, because I was sent for this purpose.”

Christian Standard Bible
But he said to them, “It is necessary for me to proclaim the good news about the kingdom of God to the other towns also, because I was sent for this purpose.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
But He said to them, “I must proclaim the good news about the kingdom of God to the other towns also, because I was sent for this purpose.”

American Standard Version
But he said unto them, I must preach the good tidings of the kingdom of God to the other cities also: for therefore was I sent.

Contemporary English Version
But Jesus said, "People in other towns must hear the good news about God's kingdom. This is why I was sent."

English Revised Version
But he said unto them, I must preach the good tidings of the kingdom of God to the other cities also: for therefore was I sent.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
But he said to them, "I have to tell the Good News about the kingdom of God in other cities also. That's what I was sent to do."

Good News Translation
But he said to them, "I must preach the Good News about the Kingdom of God in other towns also, because that is what God sent me to do."

International Standard Version
But he told them, "I have to proclaim the good news about the kingdom of God in other cities, because I was sent to do that also."

Majority Standard Bible
But Jesus told them, ?I must preach the good news of the kingdom of God to the other towns as well, because that is why I was sent.?

NET Bible
But Jesus said to them, "I must proclaim the good news of the kingdom of God to the other towns too, for that is what I was sent to do."

New Heart English Bible
But he said to them, "I must proclaim the good news of the Kingdom of God to the other cities also. For this reason I have been sent."

Webster's Bible Translation
And he said to them, I must preach the kingdom of God to other cities also, for therefore am I sent.

Weymouth New Testament
But He said to them, "I have to tell the Good News of the Kingdom of God to the other towns also, because for this purpose I was sent."

World English Bible
But he said to them, “I must preach the good news of God’s Kingdom to the other cities also. For this reason I have been sent.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and He said to them, “Also to the other cities it is necessary for Me to proclaim good news of the Kingdom of God, because for this I have been sent”;

Berean Literal Bible
But He said to them, "It behooves Me to preach the good news of the kingdom of God to the other towns also, because for this I have been sent forth."

Young's Literal Translation
and he said unto them -- 'Also to the other cities it behoveth me to proclaim good news of the reign of God, because for this I have been sent;'

Smith's Literal Translation
And he said to them, That also to other cities must I announce the good news, the kingdom of God: because for this have I been sent.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
To whom he said: To other cities also I must preach the kingdom of God: for therefore am I sent.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And he said to them, “I must also preach the kingdom of God to other cities, because it was for this reason that I was sent.”

New American Bible
But he said to them, “To the other towns also I must proclaim the good news of the kingdom of God, because for this purpose I have been sent.”

New Revised Standard Version
But he said to them, “I must proclaim the good news of the kingdom of God to the other cities also; for I was sent for this purpose.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
But Jesus said to them, I must preach the kingdom of God in other cities also; because I was sent for this.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
But Yeshua said to them, “I must proclaim the Kingdom of God to other cities also; it is for this I am sent.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
But he said to them: I must make known the good news of the kingdom of God to other cities also; for to this end I have been sent.

Godbey New Testament
And He said to them, That, it behooveth me to preach the gospel of the kingdom of God to many other cities: because unto this I have been sent.

Haweis New Testament
But he said unto them, I must preach the glad tidings of the kingdom of heaven in other cities also: for on this service am I sent.

Mace New Testament
he said to them, I must likewise proclaim the kingdom of God in other cities; for to that end am I sent.

Weymouth New Testament
But He said to them, "I have to tell the Good News of the Kingdom of God to the other towns also, because for this purpose I was sent."

Worrell New Testament
And He said to them, "It is needful that I proclaim the good news of the Kingdom of God to the other cities also; because for this I was sent forth."

Worsley New Testament
But He said unto them, I must preach the kingdom of God to other cities also: for therefore am I sent.

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Context
Jesus Preaches in Judea
42At daybreak, Jesus went out to a solitary place, and the crowds were looking for Him. They came to Him and tried to keep Him from leaving. 43But Jesus told them, “I must preach the good news of the kingdom of God to the other towns as well, because that is why I was sent.” 44And He continued to preach in the synagogues of Judea.…

Cross References
Matthew 4:23
Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness among the people.

Mark 1:38-39
But Jesus answered, “Let us go on to the neighboring towns so I can preach there as well, for that is why I have come.” / So He went throughout Galilee, preaching in their synagogues and driving out demons.

Matthew 9:35
Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness.

Matthew 28:19-20
Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, / and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

John 9:4
While it is daytime, we must do the works of Him who sent Me. Night is coming, when no one can work.

Acts 1:8
But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and you will be My witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”

Isaiah 61:1
The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners,

Matthew 10:7
As you go, preach this message: ‘The kingdom of heaven is near.’

Luke 8:1
Soon afterward, Jesus traveled from one town and village to another, preaching and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God. The Twelve were with Him,

Acts 10:36-38
He has sent this message to the people of Israel, proclaiming the gospel of peace through Jesus Christ, who is Lord of all. / You yourselves know what has happened throughout Judea, beginning in Galilee with the baptism that John proclaimed: / how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power, and how Jesus went around doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, because God was with Him.

