Matthew 25

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Τότε then τότε tóte from (the neuter of) G3588 (ὁ) and G3753 (ὅτε); the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecut ὁμοιωθήσεται make like ὁμοιόω homoióō from G3664 (ὅμοιος); to assimilate, i.e. compare; passively, to become similar be (make) like, (in the) liken(-ess), res ἡ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, βασιλεία kingdom βασιλεία basileía from G935 (βασιλεύς); properly, royalty, i.e. (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively) kin τῶν the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, οὐρανῶν heaven οὐρανός ouranós perhaps from the same as G3735 (ὄρος) (through the idea of elevation); the sky; by extension, heaven (as the abode of Go δέκα ten δέκα déka a primary number; ten (eight-)een, ten παρθένοις virgin παρθένος parthénos of unknown origin; a maiden; by implication, an unmarried daughter virgin , αἵτινες whosoever ὅστις hóstis from G3739 (ὅς) and G5100 (τὶς); which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which same X and (they), (such) as, (they) t λαβοῦσαι receive λαμβάνω lambánō a prolonged form of a primary verb, which is use only as an alternate in certain tenses; to take (in very many applicati τὰς the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, λαμπάδας torch λαμπάς lampás from G2989 (λάμπω); a lamp or flambeau lamp, light, torch ⸀ ἑαυτῶν himself ἑαυτοῦ heautoû from a reflexive pronoun otherwise obsolete and the genitive case (dative case or accusative case) of G846 (αὐτός); him- ἐξῆλθον come out ἐξέρχομαι exérchomai from G1537 (ἐκ) and G2064 (ἔρχομαι); to issue (literally or figuratively) come (forth, out), depart (out of), escape, ge εἰς into εἰς eis a primary preposition; to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose ( ⸀ ὑπάντησιν meeting ὑπάντησις hypántēsis from G5221 (ὑπαντάω); an encounter or concurrence (with G1519 (εἰς) for infinitive, in order to fall in with) meeting τοῦ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, νυμφίου bridegroom νυμφίος nymphíos from G3565 (νύμφη); a bride-groom (literally or figuratively) bridegroom .

“At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom.

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πέντε five πέντε pénte a primary number; five five δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng ⸂ ἐξ from out ἐκ ek a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause; αὐτῶν he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive ἦσαν were εἰμί eimí the first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist (used only when ⸂ μωραὶ stupid μωρός mōrós probably from the base of G3466 (μυστήριον); dull or stupid (as if shut up), i.e. heedless, (morally) blockhead, (appare καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too πέντε five πέντε pénte a primary number; five five φρόνιμοι intelligent φρόνιμος phrónimos from G5424 (φρήν); thoughtful, i.e. sagacious or discreet (implying a cautious character; while G4680 (σοφός) denotes pr .

Five of them were foolish, and five were wise.

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⸂ αἱ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, γὰρ for γάρ gár a primary particle; properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other par μωραὶ stupid μωρός mōrós probably from the base of G3466 (μυστήριον); dull or stupid (as if shut up), i.e. heedless, (morally) blockhead, (appare λαβοῦσαι receive λαμβάνω lambánō a prolonged form of a primary verb, which is use only as an alternate in certain tenses; to take (in very many applicati τὰς the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, λαμπάδας torch λαμπάς lampás from G2989 (λάμπω); a lamp or flambeau lamp, light, torch αὐτῶν he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive οὐκ not οὐ ou a primary word; the absolute negative (compare G3361 (μή)) adverb; no or not + long, nay, neither, never, no (X man), no ἔλαβον receive λαμβάνω lambánō a prolonged form of a primary verb, which is use only as an alternate in certain tenses; to take (in very many applicati μεθʼ with μετά metá a primary preposition (often used adverbially); properly, denoting accompaniment; amid (local or causal); modified vario ἑαυτῶν himself ἑαυτοῦ heautoû from a reflexive pronoun otherwise obsolete and the genitive case (dative case or accusative case) of G846 (αὐτός); him- ἔλαιον olive oil ἔλαιον élaion neuter of the same as G1636 (ἐλαία); olive oil oil ·

The foolish ones took their lamps but did not take along any extra oil.

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αἱ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng φρόνιμοι intelligent φρόνιμος phrónimos from G5424 (φρήν); thoughtful, i.e. sagacious or discreet (implying a cautious character; while G4680 (σοφός) denotes pr ἔλαβον receive λαμβάνω lambánō a prolonged form of a primary verb, which is use only as an alternate in certain tenses; to take (in very many applicati ἔλαιον olive oil ἔλαιον élaion neuter of the same as G1636 (ἐλαία); olive oil oil ἐν in ἐν en a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (mediall τοῖς the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ⸀ ἀγγείοις vessel ἀγγεῖον angeîon from (a pail, perhaps as bent; compare the base of G43 (ἀγκάλη)); a receptacle vessel μετὰ with μετά metá a primary preposition (often used adverbially); properly, denoting accompaniment; amid (local or causal); modified vario τῶν the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, λαμπάδων torch λαμπάς lampás from G2989 (λάμπω); a lamp or flambeau lamp, light, torch ⸀ ἑαυτῶν himself ἑαυτοῦ heautoû from a reflexive pronoun otherwise obsolete and the genitive case (dative case or accusative case) of G846 (αὐτός); him-

But the wise ones took oil in flasks along with their lamps.

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χρονίζοντος delay χρονίζω chronízō from G5550 (χρόνος); to take time, i.e. linger delay, tarry δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng τοῦ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, νυμφίου bridegroom νυμφίος nymphíos from G3565 (νύμφη); a bride-groom (literally or figuratively) bridegroom ἐνύσταξαν nod in sleep νυστάζω nystázō from a presumed derivative of G3506 (νεύω); to nod, i.e. (by implication) to fall asleep; figuratively, to delay slumber πᾶσαι all πᾶς pâs including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole all (manner of, means), alw καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ἐκάθευδον sleep καθεύδω katheúdō from G2596 (κατά) and (to sleep); to lie down to rest, i.e. (by implication) to fall asleep (literally or figuratively) .

When the bridegroom was delayed, they all became drowsy and fell asleep.

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μέσης middle μέσος mésos from G3326 (μετά); middle (as an adjective or (neuter) noun) among, X before them, between, + forth, mid(-day, -night), δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng νυκτὸς night time νύξ nýx a primary word; night (literally or figuratively) (mid-)night κραυγὴ shout κραυγή kraugḗ from G2896 (κράζω); an outcry (in notification, tumult or grief) clamour, cry(-ing) γέγονεν come into being γίνομαι gínomai a prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be (gen-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come i · Ἰδοὺ see ὁράω horáō properly, to stare at (compare G3700 (ὀπτάνομαι)), i.e. (by implication) to discern clearly (physically or mentally); by ὁ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ⸀ νυμφίος bridegroom νυμφίος nymphíos from G3565 (νύμφη); a bride-groom (literally or figuratively) bridegroom ἐξέρχεσθε come out ἐξέρχομαι exérchomai from G1537 (ἐκ) and G2064 (ἔρχομαι); to issue (literally or figuratively) come (forth, out), depart (out of), escape, ge εἰς into εἰς eis a primary preposition; to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose ( ἀπάντησιν act of meeting ἀπάντησις apántēsis from G528 (ἀπαντάω); a (friendly) encounter meet ⸀ αὐτοῦ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive

At midnight the cry rang out: ‘Here is the bridegroom! Come out to meet him!’

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τότε then τότε tóte from (the neuter of) G3588 (ὁ) and G3753 (ὅτε); the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecut ἠγέρθησαν wake ἐγείρω egeírō probably akin to the base of G58 (ἀγορά) (through the idea of collecting one's faculties); to waken (transitively or int πᾶσαι all πᾶς pâs including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole all (manner of, means), alw αἱ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, παρθένοι virgin παρθένος parthénos of unknown origin; a maiden; by implication, an unmarried daughter virgin ἐκεῖναι that ἐκεῖνος ekeînos from G1563 (ἐκεῖ); that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed he, it, the other (same), sel καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ἐκόσμησαν put into order κοσμέω kosméō from G2889 (κόσμος); to put in proper order, i.e. decorate (literally or figuratively); specially, to snuff (a wick) ado τὰς the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, λαμπάδας torch λαμπάς lampás from G2989 (λάμπω); a lamp or flambeau lamp, light, torch ⸀ ἑαυτῶν himself ἑαυτοῦ heautoû from a reflexive pronoun otherwise obsolete and the genitive case (dative case or accusative case) of G846 (αὐτός); him-

Then all the virgins woke up and trimmed their lamps.

