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Matthew 3:2 web — "Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand!"

World English Bible

""Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand!""

— Matthew 3:2, World English Bible

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Matthew 3 — Context

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In those days, John the Baptizer came, preaching in the wilderness of Judea, saying,

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"Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand!"

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For this is he who was spoken of by Isaiah the prophet, saying, "The voice of one crying in the wilderness, make ready the way of the Lord. Make his paths straight."

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Now John himself wore clothing made of camel's hair, with a leather belt around his waist. His food was locusts and wild honey.

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Then people from Jerusalem, all of Judea, and all the region around the Jordan went out to him.

Matthew 3:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Matthew 3:2 say?
Matthew 3:2 in the World English Bible reads: “"Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand!"”
Where is Matthew 3:2 in the Bible?
Matthew 3:2 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Matthew, chapter 3, verse 2.
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 3:2.
What translation should I read Matthew 3:2 in?
Matthew 3:2 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 3:2?
Matthew 3:2 reads (WEB): “"Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand!"” 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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