Matthew 10:12
New International Version
As you enter the home, give it your greeting.

New Living Translation
When you enter the home, give it your blessing.

English Standard Version
As you enter the house, greet it.

Berean Standard Bible
As you enter the home, greet its occupants.

Berean Literal Bible
And entering into the house, greet it.

King James Bible
And when ye come into an house, salute it.

New King James Version
And when you go into a household, greet it.

New American Standard Bible
As you enter the house, give it your greeting.

NASB 1995
“As you enter the house, give it your greeting.

NASB 1977
“And as you enter the house, give it your greeting.

Legacy Standard Bible
Now as you enter the house, give it your greeting.

Amplified Bible
As you go into the house, give it your greeting [that is, ‘Peace be to this house’].

Christian Standard Bible
Greet a household when you enter it,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Greet a household when you enter it,

American Standard Version
And as ye enter into the house, salute it.

Contemporary English Version
When you go to a home, give it your blessing of peace.

English Revised Version
And as ye enter into the house, salute it.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
When you go into a house, greet the family.

Good News Translation
When you go into a house, say, 'Peace be with you.'

International Standard Version
As you enter the house, greet its occupants.

Majority Standard Bible
As you enter the home, greet its occupants.

NET Bible
As you enter the house, give it greetings.

New Heart English Bible
And as you enter into the household, greet it.

Webster's Bible Translation
And when ye come into a house, salute it.

Weymouth New Testament
When you enter the house, salute it;

World English Bible
As you enter into the household, greet it.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And coming into the house greet it,

Berean Literal Bible
And entering into the house, greet it.

Young's Literal Translation
And coming to the house salute it,

Smith's Literal Translation
And entering into a house, do ye greet it.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And when you come into the house, salute it, saying: Peace be to this house.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Then, when you enter into the house, greet it, saying, ‘Peace to this house.’

New American Bible
As you enter a house, wish it peace.

New Revised Standard Version
As you enter the house, greet it.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And when you enter into the house, salute the family.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
“And when you enter a household, invoke the peace of the household.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
When you go into a house, salute it:

Godbey New Testament
And going into a house, salute it.

Haweis New Testament
And when ye come into a family, salute it:

Mace New Testament
As soon as ye enter into any house, salute the family.

Weymouth New Testament
When you enter the house, salute it;

Worrell New Testament
And, as ye are coming into the house, salute it:

Worsley New Testament
And when ye come into the house, salute them:

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Ministry of the Twelve
11Whatever town or village you enter, find out who is worthy there and stay at his house until you move on. 12As you enter the home, greet its occupants. 13If the home is worthy, let your peace rest on it; but if it is not, let your peace return to you.…

Cross References
Luke 10:5-6
Whatever house you enter, begin by saying, ‘Peace to this house.’ / If a man of peace is there, your peace will rest on him; if not, it will return to you.

Matthew 10:13
If the home is worthy, let your peace rest on it, but if it is not, let your peace return to you.

Mark 6:10-11
And He told them, “When you enter a house, stay there until you leave that area. / If anyone will not welcome you or listen to you, shake the dust off your feet when you leave that place, as a testimony against them.”

Luke 9:4-5
Whatever house you enter, stay there until you leave that area. / If anyone does not welcome you, shake the dust off your feet when you leave that town, as a testimony against them.”

John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.

Acts 13:51
So they shook the dust off their feet in protest against them and went to Iconium.

Acts 16:15
And when she and her household had been baptized, she urged us, “If you consider me a believer in the Lord, come and stay at my house.” And she persuaded us.

Romans 16:20
The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.

1 Samuel 25:6
and say to him, ‘Long life to you, and peace to you and to your house and to all that belongs to you.

1 Kings 17:10-11
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.”

2 Kings 4:29
So Elisha said to Gehazi, “Tie up your garment, take my staff in your hand, and go! If you meet anyone, do not greet him, and if anyone greets you, do not answer him. Then lay my staff on the boy’s face.”

2 Kings 10:15
When he left there, he found Jehonadab son of Rechab, who was coming to meet him. Jehu greeted him and asked, “Is your heart as true to mine as my heart is to yours?” “It is!” Jehonadab replied. “If it is,” said Jehu, “give me your hand.” So he gave him his hand, and Jehu helped him into his chariot,

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!”

Ezekiel 2:5
And whether they listen or refuse to listen—for they are a rebellious house—they will know that a prophet has been among them.

