Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version But about the resurrection of the dead—have you not read what God said to you, New Living Translation “But now, as to whether there will be a resurrection of the dead—haven’t you ever read about this in the Scriptures? Long after Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob had died, God said, English Standard Version And as for the resurrection of the dead, have you not read what was said to you by God: Berean Standard Bible But concerning the resurrection of the dead, have you not read what God said to you: Berean Literal Bible And concerning the resurrection of the dead, have you not read that which has been spoken to you by God, saying, King James Bible But as touching the resurrection of the dead, have ye not read that which was spoken unto you by God, saying, New King James Version But concerning the resurrection of the dead, have you not read what was spoken to you by God, saying, New American Standard Bible But regarding the resurrection of the dead, have you not read what was spoken to you by God: NASB 1995 “But regarding the resurrection of the dead, have you not read what was spoken to you by God: NASB 1977 “But regarding the resurrection of the dead, have you not read that which was spoken to you by God, saying, Legacy Standard Bible But regarding the resurrection of the dead, have you not read what was spoken to you by God, saying, Amplified Bible But as to the resurrection of the dead—have you not read [in the Scripture] what God said to you: Christian Standard Bible Now concerning the resurrection of the dead, haven’t you read what was spoken to you by God: Holman Christian Standard Bible Now concerning the resurrection of the dead, haven’t you read what was spoken to you by God: American Standard Version But as touching the resurrection of the dead, have ye not read that which was spoken unto you by God, saying, Contemporary English Version And as for people being raised to life, God was speaking to you when he said, English Revised Version But as touching the resurrection of the dead, have ye not read that which was spoken unto you by God, saying, GOD'S WORD® Translation Haven't you read what God told you about the dead coming back to life? He said, Good News Translation Now, as for the dead rising to life: haven't you ever read what God has told you? He said, International Standard Version As for the resurrection from the dead, haven't you read what was spoken to you by God when he said, Majority Standard Bible But concerning the resurrection of the dead, have you not read what God said to you: NET Bible Now as for the resurrection of the dead, have you not read what was spoken to you by God, New Heart English Bible But concerning the resurrection of the dead, have you not read that which was spoken to you by God, saying, Webster's Bible Translation But as concerning the resurrection of the dead, have ye not read that which was spoken to you by God, saying, Weymouth New Testament But as to the Resurrection of the dead, have you never read what God says to you, World English Bible But concerning the resurrection of the dead, haven’t you read that which was spoken to you by God, saying, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd concerning the resurrection of the dead, did you not read that which was spoken to you by God, saying, Berean Literal Bible And concerning the resurrection of the dead, have you not read that which has been spoken to you by God, saying, Young's Literal Translation 'And concerning the rising again of the dead, did ye not read that which was spoken to you by God, saying, Smith's Literal Translation And for the rising up of the dead, read ye not that spoken by God, saying, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd concerning the resurrection of the dead, have you not read that which was spoken by God, saying to you: Catholic Public Domain Version But concerning the resurrection of the dead, have you not read what was spoken by God, saying to you: New American Bible And concerning the resurrection of the dead, have you not read what was said to you by God, New Revised Standard Version And as for the resurrection of the dead, have you not read what was said to you by God, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut concerning the resurrection of the dead, have you not read what was said to you by God, saying, Aramaic Bible in Plain English But concerning the resurrection of the dead, have you not read what was spoken to you by God, who said: NT Translations Anderson New TestamentBut, concerning the resurrection of the dead, have you not read that which was spoken to you by God, saying: Godbey New Testament Haweis New Testament But with respect to the resurrection of the dead, have ye not read what was spoken to you of God, saying, Mace New Testament now as to the state of life after death, have ye not read that expression of God himself, Weymouth New Testament But as to the Resurrection of the dead, have you never read what God says to you, Worrell New Testament Worsley New Testament Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Sadducees and the Resurrection…30In the resurrection, people will neither marry nor be given in marriage. Instead, they will be like the angels in heaven. 