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αἱ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng μωραὶ stupid μωρός mōrós probably from the base of G3466 (μυστήριον); dull or stupid (as if shut up), i.e. heedless, (morally) blockhead, (appare ταῖς the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, φρονίμοις intelligent φρόνιμος phrónimos from G5424 (φρήν); thoughtful, i.e. sagacious or discreet (implying a cautious character; while G4680 (σοφός) denotes pr εἶπαν· Δότε give δίδωμι dídōmi a prolonged form of a primary verb (which is used as an alternative in most of the tenses); to give (used in a very wide ἡμῖν I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me ἐκ from out ἐκ ek a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause; τοῦ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἐλαίου olive oil ἔλαιον élaion neuter of the same as G1636 (ἐλαία); olive oil oil ὑμῶν you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou , ὅτι that ὅτι hóti neuter of G3748 (ὅστις) as conjunction; demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because as concerning that αἱ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, λαμπάδες torch λαμπάς lampás from G2989 (λάμπω); a lamp or flambeau lamp, light, torch ἡμῶν I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me σβέννυνται extinguish σβέννυμι sbénnymi a prolonged form of an apparently primary verb; to extinguish (literally or figuratively) go out, quench .

The foolish ones said to the wise, ‘Give us some of your oil; our lamps are going out.’

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ἀπεκρίθησαν answer ἀποκρίνομαι apokrínomai from G575 (ἀπό) and ; to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare H06030) to begin t δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng αἱ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, φρόνιμοι intelligent φρόνιμος phrónimos from G5424 (φρήν); thoughtful, i.e. sagacious or discreet (implying a cautious character; while G4680 (σοφός) denotes pr λέγουσαι say λέγω légō a primary verb; properly, to lay forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; wh · Μήποτε lest at any time μήποτε mḗpote from G3361 (μή) and G4218 (ποτέ); not ever; also if (or lest) ever (or perhaps) if peradventure, lest (at any time, hapl ⸂ οὐ not οὐ ou a primary word; the absolute negative (compare G3361 (μή)) adverb; no or not + long, nay, neither, never, no (X man), no μὴ not μή mḗ a primary particle of qualified negation (whereas G3756 (οὐ) expresses an absolute denial); (adverb) not, (conjunction) ἀρκέσῃ sufficient ἀρκέω arkéō apparently a primary verb (but probably akin to G142 (αἴρω) through the idea of raising a barrier); properly, to ward of ἡμῖν I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ὑμῖν you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou · ⸀ πορεύεσθε travel πορεύομαι poreúomai middle voice from a derivative of the same as G3984 (πεῖρα); to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especi μᾶλλον more μᾶλλον mâllon neuter of the comparative of the same as G3122 (μάλιστα); (adverbially) more (in a greater degree)) or rather + better, πρὸς with πρός prós a strengthened form of G4253 (πρό); a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the sid τοὺς the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, πωλοῦντας sell πωλέω pōléō probably ultimately from (to be busy, to trade); to barter (as a pedlar), i.e. to sell sell, whatever is sold καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ἀγοράσατε buy ἀγοράζω agorázō from G58 (ἀγορά); properly, to go to market, i.e. (by implication) to purchase; specially, to redeem buy, redeem ἑαυταῖς himself ἑαυτοῦ heautoû from a reflexive pronoun otherwise obsolete and the genitive case (dative case or accusative case) of G846 (αὐτός); him- .

‘No,’ said the wise ones, ‘or there may not be enough for both us and you. Instead, go to those who sell oil and buy some for yourselves.’

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ἀπερχομένων come or go away from ἀπέρχομαι apérchomai from G575 (ἀπό) and G2064 (ἔρχομαι); to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), literally or f δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng αὐτῶν he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive ἀγοράσαι buy ἀγοράζω agorázō from G58 (ἀγορά); properly, to go to market, i.e. (by implication) to purchase; specially, to redeem buy, redeem ἦλθεν come ἔρχομαι érchomai middle voice of a primary verb (used only in the present and imperfect tenses, the others being supplied by a kindred (m ὁ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, νυμφίος bridegroom νυμφίος nymphíos from G3565 (νύμφη); a bride-groom (literally or figuratively) bridegroom , καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too αἱ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἕτοιμοι ready ἕτοιμος hétoimos from an old noun (fitness); adjusted, i.e. ready prepared, (made) ready(-iness, to our hand) εἰσῆλθον come in εἰσέρχομαι eisérchomai from G1519 (εἰς) and G2064 (ἔρχομαι); to enter (literally or figuratively) X arise, come (in, into), enter in(-to), go i μετʼ with μετά metá a primary preposition (often used adverbially); properly, denoting accompaniment; amid (local or causal); modified vario αὐτοῦ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive εἰς into εἰς eis a primary preposition; to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose ( τοὺς the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, γάμους marriage γάμος gámos nuptials marriage, wedding , καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ἐκλείσθη shut κλείω kleíō a primary verb; to close (literally or figuratively) shut (up) ἡ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, θύρα door θύρα thýra apparently a primary word (compare door); a portal or entrance (the opening or the closure, literally or figuratively) d .

But while they were on their way to buy it, the bridegroom arrived. Those who were ready went in with him to the wedding banquet, and the door was shut.

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ὕστερον lastly ὕστερον hýsteron neuter of G5306 (ὕστερος) as adverb; more lately, i.e. eventually afterward, (at the) last (of all) δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng ἔρχονται come ἔρχομαι érchomai middle voice of a primary verb (used only in the present and imperfect tenses, the others being supplied by a kindred (m καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too αἱ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, λοιπαὶ remainder λοιποί loipoí masculine plural of a derivative of G3007 (λείπω); remaining ones other, which remain, remnant, residue, rest παρθένοι virgin παρθένος parthénos of unknown origin; a maiden; by implication, an unmarried daughter virgin λέγουσαι say λέγω légō a primary verb; properly, to lay forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; wh · Κύριε lord κύριος kýrios from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title) God, L κύριε lord κύριος kýrios from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title) God, L , ἄνοιξον open ἀνοίγω anoígō from G303 (ἀνά) and (to open); to open up (literally or figuratively, in various applications) open ἡμῖν I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me ·

Later the other virgins arrived and said, ‘Lord, lord, open the door for us!’

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ὁ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng ἀποκριθεὶς answer ἀποκρίνομαι apokrínomai from G575 (ἀπό) and ; to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare H06030) to begin t εἶπεν say λέγω légō a primary verb; properly, to lay forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; wh · Ἀμὴν verily ἀμήν amḗn of Hebrew origin (H0543); properly, firm, i.e. (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, s λέγω say λέγω légō a primary verb; properly, to lay forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; wh ὑμῖν you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou , οὐκ not οὐ ou a primary word; the absolute negative (compare G3361 (μή)) adverb; no or not + long, nay, neither, never, no (X man), no οἶδα know εἴδω eídō a primary verb; used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent G3700 (ὀπτάνομαι) and G3 ὑμᾶς you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou .

But he replied, ‘Truly I tell you, I do not know you.’

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γρηγορεῖτε awake γρηγορεύω grēgoreúō from G1453 (ἐγείρω); to keep awake, i.e. watch (literally or figuratively) be vigilant, wake, (be) watch(-ful) οὖν therefore οὖν oûn apparently a primary word; (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly and (so, truly), but, now (then), s , ὅτι that ὅτι hóti neuter of G3748 (ὅστις) as conjunction; demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because as concerning that οὐκ not οὐ ou a primary word; the absolute negative (compare G3361 (μή)) adverb; no or not + long, nay, neither, never, no (X man), no οἴδατε know εἴδω eídō a primary verb; used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent G3700 (ὀπτάνομαι) and G3 τὴν the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἡμέραν day ἡμέρα hēméra feminine (with G5610 (ὥρα) implied) of a derivative of (to sit; akin to the base of G1476 (ἑδραῖος)) meaning tame, i.e. οὐδὲ not even οὐδέ oudé from G3756 (οὐ) and G1161 (δέ); not however, i.e. neither, nor, not even neither (indeed), never, no (more, nor, not), n τὴν the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ⸀ ὥραν hour ὥρα hṓra apparently a primary word; an hour (literally or figuratively) day, hour, instant, season, X short, (even-)tide, (high)

Therefore keep watch, because you do not know the day or the hour.

