New International Version When Jesus heard this, he was amazed and said to those following him, “Truly I tell you, I have not found anyone in Israel with such great faith. New Living Translation When Jesus heard this, he was amazed. Turning to those who were following him, he said, “I tell you the truth, I haven’t seen faith like this in all Israel! English Standard Version When Jesus heard this, he marveled and said to those who followed him, “Truly, I tell you, with no one in Israel have I found such faith. Berean Standard Bible When Jesus heard this, He marveled and said to those following Him, “Truly I tell you, I have not found anyone in Israel with such great faith. Berean Literal Bible And having heard, Jesus marveled and said to those following, “Truly I say to you⁺, with no one in Israel did I find such great faith. King James Bible When Jesus heard it, he marvelled, and said to them that followed, Verily I say unto you, I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel. New King James Version When Jesus heard it, He marveled, and said to those who followed, “Assuredly, I say to you, I have not found such great faith, not even in Israel! New American Standard Bible Now when Jesus heard this, He was amazed and said to those who were following, “Truly I say to you, I have not found such great faith with anyone in Israel. NASB 1995 Now when Jesus heard this, He marveled and said to those who were following, “Truly I say to you, I have not found such great faith with anyone in Israel. NASB 1977 Now when Jesus heard this, He marveled, and said to those who were following, “Truly I say to you, I have not found such great faith with anyone in Israel. Legacy Standard Bible Now when Jesus heard this, He marveled and said to those who were following, “Truly I say to you, I have not found such great faith with anyone in Israel. Amplified Bible When Jesus heard this, He was amazed and said to those who were following Him, “I tell you truthfully, I have not found such great faith [as this] with anyone in Israel. Berean Annotated Bible When Jesus (YHWH saves) heard this, He marveled and said to those following Him, “Truly I tell you⁺, I have not found anyone in Israel (He wrestles with God) with such great faith. Christian Standard Bible Hearing this, Jesus was amazed and said to those following him, “Truly I tell you, I have not found anyone in Israel with so great a faith. Holman Christian Standard Bible Hearing this, Jesus was amazed and said to those following Him, “I assure you: I have not found anyone in Israel with so great a faith! American Standard Version And when Jesus heard it, he marvelled, and said to them that followed, Verily I say unto you, I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel. Contemporary English Version When Jesus heard this, he was so surprised that he turned and said to the crowd following him, "I tell you in all of Israel I've never found anyone with this much faith! English Revised Version And when Jesus heard it, he marveled, and said to them that followed, Verily I say unto you, I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel. GOD'S WORD® Translation Jesus was amazed when he heard this. He said to those who were following him, "I can guarantee this truth: I haven't found faith as great as this in anyone in Israel. Good News Translation When Jesus heard this, he was surprised and said to the people following him, "I tell you, I have never found anyone in Israel with faith like this. International Standard Version When Jesus heard this, he was amazed and told those who were following him, "I tell all of you with certainty, not even in Israel have I found this kind of faith! NET Bible When Jesus heard this he was amazed and said to those who followed him, "I tell you the truth, I have not found such faith in anyone in Israel! New Heart English Bible And when Jesus heard it, he was amazed, and said to those who followed, "Truly I tell you, I have not found so great a faith with anyone in Israel. Webster's Bible Translation When Jesus heard it, he marveled, and said to them that followed, Verily I say to you, I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel. Weymouth New Testament Jesus listened to this reply, and was astonished, and said to the people following Him, "I solemnly tell you that in no Israelite have I found faith as great as this. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleWhen Jesus heard this, He marveled and said to those following Him, “Truly I tell you, I have not found even in Israel such great faith. World English Bible When Jesus heard it, he marveled and said to those who followed, “Most certainly I tell you, I haven’t found so great a faith, not even in Israel. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Jesus having heard, wondered, and said to those following, “Truly I say to you, not even in Israel have I found such great faith; Berean Literal Bible And having heard, Jesus marveled and said to those following, “Truly I say to you⁺, with no one in Israel did I find such great faith. Young's Literal Translation And Jesus having heard, did wonder, and said to those following, 'Verily I say to you, not even in Israel so great faith have I found; Smith's Literal Translation And Jesus having heard, admired, and said to those following; Verily I say to you, not in Israel have I found such faith. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Jesus hearing this, marvelled; and said to them that followed him: Amen I say to you, I have not found so great faith in Israel. Catholic Public Domain Version And, hearing this, Jesus wondered. And he said to those following him: “Amen I say to you, I have not found so great a faith in Israel. New American Bible When Jesus heard this, he was amazed and said to those following him, “Amen, I say to you, in no one in Israel have I found such faith. New Revised Standard Version When Jesus heard him, he was amazed and said to those who followed him, “Truly I tell you, in no one in Israel have I found such faith. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleWhen Jesus heard it, he was amazed, and he said to those who accompanied him, Truly I say to you, that not even in Israel have I found such faith as this. Aramaic Bible in Plain English But when Yeshua heard, he was amazed, and he said to them that came with him, “Truly I say to you, that not even in Israel have I found faith like this.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd when Jesus heard it, he was filled with admiration, and said to those who followed him: Verily I say to you, not even in Israel have I found so great faith. Godbey New Testament And Jesus hearing, was astonished, and said to those following, Haweis New Testament And Jesus hearing him, marvelled, and said to those who were following, Verily I say unto you, not even in Israel have I found so great faith. Mace New Testament when Jesus heard it, he was surpriz'd, and said to his followers, I profess I have not met with such an instance of faith, no not in Israel. Weymouth New Testament Jesus listened to this reply, and was astonished, and said to the people following Him, "I solemnly tell you that in no Israelite have I found faith as great as this. Worrell New Testament And Jesus, hearing it, wondered, and said to those following Him, Worsley New Testament And when Jesus heard it He marvelled, and said to them that followed Him, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Faith of the Centurion…9For I myself am a man under authority, with soldiers under me. I tell one to go, and he goes; and another to come, and he comes. I tell my servant to do something, and he does it.” 10When Jesus heard this, He marveled and said to those following Him, “Truly I tell you, I have not found anyone in Israel with such great faith. 11I say to you that many will come from the east and the west to share the banquet with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob in the kingdom of heaven.… Cross References When Jesus heard this, John 11:4 When Jesus heard this, He said, “This sickness will not end in death. No, it is for the glory of God, so that the Son of God may be glorified through it.” John 4:50 “Go,” said Jesus. “Your son will live.” The man took Jesus at His word and departed. Mark 5:36 But Jesus overheard their conversation and said to Jairus, “Do not be afraid; just believe.” He marveled Luke 7:9 When Jesus heard this, He marveled at the centurion. Turning to the crowd following Him, He said, “I tell you, not even in Israel have I found such great faith.” Mark 6:6 And He was amazed at their unbelief. And He went around from village to village, teaching the people. and said to those following Him, Matthew 16:24 Then Jesus told His disciples, “If anyone wants to come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me. Luke 9:23 Then Jesus said to all of them, “If anyone wants to come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow Me. John 12:26 If anyone serves Me, he must follow Me; and where I am, My servant will be as well. If anyone serves Me, the Father will honor him. “Truly I tell you, Matthew 5:18 For I tell you truly, until heaven and earth pass away, not a single jot, not a stroke of a pen, will disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished. Mark 9:1 Then Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, there are some standing here who will not taste death before they see the kingdom of God arrive with power.” Luke 23:43 And Jesus said to him, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with Me in Paradise.” I have not found anyone in Israel John 1:11 He came to His own, and His own did not receive Him. Luke 4:24 Then He added, “Truly I tell you, no prophet is accepted in his hometown. Romans 10:21 But as for Israel he says: “All day long I have held out My hands to a disobedient and obstinate people.” with such great