Matthew 23:2

Matthew 23:1 kjva — Then spake Jesus to the multitude, and to his disciples,

King James Version with Apocrypha

"Then spake Jesus to the multitude, and to his disciples,"

— Matthew 23:1, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Matthew 23:1 in Other Translations

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KJV
“Then spake Jesus to the multitude, and to his disciples,”
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ASV
“Then spake Jesus to the multitudes and to his disciples, ”
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WEB
“Then Jesus spoke to the multitudes and to his disciples,”
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NET
“Seven Woes Then Jesus said to the crowds and to his disciples,”
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DRB
“Then Jesus spoke to the multitudes and to his disciples,”
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BBE
“Then Jesus said to the people and to his disciples:”
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Matthew 23 — Context

Then spake Jesus to the multitude, and to his disciples,

Saying, The scribes and the Pharisees sit in Moses’ seat:

All therefore whatsoever they bid you observe, that observe and do; but do not ye after their works: for they say, and do not.

For they bind heavy burdens and grievous to be borne, and lay them on men’s shoulders; but they themselves will not move them with one of their fingers.

Matthew 23:1 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Matthew 23:1 say?

Matthew 23:1 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “Then spake Jesus to the multitude, and to his disciples,”

Where is Matthew 23:1 in the Bible?

Matthew 23:1 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Matthew, chapter 23, verse 1.

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 23:1.

What translation should I read Matthew 23:1 in?

Matthew 23:1 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 23:1?

Matthew 23:1 reads (KJVA): “Then spake Jesus to the multitude, and to his disciples,” 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.

Matthew 23:1 kjva — Then spake Jesus to the multitude, and to his disciples,

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