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Ὥσπερ just as ὥσπερ hṓsper from G5613 (ὡς) and G4007 (περ); just as, i.e. exactly like (even, like) as γὰρ for γάρ gár a primary particle; properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other par ἄνθρωπος man ἄνθρωπος ánthrōpos from G435 (ἀνήρ) and (the countenance; from G3700 (ὀπτάνομαι)); man-faced, i.e. a human being certain, man ἀποδημῶν go into another ἀποδημέω apodēméō from G590 (ἀπόδημος); to go abroad, i.e. visit a foreign land go (travel) into a far country, journey ἐκάλεσεν call καλέω kaléō akin to the base of G2753 (κελεύω); to call (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwi τοὺς the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἰδίους one's own ἴδιος ídios pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate X his acquaintance, when they were alone, apart, δούλους male slave δοῦλος doûlos from G1210 (δέω); a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense o καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too παρέδωκεν hand over παραδίδωμι paradídōmi from G3844 (παρά) and G1325 (δίδωμι); to surrender, i.e yield up, intrust, transmit betray, bring forth, cast, commit, d αὐτοῖς he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive τὰ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ὑπάρχοντα goods ὑπάρχοντα hypárchonta neuter plural of present participle active of G5225 (ὑπάρχω) as noun; things extant or in hand, i.e. property or possess αὐτοῦ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive ,

For it is just like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted them with his possessions.

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καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ᾧ who ὅς hós probably a primary word (or perhaps a form of the article G3588 (ὁ)); the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, μὲν truly μέν mén a primary particle; properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause ἔδωκεν give δίδωμι dídōmi a prolonged form of a primary verb (which is used as an alternative in most of the tenses); to give (used in a very wide πέντε five πέντε pénte a primary number; five five τάλαντα talent of silver or τάλαντον tálanton neuter of a presumed derivative of the original form of (to bear; equivalent to G5342 (φέρω)); a balance (as supporting ᾧ who ὅς hós probably a primary word (or perhaps a form of the article G3588 (ὁ)); the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng δύο two δύο dýo a primary numeral; two both, twain, two ᾧ who ὅς hós probably a primary word (or perhaps a form of the article G3588 (ὁ)); the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng ἕν in ἐν en a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (mediall , ἑκάστῳ each ἕκαστος hékastos as if a superlative of (afar); each or every any, both, each (one), every (man, one, woman), particularly κατὰ down from κατά katá a primary particle; (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dat τὴν the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἰδίαν one's own ἴδιος ídios pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate X his acquaintance, when they were alone, apart, δύναμιν power δύναμις dýnamis from G1410 (δύναμαι); force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous power (usually by implication, a miracle , καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ἀπεδήμησεν go into another ἀποδημέω apodēméō from G590 (ἀπόδημος); to go abroad, i.e. visit a foreign land go (travel) into a far country, journey . εὐθέως immediately εὐθέως euthéōs adverb from G2117 (εὐθύς); directly, i.e. at once or soon anon, as soon as, forthwith, immediately, shortly, straightway

To one he gave five talents, to another two talents, and to another one talent—each according to his own ability. And he went on his journey.

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⸀ πορευθεὶς travel πορεύομαι poreúomai middle voice from a derivative of the same as G3984 (πεῖρα); to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especi ὁ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, τὰ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, πέντε five πέντε pénte a primary number; five five τάλαντα talent of silver or τάλαντον tálanton neuter of a presumed derivative of the original form of (to bear; equivalent to G5342 (φέρω)); a balance (as supporting λαβὼν receive λαμβάνω lambánō a prolonged form of a primary verb, which is use only as an alternate in certain tenses; to take (in very many applicati ἠργάσατο ἐν in ἐν en a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (mediall αὐτοῖς he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ⸀ ἐκέρδησεν gain κερδαίνω kerdaínō from G2771 (κέρδος); to gain (literally or figuratively) (get) gain, win ἄλλα but ἀλλά allá neuter plural of G243 (ἄλλος); properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations) and, but (eve ⸀ πέντε five πέντε pénte a primary number; five five

The servant who had received the five talents went at once and put them to work and gained five more.

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⸀ ὡσαύτως likewise ὡσαύτως hōsaútōs from G5613 (ὡς) and an adverb from G846 (αὐτός); as thus, i.e. in the same way even so, likewise, after the same (in lik ὁ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, τὰ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, δύο two δύο dýo a primary numeral; two both, twain, two ⸀ ἐκέρδησεν gain κερδαίνω kerdaínō from G2771 (κέρδος); to gain (literally or figuratively) (get) gain, win ἄλλα but ἀλλά allá neuter plural of G243 (ἄλλος); properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations) and, but (eve δύο two δύο dýo a primary numeral; two both, twain, two ·

Likewise, the one with the two talents gained two more.

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ὁ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng τὸ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἓν in ἐν en a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (mediall λαβὼν receive λαμβάνω lambánō a prolonged form of a primary verb, which is use only as an alternate in certain tenses; to take (in very many applicati ἀπελθὼν come or go away from ἀπέρχομαι apérchomai from G575 (ἀπό) and G2064 (ἔρχομαι); to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), literally or f ὤρυξεν dig ὀρύσσω orýssō apparently a primary verb; to burrow in the ground, i.e. dig dig ⸀ γῆν earth γῆ gē contracted from a primary word; soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe (includ καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ⸀ ἔκρυψεν hide κρύπτω krýptō a primary verb; to conceal (properly, by covering) hide (self), keep secret, secret(-ly) τὸ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἀργύριον money in general ἀργύριον argýrion neuter of a presumed derivative of G696 (ἄργυρος); silvery, i.e. (by implication) cash; specially, a silverling (i.e. dr τοῦ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, κυρίου lord κύριος kýrios from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title) God, L αὐτοῦ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive .

But the servant who had received the one talent went off, dug a hole in the ground, and hid his master’s money.

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μετὰ with μετά metá a primary preposition (often used adverbially); properly, denoting accompaniment; amid (local or causal); modified vario δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng ⸂ πολὺν much πολύς polýs including the forms from the alternate ; (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbi χρόνον season χρόνος chrónos of uncertain derivation; a space of time (in general, and thus properly distinguished from G2540 (καιρός), which designa ἔρχεται come ἔρχομαι érchomai middle voice of a primary verb (used only in the present and imperfect tenses, the others being supplied by a kindred (m ὁ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, κύριος lord κύριος kýrios from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title) God, L τῶν the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, δούλων male slave δοῦλος doûlos from G1210 (δέω); a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense o ἐκείνων that ἐκεῖνος ekeînos from G1563 (ἐκεῖ); that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed he, it, the other (same), sel καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too συναίρει make a reckoning συναίρω synaírō from G4862 (σύν) and G142 (αἴρω); to make up together, i.e. (figuratively) to compute (an account) reckon, take ⸂ λόγον word λόγος lógos from G3004 (λέγω); something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasonin μετʼ with μετά metá a primary preposition (often used adverbially); properly, denoting accompaniment; amid (local or causal); modified vario αὐτῶν he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive

After a long time the master of those servants returned and settled accounts with them.

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καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too προσελθὼν come near προσέρχομαι prosérchomai from G4314 (πρός) and G2064 (ἔρχομαι) (including its alternate); to approach, i.e. (literally) come near, visit, or (fig ὁ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, τὰ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, πέντε five πέντε pénte a primary number; five five τάλαντα talent of silver or τάλαντον tálanton neuter of a presumed derivative of the original form of (to bear; equivalent to G5342 (φέρω)); a balance (as supporting λαβὼν receive λαμβάνω lambánō a prolonged form of a primary verb, which is use only as an alternate in certain tenses; to take (in very many applicati προσήνεγκεν bring to προσφέρω prosphérō from G4314 (πρός) and G5342 (φέρω) (including its alternate); to bear towards, i.e. lead to, tender (especially to God), ἄλλα but ἀλλά allá neuter plural of G243 (ἄλλος); properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations) and, but (eve πέντε five πέντε pénte a primary number; five five τάλαντα talent of silver or τάλαντον tálanton neuter of a presumed derivative of the original form of (to bear; equivalent to G5342 (φέρω)); a balance (as supporting λέγων say λέγω légō a primary verb; properly, to lay forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; wh · Κύριε lord κύριος kýrios from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title) God, L , πέντε five πέντε pénte a primary number; five five τάλαντά talent of silver or τάλαντον tálanton neuter of a presumed derivative of the original form of (to bear; equivalent to G5342 (φέρω)); a balance (as supporting μοι I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me παρέδωκας hand over παραδίδωμι paradídōmi from G3844 (παρά) and G1325 (δίδωμι); to surrender, i.e yield up, intrust, transmit betray, bring forth, cast, commit, d · ἴδε see ὁράω horáō properly, to stare at (compare G3700 (ὀπτάνομαι)), i.e. (by implication) to discern clearly (physically or mentally); by ἄλλα but ἀλλά allá neuter plural of G243 (ἄλλος); properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations) and, but (eve πέντε five πέντε pénte a primary number; five five τάλαντα talent of silver or τάλαντον tálanton neuter of a presumed derivative of the original form of (to bear; equivalent to G5342 (φέρω)); a balance (as supporting ⸀ ἐκέρδησα gain κερδαίνω kerdaínō from G2771 (κέρδος); to gain (literally or figuratively) (get) gain, win

The servant who had received the five talents came and presented five more. ‘Master,’ he said, ‘you entrusted me with five talents. See, I have gained five more.’