faith. Matthew 15:28 “O woman,” Jesus answered, “your faith is great! Let it be done for you as you desire.” And her daughter was healed from that very hour. Mark 5:34 “Daughter,” said Jesus, “your faith has healed you. Go in peace and be free of your affliction.” Treasury of Scripture When Jesus heard it, he marveled, and said to them that followed, Truly I say to you, I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel. he marvelled. Mark 6:6 And he marvelled because of their unbelief. And he went round about the villages, teaching. Luke 7:9 When Jesus heard these things, he marvelled at him, and turned him about, and said unto the people that followed him, I say unto you, I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel. I have. Matthew 15:28 Then Jesus answered and said unto her, O woman, great is thy faith: be it unto thee even as thou wilt. And her daughter was made whole from that very hour. Luke 5:20 And when he saw their faith, he said unto him, Man, thy sins are forgiven thee. Luke 7:50 And he said to the woman, Thy faith hath saved thee; go in peace. Jump to Previous Astonished Ears Faith Followed Following Found Great Heard Israel Israelite Jesus Marveled Marvelled Solemnly Surprised Truth Verily WordsJump to Next Astonished Ears Faith Followed Following Found Great Heard Israel Israelite Jesus Marveled Marvelled Solemnly Surprised Truth Verily WordsMatthew 8 1. Jesus cleanses the leper;5. heals the centurion's servant, 14. Peter's mother in law, 16. and many others; 18. shows the cost of following him; 23. stills the storm on the sea; 28. drives the demons out of two men possessed; 31. and tells them to go into the pigs. When Jesus heard this, He heard the centurion’s confidence that His word alone could heal a servant from a distance. The officer recognized that Jesus possessed authority greater than any earthly command. Jhn 11:4 This sickness will not end in death. No, it is for the glory… He marveled The centurion’s faith stood out because he trusted Jesus without requiring Him to enter his home or perform a visible act. Luk 7:9 When Jesus heard this, He marveled at the centurion… and said to those following Him, Jesus turned to His disciples and the surrounding crowd, making the centurion’s response an example for all who heard Him. Mat 16:24 Then Jesus told His disciples, “If anyone wants to come… “Truly I tell you, He introduced a solemn declaration that demanded careful attention. Mat 5:18 For I tell you truly, until heaven and earth pass away… I have not found anyone in Israel Though Israel had received God’s covenants, Scriptures, and promises, many had not recognized Jesus’ authority as clearly as this Gentile officer. Jhn 1:11 He came to His own, and His own did not receive Him. with such great faith. The centurion believed that Christ could accomplish what He willed by His command alone. His faith anticipated the gathering of believing Gentiles into God’s kingdom. Mat 15:28 “O woman,” Jesus answered, “your faith is great!”… Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe central figure of the New Testament, the Son of God, who performs miracles and teaches about the Kingdom of Heaven. 2. Centurion A Roman officer commanding a hundred soldiers, demonstrating humility and faith in Jesus' authority. 3. Israel The nation chosen by God, representing the people among whom Jesus ministered and where He expected to find faith. 4. Followers of Jesus The disciples and others who were present with Jesus, witnessing His teachings and miracles. 5. Capernaum The town where this event takes place, serving as a significant location for Jesus' ministry. Teaching Points Faith Beyond BordersThe centurion's faith is a powerful reminder that true faith transcends ethnic and cultural boundaries. We are called to recognize and celebrate faith wherever it is found. Authority of Jesus The centurion understood Jesus' authority, which challenges us to trust in Jesus' power over all aspects of our lives, including those beyond our control. Humility in Faith The centurion's approach to Jesus was marked by humility. We should approach God with a humble heart, acknowledging our unworthiness and His greatness. Marveling at Faith Jesus marveled at the centurion's faith. We should strive to have a faith that is remarkable and noteworthy, one that stands out in a world often characterized by doubt. Faith in Action The centurion's faith was not passive; it prompted him to seek Jesus actively. Our faith should lead us to action, seeking Jesus in prayer and obedience. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Matthew 8:10?2. How can we develop faith that amazes Jesus, like in Matthew 8:10? 3. What does Matthew 8:10 teach about the importance of faith in Jesus? 4. How does Matthew 8:10 connect with Hebrews 11:6 on faith's necessity? 5. In what ways can we demonstrate faith in our daily lives? 6. How can we encourage others to have faith like the centurion's in Matthew 8:10? 