Isaiah 9:1-2
Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those in distress. In the past He humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future He will honor the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the nations: / The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death, a light has dawned.

Matthew 11:1
After Jesus had finished instructing His twelve disciples, He went on from there to teach and preach in their cities.

John 4:34
Jesus explained, “My food is to do the will of Him who sent Me and to finish His work.

Acts 8:12
But when they believed Philip as he preached the gospel of the kingdom of God and the name of Jesus Christ, they were baptized, both men and women.

Isaiah 52:7
How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, “Your God reigns!”


Treasury of Scripture

And he said to them, I must preach the kingdom of God to other cities also: for therefore am I sent.

I must.

Mark 1:14,15,38,39
Now after that John was put in prison, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God, …

John 9:4
I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night cometh, when no man can work.

Acts 10:38
How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him.

therefore.

Isaiah 42:1-4
Behold my servant, whom I uphold; mine elect, in whom my soul delighteth; I have put my spirit upon him: he shall bring forth judgment to the Gentiles…

Isaiah 48:16
Come ye near unto me, hear ye this; I have not spoken in secret from the beginning; from the time that it was, there am I: and now the Lord GOD, and his Spirit, hath sent me.

Isaiah 61:1-3
The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound; …

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Luke 4
1. The fasting and temptation of Jesus.
14. He begins to preach.
16. The people of Nazareth marvel at words, but seek to kill him.
33. He cures one possessed of a demon,
38. Peter's mother-in-law,
40. and various other sick persons.
41. The demons acknowledge Jesus, and are reproved for it.
42. He preaches through the cities of Galilee.














But Jesus replied
This phrase introduces the response of Jesus, indicating a direct and intentional communication. The Greek word for "replied" is "ἀποκριθεὶς" (apokritheis), which implies a thoughtful and deliberate answer. In the context of Jesus' ministry, His replies are always filled with purpose and divine insight, reflecting His role as the ultimate teacher and prophet. This sets the stage for the profound truth He is about to reveal.

I must preach
The word "must" (Greek: δεῖ, dei) conveys a sense of divine necessity or obligation. It reflects Jesus' understanding of His mission as ordained by God. The term "preach" (Greek: εὐαγγελίζεσθαι, euangelizesthai) means to proclaim good news. This highlights the core of Jesus' mission—to bring the message of salvation and the Kingdom of God to the people. It underscores the urgency and importance of His work.

the good news of the kingdom of God
The "good news" (Greek: εὐαγγέλιον, euangelion) is the gospel, the message of hope and salvation through Jesus Christ. The "kingdom of God" refers to God's sovereign rule and reign, both in the present spiritual sense and the future physical manifestation. This phrase encapsulates the essence of Jesus' teaching and mission, emphasizing the transformative power of God's rule in the lives of individuals and the world.

to the other towns also
This phrase indicates the geographical and inclusive scope of Jesus' mission. The Greek word for "towns" (πόλεις, poleis) suggests not just cities but communities of people. Jesus' ministry was not confined to one place but was meant to reach diverse groups, reflecting the universal nature of the gospel. It underscores the idea that the message of the Kingdom is for all people, transcending cultural and social boundaries.

because that is why I was sent
The word "sent" (Greek: ἀπεστάλην, apestalēn) implies a mission or commission from God. Jesus acknowledges His divine purpose and the reason for His incarnation. This phrase reaffirms the divine authority and intentionality behind Jesus' earthly ministry. It serves as a reminder of the fulfillment of prophecy and God's redemptive plan through Christ, emphasizing that Jesus' actions were in perfect alignment with God's will.

(43) I must preach.--Better, I must declare the glad tidings of the kingdom. The Greek verb is literally "to evangelise," and is quite distinct from that commonly translated "preach."

To other cities also.--Literally, to the other cities, with a special reference, probably, to those of Galilee.



Parallel Commentaries ...


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

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

them,
αὐτοὺς (autous)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Plural
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.

“I
με (me)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

must
δεῖ (dei)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1163: Third person singular active present of deo; also deon deh-on'; neuter active participle of the same; both used impersonally; it is Necessary.

preach [the] good news
εὐαγγελίσασθαί (euangelisasthai)
Verb - Aorist Infinitive Middle
Strong's 2097: From eu and aggelos; to announce good news especially the gospel.

of the
τὴν (tēn)
Article - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

kingdom
βασιλείαν (basileian)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 932: From basileus; properly, royalty, i.e. rule, or a realm.

of God
Θεοῦ (Theou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.

to the
ταῖς (tais)
Article - Dative Feminine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

other
ἑτέραις (heterais)
Adjective - Dative Feminine Plural
Strong's 2087: (a) of two: another, a second, (b) other, different, (c) one's neighbor. Of uncertain affinity; other or different.

towns
πόλεσιν (polesin)
Noun - Dative Feminine Plural
Strong's 4172: A city, the inhabitants of a city. Probably from the same as polemos, or perhaps from polus; a town.

as well,
Καὶ (Kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

because
ὅτι (hoti)
Conjunction
Strong's 3754: Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.

that is why
τοῦτο (touto)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3778: This; he, she, it.

I was sent.”
ἀπεστάλην (apestalēn)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 649: From apo and stello; set apart, i.e. to send out literally or figuratively.


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