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⸀ ἔφη say φημί phēmí properly, the same as the base of G5457 (φῶς) and G5316 (φαίνω); to show or make known one's thoughts, i.e. speak or say αὐτῷ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive ὁ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, κύριος lord κύριος kýrios from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title) God, L αὐτοῦ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive · Εὖ well εὖ eû neuter of a primary (good); (adverbially) well good, well (done) , δοῦλε male slave δοῦλος doûlos from G1210 (δέω); a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense o ἀγαθὲ good ἀγαθός agathós a primary word; good (in any sense, often as noun) benefit, good(-s, things), well καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too πιστέ trustworthy πιστός pistós from G3982 (πείθω); objectively, trustworthy; subjectively, trustful believe(-ing, -r), faithful(-ly), sure, true , ἐπὶ on ἐπί epí a primary preposition; properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (w ὀλίγα small ὀλίγος olígos puny (in extent, degree, number, duration or value); especially neuter (adverbially) somewhat + almost, brief(-ly), few, ἦς who ὅς hós probably a primary word (or perhaps a form of the article G3588 (ὁ)); the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, πιστός trustworthy πιστός pistós from G3982 (πείθω); objectively, trustworthy; subjectively, trustful believe(-ing, -r), faithful(-ly), sure, true , ἐπὶ on ἐπί epí a primary preposition; properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (w πολλῶν much πολύς polýs including the forms from the alternate ; (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbi σε you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou καταστήσω set καθίστημι kathístēmi from G2596 (κατά) and G2476 (ἵστημι); to place down (permanently), i.e. (figuratively) to designate, constitute, convoy · εἴσελθε come in εἰσέρχομαι eisérchomai from G1519 (εἰς) and G2064 (ἔρχομαι); to enter (literally or figuratively) X arise, come (in, into), enter in(-to), go i εἰς into εἰς eis a primary preposition; to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose ( τὴν the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, χαρὰν joy χαρά chará from G5463 (χαίρω); cheerfulness, i.e. calm delight gladness, X greatly, (X be exceeding) joy(-ful, -fully, -fulness, -o τοῦ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, κυρίου lord κύριος kýrios from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title) God, L σου you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou .

His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!’

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προσελθὼν come near προσέρχομαι prosérchomai from G4314 (πρός) and G2064 (ἔρχομαι) (including its alternate); to approach, i.e. (literally) come near, visit, or (fig ⸀ δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ὁ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, τὰ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, δύο two δύο dýo a primary numeral; two both, twain, two ⸀ τάλαντα talent of silver or τάλαντον tálanton neuter of a presumed derivative of the original form of (to bear; equivalent to G5342 (φέρω)); a balance (as supporting εἶπεν say λέγω légō a primary verb; properly, to lay forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; wh · Κύριε lord κύριος kýrios from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title) God, L , δύο two δύο dýo a primary numeral; two both, twain, two τάλαντά talent of silver or τάλαντον tálanton neuter of a presumed derivative of the original form of (to bear; equivalent to G5342 (φέρω)); a balance (as supporting μοι I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me παρέδωκας hand over παραδίδωμι paradídōmi from G3844 (παρά) and G1325 (δίδωμι); to surrender, i.e yield up, intrust, transmit betray, bring forth, cast, commit, d · ἴδε see ὁράω horáō properly, to stare at (compare G3700 (ὀπτάνομαι)), i.e. (by implication) to discern clearly (physically or mentally); by ἄλλα but ἀλλά allá neuter plural of G243 (ἄλλος); properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations) and, but (eve δύο two δύο dýo a primary numeral; two both, twain, two τάλαντα talent of silver or τάλαντον tálanton neuter of a presumed derivative of the original form of (to bear; equivalent to G5342 (φέρω)); a balance (as supporting ⸀ ἐκέρδησα gain κερδαίνω kerdaínō from G2771 (κέρδος); to gain (literally or figuratively) (get) gain, win

The servant who had received the two talents also came and said, ‘Master, you entrusted me with two talents. See, I have gained two more.’

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ἔφη say φημί phēmí properly, the same as the base of G5457 (φῶς) and G5316 (φαίνω); to show or make known one's thoughts, i.e. speak or say αὐτῷ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive ὁ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, κύριος lord κύριος kýrios from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title) God, L αὐτοῦ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive · Εὖ well εὖ eû neuter of a primary (good); (adverbially) well good, well (done) , δοῦλε male slave δοῦλος doûlos from G1210 (δέω); a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense o ἀγαθὲ good ἀγαθός agathós a primary word; good (in any sense, often as noun) benefit, good(-s, things), well καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too πιστέ trustworthy πιστός pistós from G3982 (πείθω); objectively, trustworthy; subjectively, trustful believe(-ing, -r), faithful(-ly), sure, true , ἐπὶ on ἐπί epí a primary preposition; properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (w ὀλίγα small ὀλίγος olígos puny (in extent, degree, number, duration or value); especially neuter (adverbially) somewhat + almost, brief(-ly), few, ἦς who ὅς hós probably a primary word (or perhaps a form of the article G3588 (ὁ)); the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, πιστός trustworthy πιστός pistós from G3982 (πείθω); objectively, trustworthy; subjectively, trustful believe(-ing, -r), faithful(-ly), sure, true , ἐπὶ on ἐπί epí a primary preposition; properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (w πολλῶν much πολύς polýs including the forms from the alternate ; (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbi σε you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou καταστήσω set καθίστημι kathístēmi from G2596 (κατά) and G2476 (ἵστημι); to place down (permanently), i.e. (figuratively) to designate, constitute, convoy · εἴσελθε come in εἰσέρχομαι eisérchomai from G1519 (εἰς) and G2064 (ἔρχομαι); to enter (literally or figuratively) X arise, come (in, into), enter in(-to), go i εἰς into εἰς eis a primary preposition; to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose ( τὴν the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, χαρὰν joy χαρά chará from G5463 (χαίρω); cheerfulness, i.e. calm delight gladness, X greatly, (X be exceeding) joy(-ful, -fully, -fulness, -o τοῦ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, κυρίου lord κύριος kýrios from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title) God, L σου you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou .

His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!’

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προσελθὼν come near προσέρχομαι prosérchomai from G4314 (πρός) and G2064 (ἔρχομαι) (including its alternate); to approach, i.e. (literally) come near, visit, or (fig δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ὁ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, τὸ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἓν in ἐν en a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (mediall τάλαντον talent of silver or τάλαντον tálanton neuter of a presumed derivative of the original form of (to bear; equivalent to G5342 (φέρω)); a balance (as supporting εἰληφὼς receive λαμβάνω lambánō a prolonged form of a primary verb, which is use only as an alternate in certain tenses; to take (in very many applicati εἶπεν say λέγω légō a primary verb; properly, to lay forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; wh · Κύριε lord κύριος kýrios from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title) God, L , ἔγνων come to know γινώσκω ginṓskō a prolonged form of a primary verb; to know (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications ( σε you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou ὅτι that ὅτι hóti neuter of G3748 (ὅστις) as conjunction; demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because as concerning that σκληρὸς hard σκληρός sklērós from the base of G4628 (σκέλος); dry, i.e. hard or tough (figuratively, harsh, severe) fierce, hard εἶ if εἰ ei a primary particle of conditionality; if, whether, that, etc. forasmuch as, if, that, (al-)though, whether ἄνθρωπος man ἄνθρωπος ánthrōpos from G435 (ἀνήρ) and (the countenance; from G3700 (ὀπτάνομαι)); man-faced, i.e. a human being certain, man , θερίζων reap θερίζω therízō from G2330 (θέρος) (in the sense of the crop); to harvest reap ὅπου where ὅπου hópou from G3739 (ὅς) and G4225 (πού); what(-ever) where, i.e. at whichever spot in what place, where(-as, -soever), whither ( οὐκ not οὐ ou a primary word; the absolute negative (compare G3361 (μή)) adverb; no or not + long, nay, neither, never, no (X man), no ἔσπειρας sow σπείρω speírō probably strengthened from G4685 (σπάω) (through the idea of extending); to scatter, i.e. sow (literally or figuratively καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too συνάγων gather together συνάγω synágō from G4862 (σύν) and G71 (ἄγω); to lead together, i.e. collect or convene; specially, to entertain (hospitably) + accomp ὅθεν whence ὅθεν hóthen from G3739 (ὅς) with the directive enclitic of source; from which place or source or cause (adverb or conjunction) from οὐ not οὐ ou a primary word; the absolute negative (compare G3361 (μή)) adverb; no or not + long, nay, neither, never, no (X man), no διεσκόρπισας scatter διασκορπίζω diaskorpízō from G1223 (διά) and G4650 (σκορπίζω); to dissipate, i.e. (genitive case) to rout or separate; specially, to winnow; fig ·

Finally, the servant who had received the one talent came and said, ‘Master, I knew that you are a hard man, reaping where you have not sown and gathering where you have not scattered seed.