7. What does Jesus mean by "such great faith" in Matthew 8:10? 8. How does Matthew 8:10 challenge our understanding of faith and authority? 9. Why is the centurion's faith significant in the context of Matthew 8:10? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 8? (10) He marvelled.--The fact is stated in both records, and is not without significance in its bearing on the reality of our Lord's human consciousness. Facts came to Him, in that true humanity, as to other men, unlooked-for, and as with a novelty that caused surprise. I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel.--The nature of the faith we have already seen. Israelites who sought our Lord's healing work, craved for presence, or touch, even if it were only the hem of the garment; sometimes, as in the case of the blind, and dumb, and deaf, for yet more material signs. Here was one who believed in the power of the word of the Christ, and asked for nothing more. Verse 10. - When (Revised Version, add when) Jesus heard it, he marvelled. Contrast "and he marvelled because of their unbelief" (Mark 6:6). We read in John 2:24, 25, "But Jesus did not trust himself unto them, for that he knew all men, and because he needed not that any one should bear witness concerning man; for he himself knew what was in man." Yet here our Lord marvels at the character of the centurion. How can we reconcile these two statements? As yet not fully, for the question takes us to the centre of our Lord's personality. But we must remember:(1) That Augustine's solution - Christ did not so much actually wonder, as commend to us that which was worthy of our admiration - "brings an unreality into parts of our Lord's conduct, as though he did some things for show and the effect which they would have on others, instead of all his actions having their deepest root in his own nature, being the truthful exponents of his own inmost being" (Trench). (2) That St. John was referring, as it seems, to persons with whom our Lord was brought into contact, while here the centurion is probably absent (vide supra). Our Lord's powers of perception (ἐγίνωσκεν, John) have here had no opportunity of action. (3) That, in any case, even our Lord's mental powers did not act in any unnatural method. In his grasping the true character of each man's mind, the same processes (however rapid in his case) must have taken place as take place in men generally, and among these processes is wonder at some fresh trait. . . . Matthew 8:10 celebrates a centurion who, despite outsider status, trusts the word of Christ more than visible proof. Jesus marvels, teaches the onlookers, and contrasts this unexpected, wholehearted reliance with Israel’s widespread unbelief. The passage calls every reader to the same humble, confident faith that honors the absolute authority of the Savior’s word.Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Whenδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. Jesus Ἰησοῦς (Iēsous) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. heard [this], Ἀκούσας (Akousas) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 191: To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear. He marveled ἐθαύμασεν (ethaumasen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 2296: (a) intrans: I wonder, marvel, (b) trans: I wonder at, admire. From thauma; to wonder; by implication, to admire. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. 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. to those τοῖς (tois) Article - Dative 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. following [Him], ἀκολουθοῦσιν (akolouthousin) Verb - Present Participle Active - Dative Masculine Plural Strong's 190: To accompany, attend, follow. Properly, to be in the same way with, i.e. To accompany. “Truly Ἀμὴν (Amēn) Hebrew Word Strong's 281: Of Hebrew origin; properly, firm, i.e. trustworthy; adverbially, surely. 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. I have not found anyone εὗρον (heuron) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular Strong's 2147: A prolonged form of a primary heuro, which heureo is used for it in all the tenses except the present and imperfect to find. in ἐν (en) Preposition Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. Israel Ἰσραὴλ (Israēl) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 2474: Of Hebrew origin; Israel, the adopted name of Jacob, including his descendants. [with] such great τοσαύτην (tosautēn) Demonstrative Pronoun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 5118: So great, so large, so long, so many. From tosos and houtos; so vast as this, i.e. Such. faith. πίστιν (pistin) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 4102: Faith, belief, trust, confidence; fidelity, faithfulness. Additonal Resources Matthew 8:10 Blue Letter BibleMatthew 8:10 Bible Gateway Matthew 8:10 Bible.com Matthew 8:10 NIV |
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