31But concerning the resurrection of the dead, have you not read what God said to you: 32‘I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob’? He is not the God of the dead, but of the living.”… Cross References Exodus 3:6 Then He said, “I am the God of your father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.” At this, Moses hid his face, for he was afraid to look at God. Mark 12:26 But concerning the dead rising, have you not read about the burning bush in the Book of Moses, how God told him, ‘I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob’? Luke 20:37 Even Moses demonstrates that the dead are raised, in the passage about the burning bush. For he calls the Lord ‘the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.’ Acts 7:32 ‘I am the God of your fathers, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.’ Moses trembled with fear and did not dare to look. Hebrews 11:16 Instead, they were longing for a better country, a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed to be called their God, for He has prepared a city for them. Romans 4:17 As it is written: “I have made you a father of many nations.” He is our father in the presence of God, in whom he believed, the God who gives life to the dead and calls into being what does not yet exist. 1 Corinthians 15:22 For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive. John 5:21 For just as the Father raises the dead and gives them life, so also the Son gives life to whom He wishes. John 11:25-26 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in Me will live, even though he dies. / And everyone who lives and believes in Me will never die. Do you believe this?” Romans 14:9 For this reason Christ died and returned to life, that He might be the Lord of both the dead and the living. 1 Corinthians 15:45 So it is written: “The first man Adam became a living being”; the last Adam a life-giving spirit. 2 Corinthians 1:9 Indeed, we felt we were under the sentence of death, in order that we would not trust in ourselves, but in God, who raises the dead. Philippians 3:21 who, by the power that enables Him to subject all things to Himself, will transform our lowly bodies to be like His glorious body. 1 Thessalonians 4:14 For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, we also believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in Him. Revelation 1:18 the Living One. I was dead, and behold, now I am alive forever and ever! And I hold the keys of Death and of Hades. Treasury of Scripture But as touching the resurrection of the dead, have you not read that which was spoken to you by God, saying, have. Matthew 9:13 But go ye and learn what that meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance. Matthew 12:3,7 But he said unto them, Have ye not read what David did, when he was an hungred, and they that were with him; … Matthew 21:16,42 And said unto him, Hearest thou what these say? And Jesus saith unto them, Yea; have ye never read, Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings thou hast perfected praise? … Jump to Previous Dead Life Read Regarding Resurrection Rising Touching WritingsJump to Next Dead Life Read Regarding Resurrection Rising Touching WritingsMatthew 22 1. The parable of the marriage of the king's son.9. The vocation of the Gentiles. 12. The punishment of him who lacked a wedding garment. 15. Tribute ought to be paid to Caesar. 23. Jesus confutes the Sadducees for the resurrection; 34. answers which is the first and great commandment; 41. and puzzles the Pharisees by a question about the Messiah. But concerning the resurrection of the dead This phrase introduces a critical theological concept that Jesus addresses in response to the Sadducees, who denied the resurrection. The Greek word for "resurrection" is "anastasis," which means a rising up or standing again. This term is foundational to Christian eschatology, affirming the belief in life after death and the eventual resurrection of believers. Historically, the Sadducees were a sect that held significant power in the Sanhedrin and were known for their denial of the resurrection, which makes Jesus' teaching here particularly poignant. The resurrection is not just a future hope but a present reality that shapes Christian living. have you not read what God said to you I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob He is not the God of the dead, but of the living Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristThe central figure in this passage, Jesus is addressing the Sadducees, who are questioning Him about the resurrection. 2. Sadducees A Jewish sect during Jesus' time, known for denying the resurrection of the dead. They are attempting to challenge Jesus with a theological question. 3. Moses Although not directly mentioned in this verse, Jesus refers to the writings of Moses to make His point about the resurrection. 4. God The ultimate authority whose words Jesus cites to affirm the truth of the resurrection. 