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καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too φοβηθεὶς fear φοβέω phobéō from G5401 (φόβος); to frighten, i.e. (passively) to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. revere be (+ sore) af ἀπελθὼν come or go away from ἀπέρχομαι apérchomai from G575 (ἀπό) and G2064 (ἔρχομαι); to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), literally or f ἔκρυψα hide κρύπτω krýptō a primary verb; to conceal (properly, by covering) hide (self), keep secret, secret(-ly) τὸ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, τάλαντόν talent of silver or τάλαντον tálanton neuter of a presumed derivative of the original form of (to bear; equivalent to G5342 (φέρω)); a balance (as supporting σου you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou ἐν in ἐν en a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (mediall τῇ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, γῇ earth γῆ gē contracted from a primary word; soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe (includ · ἴδε see ὁράω horáō properly, to stare at (compare G3700 (ὀπτάνομαι)), i.e. (by implication) to discern clearly (physically or mentally); by ἔχεις have ἔχω échō a primary verb; to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possess τὸ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, σόν yours σός sós from G4771 (σύ); thine thine (own), thy (friend) .

So I was afraid and went out and hid your talent in the ground. See, you have what belongs to you.’

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ἀποκριθεὶς answer ἀποκρίνομαι apokrínomai from G575 (ἀπό) and ; to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare H06030) to begin t δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng ὁ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, κύριος lord κύριος kýrios from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title) God, L αὐτοῦ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive εἶπεν say λέγω légō a primary verb; properly, to lay forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; wh αὐτῷ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive · Πονηρὲ evil πονηρός ponērós from a derivative of G4192 (πόνος); hurtful, i.e. evil (properly, in effect or influence, and thus differing from G2556 δοῦλε male slave δοῦλος doûlos from G1210 (δέω); a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense o καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ὀκνηρέ slothful ὀκνηρός oknērós from G3635 (ὀκνέω); tardy, i.e. indolent; (figuratively) irksome grievous, slothful , ᾔδεις know εἴδω eídō a primary verb; used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent G3700 (ὀπτάνομαι) and G3 ὅτι that ὅτι hóti neuter of G3748 (ὅστις) as conjunction; demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because as concerning that θερίζω reap θερίζω therízō from G2330 (θέρος) (in the sense of the crop); to harvest reap ὅπου where ὅπου hópou from G3739 (ὅς) and G4225 (πού); what(-ever) where, i.e. at whichever spot in what place, where(-as, -soever), whither ( οὐκ not οὐ ou a primary word; the absolute negative (compare G3361 (μή)) adverb; no or not + long, nay, neither, never, no (X man), no ἔσπειρα sow σπείρω speírō probably strengthened from G4685 (σπάω) (through the idea of extending); to scatter, i.e. sow (literally or figuratively καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too συνάγω gather together συνάγω synágō from G4862 (σύν) and G71 (ἄγω); to lead together, i.e. collect or convene; specially, to entertain (hospitably) + accomp ὅθεν whence ὅθεν hóthen from G3739 (ὅς) with the directive enclitic of source; from which place or source or cause (adverb or conjunction) from οὐ not οὐ ou a primary word; the absolute negative (compare G3361 (μή)) adverb; no or not + long, nay, neither, never, no (X man), no διεσκόρπισα scatter διασκορπίζω diaskorpízō from G1223 (διά) and G4650 (σκορπίζω); to dissipate, i.e. (genitive case) to rout or separate; specially, to winnow; fig ;

‘You wicked, lazy servant!’ replied his master. ‘You knew that I reap where I have not sown and gather where I have not scattered seed.

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ἔδει it is necessary δεῖ deî 3rd person singular active present of G1210 (δέω); also deon deh-on'; neuter active participle of the same; both used im ⸂ σε you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou οὖν therefore οὖν oûn apparently a primary word; (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly and (so, truly), but, now (then), s βαλεῖν cast βάλλω bállō a primary verb; to throw (in various applications, more or less violent or intense) arise, cast (out), X dung, lay, lie, ⸂ τὰ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἀργύριά money in general ἀργύριον argýrion neuter of a presumed derivative of G696 (ἄργυρος); silvery, i.e. (by implication) cash; specially, a silverling (i.e. dr μου I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me τοῖς the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, τραπεζίταις money changer τραπεζίτης trapezítēs from G5132 (τράπεζα); a money-broker or banker exchanger , καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ἐλθὼν come ἔρχομαι érchomai middle voice of a primary verb (used only in the present and imperfect tenses, the others being supplied by a kindred (m ἐγὼ I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me ἐκομισάμην bring κομίζω komízō from a primary (to tend, i.e. take care of); properly, to provide for, i.e. (by implication) to carry off (as if from ha ἂν untranslatable word ἄν án a primary particle, denoting a supposition, wish, possibility or uncertainty (what-, where-, wither-, who-)soever τὸ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἐμὸν mine ἐμός emós from the oblique cases of G1473 (ἐγώ) (G1698 (ἐμοί), G1700 (ἐμοῦ), G1691 (ἐμέ)); my of me, mine (own), my σὺν with σύν sýn a primary preposition denoting union; with or together (but much closer than G3326 (μετά) or G3844 (παρά)), i.e. by asso τόκῳ interest τόκος tókos from the base of G5088 (τίκτω); interest on money loaned (as a produce) usury .

Then you should have deposited my money with the bankers, and on my return I would have received it back with interest.

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ἄρατε raise αἴρω aírō a primary root; to lift up; by implication, to take up or away; figuratively, to raise (the voice), keep in suspense (th οὖν therefore οὖν oûn apparently a primary word; (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly and (so, truly), but, now (then), s ἀπʼ from ἀπό apó a primary particle; off, i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or fig αὐτοῦ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive τὸ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, τάλαντον talent of silver or τάλαντον tálanton neuter of a presumed derivative of the original form of (to bear; equivalent to G5342 (φέρω)); a balance (as supporting καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too δότε give δίδωμι dídōmi a prolonged form of a primary verb (which is used as an alternative in most of the tenses); to give (used in a very wide τῷ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἔχοντι have ἔχω échō a primary verb; to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possess τὰ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, δέκα ten δέκα déka a primary number; ten (eight-)een, ten τάλαντα talent of silver or τάλαντον tálanton neuter of a presumed derivative of the original form of (to bear; equivalent to G5342 (φέρω)); a balance (as supporting ·

Therefore take the talent from him and give it to the one who has ten talents.

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τῷ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, γὰρ for γάρ gár a primary particle; properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other par ἔχοντι have ἔχω échō a primary verb; to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possess παντὶ all πᾶς pâs including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole all (manner of, means), alw δοθήσεται give δίδωμι dídōmi a prolonged form of a primary verb (which is used as an alternative in most of the tenses); to give (used in a very wide καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too περισσευθήσεται exceed περισσεύω perisseúō from G4053 (περισσός); to superabound (in quantity or quality), be in excess, be superfluous; also (transitively) to cau · ⸂ τοῦ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng μὴ not μή mḗ a primary particle of qualified negation (whereas G3756 (οὐ) expresses an absolute denial); (adverb) not, (conjunction) ἔχοντος have ἔχω échō a primary verb; to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possess καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ὃ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἔχει have ἔχω échō a primary verb; to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possess ἀρθήσεται raise αἴρω aírō a primary root; to lift up; by implication, to take up or away; figuratively, to raise (the voice), keep in suspense (th ἀπʼ from ἀπό apó a primary particle; off, i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or fig αὐτοῦ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive .

For everyone who has will be given more, and he will have an abundance. But the one who does not have, even what he has will be taken away from him.