Ezekiel 3:6-7
not to the many peoples of unfamiliar speech and difficult language whose words you cannot understand. Surely if I had sent you to them, they would have listened to you. / But the house of Israel will be unwilling to listen to you, since they are unwilling to listen to Me. For the whole house of Israel is hard-headed and hard-hearted.


Treasury of Scripture

And when you come into an house, salute it.

salute it.

Luke 10:5,6
And into whatsoever house ye enter, first say, Peace be to this house…

Acts 10:36
The word which God sent unto the children of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ: (he is Lord of all:)

2 Corinthians 5:20
Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ's stead, be ye reconciled to God.

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Matthew 10
1. Jesus sends out his apostles, enabling them with power to do miracles;
5. giving them their charge, teaches them;
16. comforts them against persecutions;
40. and promises a blessing to those who receive them.














As you enter the home
This phrase reflects the practice of hospitality in the ancient Near East, where welcoming travelers was a common custom. Homes were often simple structures, and entering a home signified a willingness to engage in fellowship and share in the life of the household. This instruction is part of Jesus' sending out of the Twelve Apostles, emphasizing the importance of personal interaction and the spreading of the Gospel through direct contact. The act of entering a home also symbolizes the acceptance of the message of Christ, as seen in Revelation 3:20, where Jesus stands at the door and knocks, waiting to be invited in.

Greet its occupants
Greeting was an important social custom in Jewish culture, often involving a blessing of peace, such as "Shalom." This greeting was not merely a formality but a way to convey God's peace and presence. In the context of Matthew 10, the greeting serves as a test of receptivity to the message of the Kingdom of God. If the occupants were receptive, the peace would rest on them; if not, it would return to the apostles. This reflects the broader biblical theme of peace as a gift from God, as seen in John 14:27, where Jesus offers His peace to His followers. The greeting also aligns with the practice of Jesus Himself, who often began His post-resurrection appearances with a greeting of peace.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jesus Christ
The speaker of this verse, providing instructions to His disciples as He sends them out on a mission.

2. The Disciples
The immediate audience of Jesus' instructions, tasked with spreading the message of the Kingdom of Heaven.

3. The House
Represents the homes of those who would receive the disciples, symbolizing hospitality and openness to the Gospel.

4. The Occupants
The people living in the house, who are potential recipients of the disciples' message and peace.

5. The Mission
The broader context of Jesus sending out the twelve disciples to preach, heal, and cast out demons.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Greeting
A simple greeting can open doors for deeper spiritual conversations and relationships. It sets the tone for the interaction and reflects the peace of Christ.

Hospitality as a Christian Virtue
Hospitality is a key aspect of Christian living. It involves welcoming others into our homes and lives, reflecting the love and acceptance of Christ.

Discernment in Ministry
As the disciples were instructed to greet the house, they were also to discern the receptiveness of the occupants. This teaches us to be wise and discerning in our ministry efforts.

Peace as a Gift
The greeting of peace is not just a formality but a spiritual blessing. As Christians, we carry the peace of Christ and are called to share it with others.

The Role of the Home in Ministry
Homes are significant places for ministry and fellowship. They provide a setting for sharing the Gospel and building community.(12) When ye come into an house.--The English indefinite article is misleading. We must read "into the house," i.e., the dwelling of the man who had been reported as worthy. The salutation, as the words that follow imply, was the familiar, "Peace be with thee--Peace be to this house" (Luke 10:5).

Verses 12, 13. - Parallel passage: Luke 10:5, 6 (the seventy). Your very entrance is to be an occasion of imparting spiritual blessing if the house be receptive of it. Verse 12. - And when ye come; and as ye enter (Revised Version), synchronous with the moment of your entrance (cf. Luke 17:12). Into an house; the house (Revised Version); i.e. of him who is worthy. Salute it. With the usual greeting of "Peace" (Judges 18:15; 1 Samuel 25:5, 6). Observe that Christ practised what he preached (John 20:19 [Luke 24:3]).

Parallel Commentaries ...


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

you enter
εἰσερχόμενοι (eiserchomenoi)
Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 1525: To go in, come in, enter. From eis and erchomai; to enter.

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.

house,
οἰκίαν (oikian)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3614: From oikos; properly, residence, but usually an abode; by implication, a family.

greet
ἀσπάσασθε (aspasasthe)
Verb - Aorist Imperative Middle - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 782: To greet, salute, pay my respects to, welcome. To enfold in the arms, i.e. to salute, to welcome.

its [occupants].
αὐτήν (autēn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Feminine 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.


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