5. Resurrection The event and doctrine being discussed, which the Sadducees deny and Jesus affirms using Scripture. Teaching Points Authority of ScriptureJesus uses Scripture to address theological errors. We should also rely on the Bible as our ultimate authority in matters of faith and doctrine. Understanding the Resurrection The resurrection is a foundational Christian belief. Understanding it helps us grasp the hope and future we have in Christ. Engaging with Skeptics Jesus models how to engage with those who question or deny core doctrines. We should be prepared to give a reasoned defense of our faith using Scripture. God of the Living God’s relationship with the patriarchs demonstrates that He is the God of the living, not the dead. This should encourage us in our faith and hope in eternal life. Continuity of God’s Promises The promises made to the patriarchs are fulfilled in Christ and continue to be relevant to believers today.(31) That which was spoken unto you by God.--In St. Mark and St. Luke we find the addition "at the bush," the words probably being a reference to the section of the Law containing Exodus 3, and known by that title. There are, it need scarcely be said, many passages scattered here and there through the Old Testament (such, e.g., as Job 19:25-26; Psalm 16:10-11; Daniel 12:2) in which the hope of immortality, and even of a resurrection, is expressed with greater clearness; but our Lord meets the Sadducees on their own ground, and quotes from the Law which they recognised as of supreme authority. The principle implied in the reasoning is, that the union of the divine Name with that of a man, as in "I am the God of Abraham," involved a relation existing, not in the past only, but when the words were uttered. They meant something more than "I am the God whom Abraham worshipped in the past." But if the relation was a permanent one, then it followed that those whose names were thus joined with the name of God were living and not dead.Verse 31. - As touching (περὶ) the resurrection of the dead. Christ, in the second place, shows how these disputants were, ignorant of Scripture. They may have known the letter, they certainly knew nothing of the spirit of the Word of God, its depth and fulness. The key to the interpretation of the Scripture is faith. It is not enough to be acquainted with the literal signification; this is always inadequate, and denotes not the chief matter intended. To know the Scripture, in the sense of Christ, is to have a clear apprehension of its spiritual aspect, to feel and own the moral and mystical bearing of facts and statements, and to recognize that herein lies the real significance of the inspired record. The want of this discernment vitiated the Sadducees' treatment and reception of Holy Writ, and involved them in lamentable error. Christ proceeds to demonstrate how the very Pentateuch (reverenced unquestionably by their party), which they deemed to be entirely silent on the subject of the life of the soul, spoke plainly on this matter to all who had faith to understand and appreciate the words of Divine wisdom. That which was spoken unto you by God. To our minds Jesus might have adduced stronger arguments from other books of Scripture, e.g. Isaiah, Ezekiel, and Daniel; but the Sadducees had drawn their objection from the Pentateuch, therefore from that section of the Bible he refutes them. To the books of Moses was always made the ultimate appeal in confirmation of doctrine; in the supreme authority of these writings all sects agreed. The utterances of the prophets were explained away as allegorical, poetical, and rhetorical; the plain, historical statements of the Law could not at that time be thus treated. Christ endorses unreservedly the Divine inspiration of the Pentateuch; he intimates that it was the voice of God to all time, and providentially directed to disperse such errors as those now produced. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Butδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. concerning 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. the τῆς (tēs) Article - Genitive 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. resurrection ἀναστάσεως (anastaseōs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 386: A rising again, resurrection. From anistemi; a standing up again, i.e. a resurrection from death (its author), or a recovery. of the τῶν (tōn) Article - Genitive Masculine Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. dead, νεκρῶν (nekrōn) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural Strong's 3498: (a) adj: dead, lifeless, subject to death, mortal, (b) noun: a dead body, a corpse. From an apparently primary nekus; dead. have you not read ἀνέγνωτε (anegnōte) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 2nd Person Plural Strong's 314: To read, know again, know certainly, recognize, discern. From ana and ginosko; to know again, i.e. to read. what τὸ (to) Article - Accusative Neuter Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. God Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. said ῥηθὲν (rhēthen) Verb - Aorist Participle Passive - Accusative Neuter Singular Strong's 2046: Probably a fuller form of rheo; an alternate for epo in certain tenses; to utter, i.e. Speak or say. to you: ὑμῖν (hymin) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. Links Matthew 22:31 NIVMatthew 22:31 NLT Matthew 22:31 ESV Matthew 22:31 NASB Matthew 22:31 KJV Matthew 22:31 BibleApps.com Matthew 22:31 Biblia Paralela Matthew 22:31 Chinese Bible Matthew 22:31 French Bible Matthew 22:31 Catholic Bible NT Gospels: Matthew 22:31 But concerning the resurrection of the dead (Matt. Mat Mt) |
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