Matthew 23:1

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

يَسُوعُ يَنتَقِدُ رِجالَ الدّين ثُمَّ تَكَلَّمَ يَسُوعُ إلَى جُمُوعِ النّاسِ وَإلَى تَلامِيذِهِ

What Does This Mean?

In Matthew 23:1, Jesus begins to speak directly to the people and his disciples. He is about to share important teachings.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're at a big playground with all your friends and teachers. Now, the teacher stands up and starts talking to everyone together. That's what Jesus did here – he talked to both the crowd and his special students.

Historical Background

The Gospel of Matthew was written by an anonymous author, traditionally identified as the apostle Matthew, around 80-90 AD. This verse is part of a longer discourse where Jesus addresses the people about the hypocrisy of the religious leaders in their time.

Living It Out Today

In modern terms, this could be like a teacher addressing both parents and students at a school assembly to share important messages that apply to everyone present.

Topics

• teaching
• hypocrisy
• discipleship
• leadership
• community

Related Verses

• Luke 20:1
• Mark 12:37
• John 6:59
• Matthew 5:1
• Exodus 18:19

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Jesus speak to both the multitude and his disciples?

Jesus addressed both groups together because he wanted his message about hypocrisy among leaders to reach a wide audience, including those who follow him closely.

What's the main point of Matthew 23:1 in its context?

The main point is that Jesus begins a discourse where he will critique the religious leadership and instruct on how one should truly live as a follower of God.

How can we understand the message of this verse today?

Today, we can apply this by being aware of hypocrisy in any form of leadership and striving to practice what we preach in our daily lives.

What are some practical steps for studying Matthew 23:1?

To study Matthew 23:1 effectively, read the surrounding verses, consider historical context, look at cross-references, and reflect on how Jesus' message applies today.