Matthew 19

KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 19 of 28

1 And it happened when Jesus had finished these words, He moved from Galilee and came into the borders of Judea beyond the Jordan.

2 And great crowds followed Him, and He healed them there.

3 And the Pharisees came near to Him, tempting Him, and saying to Him, Is it lawful for a man to dismiss his wife for every reason?

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Chapter Summary

2 Christ heals the sick: 3 answers the Pharisees about divorce:10 when marriage is neccessary: 13 receives little children: 16 instructs the young man how to attain eternal life: 23 how hard it is for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.

Key Greek Words

σάρκα carnal(-ly,, -ly minded),, flesh(-ly) G4561
ἦλθεν accompany, appear, bring G2064
εἰς against, among, as G1519
πολλοί abundant, altogether, common G4183
προσῆλθον come thereunto, consent, G4334

People & Context

The Rich Young Ruler

A wealthy young man walks away sorrowful when Jesus tells him to sell his possessions and give to the poor in order to have eternal life.

Timeline

The Rich Young Ruler

A wealthy young man walks away sorrowful when Jesus tells him to sell his possessions and give to the poor in order to have eternal life.

Matthew 19:16-30

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