Matthew 26:13

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أَلحَقَّ أَقُولُ لَكُمْ: إِنَّهُ حَيْثُمَا كُرِزِ بِهذا الإِنْجِيلِ فِي العَالَمِ كُلِّهِ يُخبَرُ بِما صَنَعَتْهُ هَذِه تَذكَارًا لَهَا".

What Does This Mean?

Jesus is speaking and saying that the good deeds this woman did will always be remembered whenever people share the gospel around the world. The key message here is about remembering acts of kindness in the context of spreading the Christian faith.

Explained for Children

Imagine you do something really nice for someone, like sharing your favorite toy without being asked. Jesus says that if you do a good thing like that, it will be remembered every time people tell others about Jesus's message all over the world.

Historical Background

Matthew wrote this verse as part of his Gospel sometime in the first century AD, likely for Jewish Christians transitioning to early Christianity. The cultural setting is one where acts of worship and sacrifice were highly valued within the context of the temple and religious practices.

Living It Out Today

Today, if you do something kind or generous, like volunteering at a shelter, think about how your actions could inspire others to tell stories that encourage more kindness wherever they go. This can be a powerful way to spread positive messages just as Jesus suggested here.

Topics

• memorial
• gospel
• good deeds
• faith
• remembrance
• generosity

Related Verses

• Mark 14:9
• Luke 7:38-50
• John 12:3-8
• Psalm 106:4-5
• Isaiah 62:6-7

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the woman mentioned in Matthew 26:13?

The woman referred to here is likely Mary, who anointed Jesus with expensive perfume. This act was seen as a demonstration of her devotion and love for Jesus.

Why did Jesus say this woman's deed would be remembered?

Jesus highlighted the significance of her generous act because it showed deep faith and love, which He wanted to be an example of how people can show their devotion through acts of kindness.

How does this relate to spreading the gospel today?

Today, when we tell others about Jesus, including stories like this one helps inspire others to do good deeds and spread love, mirroring the woman's act.

What can we learn from Matthew 26:13 about remembrance?

We learn that acts of kindness and faithfulness are remembered and passed down, not only in our own communities but also globally as part of sharing the gospel message.