Acts 1:25
New International Version
to take over this apostolic ministry, which Judas left to go where he belongs.”

New Living Translation
as an apostle to replace Judas in this ministry, for he has deserted us and gone where he belongs.”

English Standard Version
to take the place in this ministry and apostleship from which Judas turned aside to go to his own place.”

Berean Standard Bible
to take up this ministry and apostleship, which Judas abandoned to go to his rightful place.”

Berean Literal Bible
to take the place of this ministry and apostleship, from which Judas turned aside to go to the own place."

King James Bible
That he may take part of this ministry and apostleship, from which Judas by transgression fell, that he might go to his own place.

New King James Version
to take part in this ministry and apostleship from which Judas by transgression fell, that he might go to his own place.”

New American Standard Bible
to occupy this ministry and apostleship from which Judas turned aside to go to his own place.”

NASB 1995
to occupy this ministry and apostleship from which Judas turned aside to go to his own place.”

NASB 1977
to occupy this ministry and apostleship from which Judas turned aside to go to his own place.”

Legacy Standard Bible
to take the place of this ministry and apostleship from which Judas turned aside to go to his own place.”

Amplified Bible
to occupy this ministry and apostleship which Judas left to go to his own place [of evil].”

Christian Standard Bible
to take the place in this apostolic ministry that Judas left to go where he belongs.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
to take the place in this apostolic service that Judas left to go to his own place.”

American Standard Version
to take the place in this ministry and apostleship from which Judas fell away, that he might go to his own place.

Contemporary English Version
to be an apostle and to serve in place of Judas, who got what he deserved."

English Revised Version
to take the place in this ministry and apostleship, from which Judas fell away, that he might go to his own place.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Show us who is to take the place of Judas as an apostle, since Judas abandoned his position to go to the place where he belongs."

Good News Translation
to serve as an apostle in the place of Judas, who left to go to the place where he belongs."

International Standard Version
to serve in this office of apostle, from which Judas left to go to his own place."

Majority Standard Bible
to receive a portion in this ministry and apostleship, which Judas abandoned to go to his rightful place.”

NET Bible
to assume the task of this service and apostleship from which Judas turned aside to go to his own place."

New Heart English Bible
to take part in this ministry and office of apostle from which Judas turned away to go to his own place."

Webster's Bible Translation
That he may take part of this ministry and apostleship, from which Judas by transgression fell, that he might go to his own place.

Weymouth New Testament
to occupy the place in this ministry and Apostleship from which Judas through transgression fell, in order to go to his own place."

World English Bible
to take part in this ministry and apostleship from which Judas fell away, that he might go to his own place.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
to receive the share of this ministry and apostleship, from which Judas, by transgression, fell, to go on to his proper place”;

Berean Literal Bible
to take the place of this ministry and apostleship, from which Judas turned aside to go to the own place."

Young's Literal Translation
to receive the share of this ministration and apostleship, from which Judas, by transgression, did fall, to go on to his proper place;'

Smith's Literal Translation
To take the lot of this service and sending forth, from which Judas passed by, to go to his own place.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
To take the place of this ministry and apostleship, from which Judas hath by transgression fallen, that he might go to his own place.

Catholic Public Domain Version
to take a place in this ministry and apostleship, from which Judas prevaricated, so that he might go to his own place.”

New American Bible
to take the place in this apostolic ministry from which Judas turned away to go to his own place.”

New Revised Standard Version
to take the place in this ministry and apostleship from which Judas turned aside to go to his own place.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
That he may receive the lot to the ministry and apostleship, from which Judas has been relieved to go his own way.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
“That he would receive a part of the ministry and Apostleship from which Yehuda withdrew, that he should go to his place.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
that he may be appointed to this ministry and apostleship, from which Judas by transgression fell, that he might go to his own place.

Godbey New Testament
to receive the place of this ministry and apostleship from which Judas departed to go into his own place.

Haweis New Testament
to take a part in this ministry and apostleship, from which Judas by transgression fell, to go to his own place.

Mace New Testament
that he may be admitted to this apostolick ministry which Judas abandoned, to go to his own place."

