22 And while they abode in Galilee, Jesus said unto them, The Son of man shall be betrayed into the hands of men:
22 When they came together in Galilee, he said to them, "The Son of Man is going to be delivered into the hands of men.
22 As they were gathering
22 As they were regrouping in Galilee, Jesus told them, "The Son of Man is about to be betrayed to some people who want nothing to do with God.
22 Now while they were staying in Galilee, Jesus said to them, "The Son of Man is about to be betrayed into the hands of men,
22 After they gathered again in Galilee, Jesus told them, "The Son of Man is going to be betrayed into the hands of his enemies.
23 And they shall kill him, and the third day he shall be raised again. And they were exceeding sorry.
23 They will kill him, and on the third day he will be raised to life." And the disciples were filled with grief.
23 and they will kill him, and he will be raised on the third day." And they were greatly distressed.
23 They will murder him - and three days later he will be raised alive." The disciples felt terrible.
23 and they will kill Him, and the third day He will be raised up." And they were exceedingly sorrowful.
23 He will be killed, but on the third day he will be raised from the dead." And the disciples were filled with grief.
(Read Matthew 17:22-23)
Christ perfectly knew all things that should befall him, yet undertook the work of our redemption, which strongly shows his love. What outward debasement and Divine glory was the life of the Redeemer! And all his humiliation ended in his exaltation. Let us learn to endure the cross, to despise riches and worldly honours, and to be content with his will.
43 And they were all amazed at the mighty power of God. But while they wondered every one at all things which Jesus did, he said unto his disciples,
43 And they were all amazed at the greatness of God. While everyone was marveling at all that Jesus did, he said to his disciples,
43 And all were astonished at the majesty of God. But while they were all marveling at everything he was doing, Jesus
43 They all shook their heads in wonder, astonished at God's greatness, God's majestic greatness.
43 And they were all amazed at the majesty of God. But while everyone marveled at all the things which Jesus did, He said to His disciples,
43 Awe gripped the people as they saw this majestic display of God's power. Jesus Again Predicts His Death While everyone was marveling at everything he was doing, Jesus said to his disciples,
(Read Luke 9:43-50)
This prediction of Christ's sufferings was plain enough, but the disciples would not understand it, because it agreed not with their notions. A little child is the emblem by which Christ teaches us simplicity and humility. What greater honour can any man attain to in this world, than to be received by men as a messenger of God and Christ; and to have God and Christ own themselves received and welcomed in him! If ever any society of Christians in this world, had reason to silence those not of their own communion, the twelve disciples at this time had; yet Christ warned them not to do the like again. Those may be found faithful followers of Christ, and may be accepted of him, who do not follow with us.
44 Let these sayings sink down into your ears: for the Son of man shall be delivered into the hands of men.
44 "Listen carefully to what I am about to tell you: The Son of Man is going to be delivered into the hands of men."
44 "Let these words sink into your ears: The Son of Man is about to be delivered into the hands of men."
44 "Treasure and ponder each of these next words: The Son of Man is about to be betrayed into human hands."
44 "Let these words sink down into your ears, for the Son of Man is about to be betrayed into the hands of men."
44 "Listen to me and remember what I say. The Son of Man is going to be betrayed into the hands of his enemies."
(Read Luke 9:43-50)
This prediction of Christ's sufferings was plain enough, but the disciples would not understand it, because it agreed not with their notions. A little child is the emblem by which Christ teaches us simplicity and humility. What greater honour can any man attain to in this world, than to be received by men as a messenger of God and Christ; and to have God and Christ own themselves received and welcomed in him! If ever any society of Christians in this world, had reason to silence those not of their own communion, the twelve disciples at this time had; yet Christ warned them not to do the like again. Those may be found faithful followers of Christ, and may be accepted of him, who do not follow with us.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Matthew 17:22
Commentary on Matthew 17:22-23
(Read Matthew 17:22-23)
Christ perfectly knew all things that should befall him, yet undertook the work of our redemption, which strongly shows his love. What outward debasement and Divine glory was the life of the Redeemer! And all his humiliation ended in his exaltation. Let us learn to endure the cross, to despise riches and worldly honours, and to be content with his will.