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καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too τὸν the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἀχρεῖον unprofitable ἀχρεῖος achreîos from G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and a derivative of G5534 (χρή) (compare G5532 (χρεία)); useless, i.e. (euphemistic δοῦλον male slave δοῦλος doûlos from G1210 (δέω); a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense o ἐκβάλετε throw ἐκβάλλω ekbállō from G1537 (ἐκ) and G906 (βάλλω); to eject (literally or figuratively) bring forth, cast (forth, out), drive (out), expe εἰς into εἰς eis a primary preposition; to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose ( τὸ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, σκότος darkness σκότος skótos from the base of G4639 (σκιά); shadiness, i.e. obscurity (literally or figuratively) darkness τὸ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἐξώτερον outmost ἐξώτερος exṓteros comparative of G1854 (ἔξω); exterior outer · ἐκεῖ there ἐκεῖ ekeî there; by extension, thither there, thither(-ward), (to) yonder (place) ἔσται will be εἰμί eimí the first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist (used only when ὁ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, κλαυθμὸς weeping κλαυθμός klauthmós from G2799 (κλαίω); lamentation wailing, weeping, X wept καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ὁ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, βρυγμὸς grinding or gnashing βρυγμός brygmós from G1031 (βρύχω); a grating (of the teeth) gnashing τῶν the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ὀδόντων tooth ὀδούς odoús perhaps from the base of G2068 (ἐσθίω); a tooth tooth .

And throw that worthless servant into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’

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Ὅταν when ὅταν hótan from G3753 (ὅτε) and G302 (ἄν); whenever (implying hypothesis or more or less uncertainty); also causatively (conjunctio δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng ἔλθῃ come ἔρχομαι érchomai middle voice of a primary verb (used only in the present and imperfect tenses, the others being supplied by a kindred (m ὁ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, υἱὸς son υἱός huiós apparently a primary word; a son (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship τοῦ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἀνθρώπου man ἄνθρωπος ánthrōpos from G435 (ἀνήρ) and (the countenance; from G3700 (ὀπτάνομαι)); man-faced, i.e. a human being certain, man ἐν in ἐν en a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (mediall τῇ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, δόξῃ glory splendor δόξα dóxa from the base of G1380 (δοκέω); glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or sub αὐτοῦ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too πάντες all πᾶς pâs including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole all (manner of, means), alw ⸀ οἱ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἄγγελοι angel ἄγγελος ángelos from (probably derived from G71 (ἄγω); compare G34 (ἀγέλη)) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an angel; by imp μετʼ with μετά metá a primary preposition (often used adverbially); properly, denoting accompaniment; amid (local or causal); modified vario αὐτοῦ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive , τότε then τότε tóte from (the neuter of) G3588 (ὁ) and G3753 (ὅτε); the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecut καθίσει sit καθίζω kathízō another (active) form for G2516 (καθέζομαι); to seat down, i.e. set (figuratively, appoint); intransitively, to sit (dow ἐπὶ on ἐπί epí a primary preposition; properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (w θρόνου throne θρόνος thrónos from (to sit); a stately seat (throne); by implication, power or (concretely) a potentate seat, throne δόξης glory splendor δόξα dóxa from the base of G1380 (δοκέω); glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or sub αὐτοῦ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive ·

When the Son of Man comes in His glory, and all the angels with Him, He will sit on His glorious throne.

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καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ⸀ συναχθήσονται gather together συνάγω synágō from G4862 (σύν) and G71 (ἄγω); to lead together, i.e. collect or convene; specially, to entertain (hospitably) + accomp ἔμπροσθεν in front ἔμπροσθεν émprosthen from G1722 (ἐν) and G4314 (πρός); in front of (in place (literally or figuratively) or time) against, at, before, (in pr αὐτοῦ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive πάντα all πᾶς pâs including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole all (manner of, means), alw τὰ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἔθνη people ἔθνος éthnos probably from G1486 (ἔθω); a race (as of the same habit), i.e. a tribe; specially, a foreign (non-Jewish) one (usually, , καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ἀφορίσει αὐτοὺς he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive ἀπʼ from ἀπό apó a primary particle; off, i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or fig ἀλλήλων one another ἀλλήλων allḗlōn Genitive plural from G243 (ἄλλος) reduplicated; one another each other, mutual, one another, (the other), (them-, your-) , ὥσπερ just as ὥσπερ hṓsper from G5613 (ὡς) and G4007 (περ); just as, i.e. exactly like (even, like) as ὁ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ποιμὴν shepherd ποιμήν poimḗn a shepherd (literally or figuratively) shepherd, pastor ἀφορίζει rail off ἀφορίζω aphorízō from G575 (ἀπό) and G3724 (ὁρίζω); to set off by boundary, i.e. (figuratively) limit, exclude, appoint, etc. divide, sep τὰ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, πρόβατα sheep πρόβατον próbaton probably neuter of a presumed derivative of G4260 (προβαίνω); something that walks forward (a quadruped), i.e. (speciall ἀπὸ from ἀπό apó a primary particle; off, i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or fig τῶν the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἐρίφων goat ἔριφος ériphos perhaps from the same as G2053 (ἔριον) (through the idea of hairiness); a kid or (genitive case) goat goat, kid ,

All the nations will be gathered before Him, and He will separate the people one from another, as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats.

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καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too στήσει cause to stand ἵστημι hístēmi a prolonged form of a primary (of the same meaning, and used for it in certain tenses); to stand (transitively or intran τὰ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, μὲν truly μέν mén a primary particle; properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause πρόβατα sheep πρόβατον próbaton probably neuter of a presumed derivative of G4260 (προβαίνω); something that walks forward (a quadruped), i.e. (speciall ἐκ from out ἐκ ek a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause; δεξιῶν on the right hand δεξιός dexiós from G1209 (δέχομαι); the right side or (feminine) hand (as that which usually takes) right (hand, side) αὐτοῦ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive τὰ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng ἐρίφια goat ἐρίφιον eríphion from G2056 (ἔριφος); a kidling, i.e. (genitive case) goat (symbolically, wicked person) goat ἐξ from out ἐκ ek a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause; εὐωνύμων on the left hand side εὐώνυμος euṓnymos from G2095 (εὖ) and G3686 (ὄνομα); properly, well-named (good-omened), i.e. the left (which was the lucky side among the .

He will place the sheep on His right and the goats on His left.

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τότε then τότε tóte from (the neuter of) G3588 (ὁ) and G3753 (ὅτε); the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecut ἐρεῖ say ἐρέω eréō probably a fuller form of G4483 (ῥέω); an alternate for G2036 (ἔπω) in certain tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say call, ὁ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, βασιλεὺς king βασιλεύς basileús probably from G939 (βάσις) (through the notion of a foundation of power); a sovereign (abstractly, relatively, or figura τοῖς the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἐκ from out ἐκ ek a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause; δεξιῶν on the right hand δεξιός dexiós from G1209 (δέχομαι); the right side or (feminine) hand (as that which usually takes) right (hand, side) αὐτοῦ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive · Δεῦτε come hither δεῦτε deûte from G1204 (δεῦρο) and an imperative form of (to go); come hither! come, X follow , οἱ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, εὐλογημένοι bless εὐλογέω eulogéō from a compound of G2095 (εὖ) and G3056 (λόγος); to speak well of, i.e. (religiously) to bless (thank or invoke a benedi τοῦ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, πατρός father πατήρ patḗr apparently a primary word; a father (literally or figuratively, near or more remote) father, parent μου I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me , κληρονομήσατε inherit κληρονομέω klēronoméō from G2818 (κληρονόμος); to be an heir to (literally or figuratively) be heir, (obtain by) inherit(-ance) τὴν the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἡτοιμασμένην make ready ἑτοιμάζω hetoimázō from G2092 (ἕτοιμος); to prepare prepare, provide, make ready ὑμῖν you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou βασιλείαν kingdom βασιλεία basileía from G935 (βασιλεύς); properly, royalty, i.e. (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively) kin ἀπὸ from ἀπό apó a primary particle; off, i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or fig καταβολῆς foundation καταβολή katabolḗ from G2598 (καταβάλλω); a deposition, i.e. founding; figuratively, conception conceive, foundation κόσμου world κόσμος kósmos probably from the base of G2865 (κομίζω); orderly arrangement, i.e. decoration; by implication, the world (in a wide or .

Then the King will say to those on His right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.