Weymouth New Testament
to occupy the place in this ministry and Apostleship from which Judas through transgression fell, in order to go to his own place."

Worrell New Testament
to take the place of this ministry and apostleship, from which Judas fell away, that he might go to his own place."

Worsley New Testament
to take part of this ministry and apostleship, from which Judas is fallen by his transgression, that he might go to his own place.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Matthias Replaces Judas
24And they prayed, “Lord, You know everyone’s heart. Show us which of these two You have chosen 25to take up this ministry and apostleship, which Judas abandoned to go to his rightful place.” 26Then they cast lots, and the lot fell to Matthias; so he was added to the eleven apostles.…

Cross References
Psalm 109:8
May his days be few; may another take his position.

Matthew 27:3-5
When Judas, who had betrayed Him, saw that Jesus was condemned, he was filled with remorse and returned the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and elders. / “I have sinned by betraying innocent blood,” he said. “What is that to us?” they replied. “You bear the responsibility.” / So Judas threw the silver into the temple and left. Then he went away and hanged himself.

John 17:12
While I was with them, I protected and preserved them by Your name, the name You gave Me. Not one of them has been lost, except the son of destruction, so that the Scripture would be fulfilled.

John 6:70-71
Jesus answered them, “Have I not chosen you, the Twelve? Yet one of you is a devil!” / He was speaking about Judas, the son of Simon Iscariot. For although Judas was one of the Twelve, he was later to betray Jesus.

Matthew 19:28
Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, in the renewal of all things, when the Son of Man sits on His glorious throne, you who have followed Me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Luke 22:3-4
Then Satan entered Judas Iscariot, who was one of the Twelve. / And Judas went to discuss with the chief priests and temple officers how he might betray Jesus to them.

Mark 14:21
The Son of Man will go just as it is written about Him, but woe to that man by whom He is betrayed! It would be better for him if he had not been born.”

John 13:18
I am not speaking about all of you; I know whom I have chosen. But this is to fulfill the Scripture: ‘The one who shares My bread has lifted up his heel against Me.’

Matthew 10:4
Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Jesus.

Luke 6:16
Judas son of James, and Judas Iscariot, who became a traitor.

1 Corinthians 9:2
Even if I am not an apostle to others, surely I am to you. For you are the seal of my apostleship in the Lord.

1 Timothy 1:20
Among them are Hymenaeus and Alexander, whom I have handed over to Satan to be taught not to blaspheme.

2 Peter 2:15
They have left the straight way and wandered off to follow the way of Balaam son of Beor, who loved the wages of wickedness.

Revelation 2:5
Therefore, keep in mind how far you have fallen. Repent and perform the deeds you did at first. But if you do not repent, I will come to you and remove your lampstand from its place.

Psalm 69:25
May their place be deserted; let there be no one to dwell in their tents.


Treasury of Scripture

That he may take part of this ministry and apostleship, from which Judas by transgression fell, that he might go to his own place.

he may.

Acts 1:17,20
For he was numbered with us, and had obtained part of this ministry…

from.

Acts 1:16-21
Men and brethren, this scripture must needs have been fulfilled, which the Holy Ghost by the mouth of David spake before concerning Judas, which was guide to them that took Jesus…

Psalm 109:7
When he shall be judged, let him be condemned: and let his prayer become sin.

Matthew 27:3-5
Then Judas, which had betrayed him, when he saw that he was condemned, repented himself, and brought again the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and elders, …

by.

1 Chronicles 10:13,14
So Saul died for his transgression which he committed against the LORD, even against the word of the LORD, which he kept not, and also for asking counsel of one that had a familiar spirit, to inquire of it; …

2 Peter 2:3-6
And through covetousness shall they with feigned words make merchandise of you: whose judgment now of a long time lingereth not, and their damnation slumbereth not…

Jude 1:6,7
And the angels which kept not their first estate, but left their own habitation, he hath reserved in everlasting chains under darkness unto the judgment of the great day…

go.

Matthew 25:41,46
Then shall he say also unto them on the left hand, Depart from me, ye cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his angels: …

Matthew 26:24
The Son of man goeth as it is written of him: but woe unto that man by whom the Son of man is betrayed! it had been good for that man if he had not been born.

