Matthew 11:26 akjv — Even so, Father: for so it seemed good in your sight.

American King James Version

"Even so, Father: for so it seemed good in your sight. "

— Matthew 11:26, American King James Version

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Matthew 11 — Context

23

And you, Capernaum, which are exalted to heaven, shall be brought down to hell: for if the mighty works, which have been done in you, had been done in Sodom, it would have remained until this day.

24

But I say to you, That it shall be more tolerable for the land of Sodom in the day of judgment, than for you. ¶

25

At that time Jesus answered and said, I thank you, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hid these things from the wise and prudent, and have revealed them to babes.

26

Even so, Father: for so it seemed good in your sight.

27

All things are delivered to me of my Father: and no man knows the Son, but the Father; neither knows any man the Father, save the Son, and he to whomsoever the Son will reveal him. ¶

28

Come to me, all you that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

29

Take my yoke on you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and you shall find rest to your souls.

Matthew 11:26 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Matthew 11:26 say?
Matthew 11:26 in the American King James Version reads: “Even so, Father: for so it seemed good in your sight. ”
Where is Matthew 11:26 in the Bible?
Matthew 11:26 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Matthew, chapter 11, verse 26.
Who wrote Matthew?
Matthew is traditionally attributed to Matthew (Levi), tax-collector turned apostle. It was written c. AD 50–70.
What is the book of Matthew about?
Matthew presents Jesus as the long-awaited Jewish Messiah — son of David, son of Abraham, fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets. Structured around five great teaching blocks including the Sermon on the Mount, it ends with the risen King commissioning his disciples to make disciples of all nations.
What are the major themes of Matthew?
Matthew explores themes including Kingdom of Heaven, Messiah, Fulfillment, Discipleship, Great Commission. These themes shape the meaning and context of Matthew 11:26.
What translation should I read Matthew 11:26 in?
Matthew 11:26 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Matthew 11:26?
Matthew 11:26 reads (AKJV): “Even so, Father: for so it seemed good in your sight. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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