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ἐπείνασα hungry πεινάω peináō from the same as G3993 (πένης) (through the idea of pinching toil; pine); to famish (absolutely or comparatively); figur γὰρ for γάρ gár a primary particle; properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other par καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ἐδώκατέ give δίδωμι dídōmi a prolonged form of a primary verb (which is used as an alternative in most of the tenses); to give (used in a very wide μοι I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me φαγεῖν eat φάγω phágō a primary verb (used as an alternate of G2068 (ἐσθίω) in certain tenses); to eat (literally or figuratively) eat, meat , ἐδίψησα thirst for διψάω dipsáō from a variation of G1373 (δίψος); to thirst for (literally or figuratively) (be, be a-)thirst(-y) καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ἐποτίσατέ give to drink ποτίζω potízō from a derivative of the alternate of G4095 (πίνω); to furnish drink, irrigate give (make) to drink, feed, water με I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me , ξένος new ξένος xénos apparently a primary word; foreign (literally, alien, or figuratively, novel); by implication, a guest or (vice-versa) e ἤμην be εἰμί eimí the first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist (used only when καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too συνηγάγετέ gather together συνάγω synágō from G4862 (σύν) and G71 (ἄγω); to lead together, i.e. collect or convene; specially, to entertain (hospitably) + accomp με I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me ,

For I was hungry and you gave Me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave Me something to drink, I was a stranger and you took Me in,

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γυμνὸς naked γυμνός gymnós nude (absolute or relative, literal or figurative) naked καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too περιεβάλετέ cast around περιβάλλω peribállō from G4012 (περί) and G906 (βάλλω); to throw all around, i.e. invest (with a palisade or with clothing) array, cast abou με I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me , ἠσθένησα weak ἀσθενέω asthenéō from G772 (ἀσθενής); to be feeble (in any sense) be diseased, impotent folk (man), (be) sick, (be, be made) weak καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ἐπεσκέψασθέ look upon ἐπισκέπτομαι episképtomai middle voice from G1909 (ἐπί) and the base of G4649 (σκοπός); to inspect, i.e. (by implication) to select; by extension, με I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me , ἐν in ἐν en a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (mediall φυλακῇ watching φυλακή phylakḗ from G5442 (φυλάσσω); a guarding or (concretely, guard), the act, the person; figuratively, the place, the condition, or ἤμην be εἰμί eimí the first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist (used only when καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ἤλθατε πρός with πρός prós a strengthened form of G4253 (πρό); a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the sid με I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me .

I was naked and you clothed Me, I was sick and you looked after Me, I was in prison and you visited Me.’

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τότε then τότε tóte from (the neuter of) G3588 (ὁ) and G3753 (ὅτε); the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecut ἀποκριθήσονται answer ἀποκρίνομαι apokrínomai from G575 (ἀπό) and ; to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare H06030) to begin t αὐτῷ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive οἱ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, δίκαιοι just δίκαιος díkaios from G1349 (δίκη); equitable (in character or act); by implication, innocent, holy (absolutely or relatively) just, meet λέγοντες say λέγω légō a primary verb; properly, to lay forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; wh · Κύριε lord κύριος kýrios from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title) God, L , πότε when πότε póte from the base of G4226 (ποῦ) and G5037 (τέ); interrogative adverb, at what time + how long, when σε you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou εἴδομεν see ὁράω horáō properly, to stare at (compare G3700 (ὀπτάνομαι)), i.e. (by implication) to discern clearly (physically or mentally); by πεινῶντα hungry πεινάω peináō from the same as G3993 (πένης) (through the idea of pinching toil; pine); to famish (absolutely or comparatively); figur καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ἐθρέψαμεν feed τρέφω tréphō a primary verb (properly, ; but perhaps strengthened from the base of G5157 (τροπή) through the idea of convolution); pr , ἢ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, διψῶντα thirst for διψάω dipsáō from a variation of G1373 (δίψος); to thirst for (literally or figuratively) (be, be a-)thirst(-y) καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ἐποτίσαμεν give to drink ποτίζω potízō from a derivative of the alternate of G4095 (πίνω); to furnish drink, irrigate give (make) to drink, feed, water ;

Then the righteous will answer Him, ‘Lord, when did we see You hungry and feed You, or thirsty and give You something to drink?

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πότε when πότε póte from the base of G4226 (ποῦ) and G5037 (τέ); interrogative adverb, at what time + how long, when δέ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng σε you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou εἴδομεν see ὁράω horáō properly, to stare at (compare G3700 (ὀπτάνομαι)), i.e. (by implication) to discern clearly (physically or mentally); by ξένον new ξένος xénos apparently a primary word; foreign (literally, alien, or figuratively, novel); by implication, a guest or (vice-versa) e καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too συνηγάγομεν gather together συνάγω synágō from G4862 (σύν) and G71 (ἄγω); to lead together, i.e. collect or convene; specially, to entertain (hospitably) + accomp , ἢ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, γυμνὸν naked γυμνός gymnós nude (absolute or relative, literal or figurative) naked καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too περιεβάλομεν cast around περιβάλλω peribállō from G4012 (περί) and G906 (βάλλω); to throw all around, i.e. invest (with a palisade or with clothing) array, cast abou ;

When did we see You a stranger and take You in, or naked and clothe You?

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πότε when πότε póte from the base of G4226 (ποῦ) and G5037 (τέ); interrogative adverb, at what time + how long, when δέ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng σε you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou εἴδομεν see ὁράω horáō properly, to stare at (compare G3700 (ὀπτάνομαι)), i.e. (by implication) to discern clearly (physically or mentally); by ⸀ ἀσθενοῦντα weak ἀσθενέω asthenéō from G772 (ἀσθενής); to be feeble (in any sense) be diseased, impotent folk (man), (be) sick, (be, be made) weak ἢ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἐν in ἐν en a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (mediall φυλακῇ watching φυλακή phylakḗ from G5442 (φυλάσσω); a guarding or (concretely, guard), the act, the person; figuratively, the place, the condition, or καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ἤλθομεν come ἔρχομαι érchomai middle voice of a primary verb (used only in the present and imperfect tenses, the others being supplied by a kindred (m πρός with πρός prós a strengthened form of G4253 (πρό); a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the sid σε you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou ;

When did we see You sick or in prison and visit You?’

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καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ἀποκριθεὶς answer ἀποκρίνομαι apokrínomai from G575 (ἀπό) and ; to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare H06030) to begin t ὁ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, βασιλεὺς king βασιλεύς basileús probably from G939 (βάσις) (through the notion of a foundation of power); a sovereign (abstractly, relatively, or figura ἐρεῖ say ἐρέω eréō probably a fuller form of G4483 (ῥέω); an alternate for G2036 (ἔπω) in certain tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say call, αὐτοῖς he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive · Ἀμὴν verily ἀμήν amḗn of Hebrew origin (H0543); properly, firm, i.e. (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, s λέγω say λέγω légō a primary verb; properly, to lay forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; wh ὑμῖν you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou , ἐφʼ on ἐπί epí a primary preposition; properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (w ὅσον how much ὅσος hósos by reduplication from G3739 (ὅς); as (much, great, long, etc.) as all (that), as (long, many, much) (as), how great (man ἐποιήσατε do ποιέω poiéō apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct) abid ἑνὶ one εἷς heîs a primary numeral; one a(-n, -ny, certain), + abundantly, man, one (another), only, other, some τούτων this οὗτος hoûtos from the article G3588 (ὁ) and G846 (αὐτός); the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated) he (it τῶν the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἀδελφῶν brother ἀδελφός adelphós from G1 (Α) (as a connective particle) and (the womb); a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like G μου I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me τῶν the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἐλαχίστων least ἐλάχιστος eláchistos superlative of (short); used as equivalent to G3398 (μικρός); least (in size, amount, dignity, etc.) least, very little , ἐμοὶ I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me ἐποιήσατε do ποιέω poiéō apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct) abid .

And the King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of Mine, you did for Me.’

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τότε then τότε tóte from (the neuter of) G3588 (ὁ) and G3753 (ὅτε); the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecut ἐρεῖ say ἐρέω eréō probably a fuller form of G4483 (ῥέω); an alternate for G2036 (ἔπω) in certain tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say call, καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too τοῖς the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἐξ from out ἐκ ek a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause; εὐωνύμων on the left hand side εὐώνυμος euṓnymos from G2095 (εὖ) and G3686 (ὄνομα); properly, well-named (good-omened), i.e. the left (which was the lucky side among the · Πορεύεσθε travel πορεύομαι poreúomai middle voice from a derivative of the same as G3984 (πεῖρα); to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especi ἀπʼ from ἀπό apó a primary particle; off, i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or fig ἐμοῦ I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me ⸀ οἱ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, κατηραμένοι curse καταράομαι kataráomai middle voice from G2671 (κατάρα); to execrate; by analogy, to doom curse εἰς into εἰς eis a primary preposition; to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose ( τὸ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, πῦρ trials πῦρ pŷr a primary word; fire (literally or figuratively, specially, lightning) fiery, fire τὸ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, αἰώνιον eternal αἰώνιος aiṓnios from G165 (αἰών); perpetual (also used of past time, or past and future as well) eternal, for ever, everlasting, world ( τὸ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἡτοιμασμένον make ready ἑτοιμάζω hetoimázō from G2092 (ἕτοιμος); to prepare prepare, provide, make ready τῷ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, διαβόλῳ Slanderer διάβολος diábolos from G1225 (διαβάλλω); a traducer; specially, Satan (compare H07854) false accuser, devil, slanderer καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too τοῖς the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἀγγέλοις angel ἄγγελος ángelos from (probably derived from G71 (ἄγω); compare G34 (ἀγέλη)) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an angel; by imp αὐτοῦ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive .

Then He will say to those on His left, ‘Depart from Me, you who are cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels.

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ἐπείνασα hungry πεινάω peináō from the same as G3993 (πένης) (through the idea of pinching toil; pine); to famish (absolutely or comparatively); figur γὰρ for γάρ gár a primary particle; properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other par καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too οὐκ not οὐ ou a primary word; the absolute negative (compare G3361 (μή)) adverb; no or not + long, nay, neither, never, no (X man), no ἐδώκατέ give δίδωμι dídōmi a prolonged form of a primary verb (which is used as an alternative in most of the tenses); to give (used in a very wide μοι I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me φαγεῖν eat φάγω phágō a primary verb (used as an alternate of G2068 (ἐσθίω) in certain tenses); to eat (literally or figuratively) eat, meat , ⸀ ἐδίψησα thirst for διψάω dipsáō from a variation of G1373 (δίψος); to thirst for (literally or figuratively) (be, be a-)thirst(-y) καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too οὐκ not οὐ ou a primary word; the absolute negative (compare G3361 (μή)) adverb; no or not + long, nay, neither, never, no (X man), no ἐποτίσατέ give to drink ποτίζω potízō from a derivative of the alternate of G4095 (πίνω); to furnish drink, irrigate give (make) to drink, feed, water με I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me ,

For I was hungry and you gave Me nothing to eat, I was thirsty and you gave Me nothing to drink,

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ξένος new ξένος xénos apparently a primary word; foreign (literally, alien, or figuratively, novel); by implication, a guest or (vice-versa) e ἤμην be εἰμί eimí the first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist (used only when καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too οὐ not οὐ ou a primary word; the absolute negative (compare G3361 (μή)) adverb; no or not + long, nay, neither, never, no (X man), no συνηγάγετέ gather together συνάγω synágō from G4862 (σύν) and G71 (ἄγω); to lead together, i.e. collect or convene; specially, to entertain (hospitably) + accomp με I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me , γυμνὸς naked γυμνός gymnós nude (absolute or relative, literal or figurative) naked καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too οὐ not οὐ ou a primary word; the absolute negative (compare G3361 (μή)) adverb; no or not + long, nay, neither, never, no (X man), no περιεβάλετέ cast around περιβάλλω peribállō from G4012 (περί) and G906 (βάλλω); to throw all around, i.e. invest (with a palisade or with clothing) array, cast abou με I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me , ἀσθενὴς weak ἀσθενής asthenḗs from G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and the base of G4599 (σθενόω); strengthless (in various applications, literal, fig καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ἐν in ἐν en a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (mediall φυλακῇ watching φυλακή phylakḗ from G5442 (φυλάσσω); a guarding or (concretely, guard), the act, the person; figuratively, the place, the condition, or καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too οὐκ not οὐ ou a primary word; the absolute negative (compare G3361 (μή)) adverb; no or not + long, nay, neither, never, no (X man), no ἐπεσκέψασθέ look upon ἐπισκέπτομαι episképtomai middle voice from G1909 (ἐπί) and the base of G4649 (σκοπός); to inspect, i.e. (by implication) to select; by extension, με I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me .

I was a stranger and you did not take Me in, I was naked and you did not clothe Me, I was sick and in prison and you did not look after Me.’

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τότε then τότε tóte from (the neuter of) G3588 (ὁ) and G3753 (ὅτε); the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecut ἀποκριθήσονται answer ἀποκρίνομαι apokrínomai from G575 (ἀπό) and ; to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare H06030) to begin t καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too αὐτοὶ he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive λέγοντες say λέγω légō a primary verb; properly, to lay forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; wh · Κύριε lord κύριος kýrios from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title) God, L , πότε when πότε póte from the base of G4226 (ποῦ) and G5037 (τέ); interrogative adverb, at what time + how long, when σε you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou εἴδομεν see ὁράω horáō properly, to stare at (compare G3700 (ὀπτάνομαι)), i.e. (by implication) to discern clearly (physically or mentally); by πεινῶντα hungry πεινάω peináō from the same as G3993 (πένης) (through the idea of pinching toil; pine); to famish (absolutely or comparatively); figur ἢ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, διψῶντα thirst for διψάω dipsáō from a variation of G1373 (δίψος); to thirst for (literally or figuratively) (be, be a-)thirst(-y) ἢ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ξένον new ξένος xénos apparently a primary word; foreign (literally, alien, or figuratively, novel); by implication, a guest or (vice-versa) e ἢ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, γυμνὸν naked γυμνός gymnós nude (absolute or relative, literal or figurative) naked ἢ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἀσθενῆ weak ἀσθενής asthenḗs from G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and the base of G4599 (σθενόω); strengthless (in various applications, literal, fig ἢ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἐν in ἐν en a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (mediall φυλακῇ watching φυλακή phylakḗ from G5442 (φυλάσσω); a guarding or (concretely, guard), the act, the person; figuratively, the place, the condition, or καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too οὐ not οὐ ou a primary word; the absolute negative (compare G3361 (μή)) adverb; no or not + long, nay, neither, never, no (X man), no διηκονήσαμέν wait at table διακονέω diakonéō from G1249 (διάκονος); to be an attendant, i.e. wait upon (menially or as a host, friend, or (figuratively) teacher); te σοι you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou ;

And they too will reply, ‘Lord, when did we see You hungry or thirsty or a stranger or naked or sick or in prison, and did not minister to You?’

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τότε then τότε tóte from (the neuter of) G3588 (ὁ) and G3753 (ὅτε); the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecut ἀποκριθήσεται answer ἀποκρίνομαι apokrínomai from G575 (ἀπό) and ; to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare H06030) to begin t αὐτοῖς he αὐτός autós from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of G109 (ἀήρ) through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive λέγων say λέγω légō a primary verb; properly, to lay forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; wh · Ἀμὴν verily ἀμήν amḗn of Hebrew origin (H0543); properly, firm, i.e. (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, s λέγω say λέγω légō a primary verb; properly, to lay forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; wh ὑμῖν you σύ sý the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou thou , ἐφʼ on ἐπί epí a primary preposition; properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (w ὅσον how much ὅσος hósos by reduplication from G3739 (ὅς); as (much, great, long, etc.) as all (that), as (long, many, much) (as), how great (man οὐκ not οὐ ou a primary word; the absolute negative (compare G3361 (μή)) adverb; no or not + long, nay, neither, never, no (X man), no ἐποιήσατε do ποιέω poiéō apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct) abid ἑνὶ one εἷς heîs a primary numeral; one a(-n, -ny, certain), + abundantly, man, one (another), only, other, some τούτων this οὗτος hoûtos from the article G3588 (ὁ) and G846 (αὐτός); the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated) he (it τῶν the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, ἐλαχίστων least ἐλάχιστος eláchistos superlative of (short); used as equivalent to G3398 (μικρός); least (in size, amount, dignity, etc.) least, very little , οὐδὲ not even οὐδέ oudé from G3756 (οὐ) and G1161 (δέ); not however, i.e. neither, nor, not even neither (indeed), never, no (more, nor, not), n ἐμοὶ I ἐγώ egṓ a primary pronoun of the first person I (only expressed when emphatic) I, me ἐποιήσατε do ποιέω poiéō apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct) abid .

Then the King will answer, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did not do for one of the least of these, you did not do for Me.’

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καὶ and καί kaí apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too ἀπελεύσονται come or go away from ἀπέρχομαι apérchomai from G575 (ἀπό) and G2064 (ἔρχομαι); to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), literally or f οὗτοι this οὗτος hoûtos from the article G3588 (ὁ) and G846 (αὐτός); the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated) he (it εἰς into εἰς eis a primary preposition; to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose ( κόλασιν chastisement κόλασις kólasis from G2849 (κολάζω); penal infliction punishment, torment αἰώνιον eternal αἰώνιος aiṓnios from G165 (αἰών); perpetual (also used of past time, or past and future as well) eternal, for ever, everlasting, world ( , οἱ the ὁ ho the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) the, this, that, one, he, she, δὲ and δέ dé a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc. also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in Eng δίκαιοι just δίκαιος díkaios from G1349 (δίκη); equitable (in character or act); by implication, innocent, holy (absolutely or relatively) just, meet εἰς into εἰς eis a primary preposition; to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose ( ζωὴν life ζωή zōḗ from G2198 (ζάω); life (literally or figuratively) life(-time) αἰώνιον eternal αἰώνιος aiṓnios from G165 (αἰών); perpetual (also used of past time, or past and future as well) eternal, for ever, everlasting, world ( .

And they will go away into eternal punishment, but the righteous into eternal life.”