John 6:70,71
Jesus answered them, Have not I chosen you twelve, and one of you is a devil? …

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Acts 1
1. Christ, preparing his apostles to the beholding of his ascension, .
4. gathers them together unto the Mount of Olives,
6. commands them to expect in Jerusalem the sending down of the Holy Spirit,
9. and ascends into heaven in their sight
10. After his ascension they are warned by two angels to depart, and to set their minds upon his second coming.
12. They accordingly return, and, giving themselves to prayer,
23. choose Matthias apostle in the place of Judas.














to assume
The phrase "to assume" in this context implies taking on a role or responsibility. The Greek word used here is "λαβεῖν" (labein), which means to take or receive. This indicates a deliberate and conscious acceptance of a duty. In the early church, the apostleship was not just a title but a calling that required dedication and commitment to spreading the Gospel. The use of "to assume" underscores the gravity and honor of stepping into a divinely appointed role.

this ministry
The term "ministry" comes from the Greek word "διακονία" (diakonia), which means service or attendance. This highlights the servant nature of the apostolic role. The apostles were not just leaders but servants of Christ and His church. Their primary function was to serve the spiritual needs of the community, emphasizing humility and dedication to God's work.

and apostleship
"Apostleship" refers to the office and mission of an apostle. The Greek word "ἀποστολή" (apostolē) signifies a sending forth with a commission. The apostles were sent by Jesus to be His witnesses to the ends of the earth (Acts 1:8). This role was foundational for the establishment of the church, and it carried the authority of Christ Himself. The apostles were entrusted with the Gospel message and the task of laying the church's doctrinal and spiritual foundations.

which Judas abandoned
The phrase "which Judas abandoned" speaks to the tragic decision of Judas Iscariot. The Greek word "παρέβη" (parebē) means to transgress or desert. Judas's abandonment was not just a physical departure but a spiritual and moral failure. He forsook his calling and the fellowship of the apostles, leading to his betrayal of Jesus. This serves as a solemn reminder of the consequences of turning away from one's divine calling.

to go to his rightful place
The phrase "to go to his rightful place" is a sobering conclusion to Judas's story. The Greek word "τόπος" (topos) means place or position. This implies a destination that is fitting or appropriate based on one's actions. In Judas's case, it suggests a place of judgment or consequence. This serves as a warning about the eternal implications of our choices and the importance of faithfulness to God's calling.

(25) That he may take part of this ministry.--Better, the portion, or the lot, so as to give the word (cleros, as in Acts 1:17) the same prominence in English as it has in the Greek.

From which Judas by transgression fell.--The last three words are as a paraphrase of the one Greek verb. Better, fell away.

That he might go to his own place.--Literally, as the verb is in the infinitive, to go to his own place. The construction is not free from ambiguity, and some interpreters have referred the words to the disciple about to be chosen, "to go to his own place" in the company of the Twelve. If we connect them, as seems most natural, with Judas, we find in them the kind of reserve natural in one that could neither bring himself to cherish hope nor venture to pronounce the condemnation which belonged to the Searcher of hearts. All that had been revealed to him was, that "it had been good for that man if he had not been born" (Mark 14:21).

Verse 25. - To take the place in this for that he matt take part of this, A.V. and T.R.; fell away for by transgression fell, A.V. (παρέβη). The use of παραβαίνω in an intransitive sense for "to transgress, fall away from, turn aside from; and the like, is frequent in the LXX. (Exodus 32:8; Deuteronomy 17:20, etc.). To his own place. An awful phrase, showing that every man has the place in eternity which he has made for himself in time. If the reading place, in the beginning of the verse, is adopted instead of the part (κλῆρον) of the A.V., then them is a contrast between the blessed place of apostleship, which Judas forfeited, and that of traitorship, which he acquired.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
to assume
λαβεῖν (labein)
Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active
Strong's 2983: (a) I receive, get, (b) I take, lay hold of.

this
ταύτης (tautēs)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3778: This; he, she, it.

ministry
διακονίας (diakonias)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 1248: Waiting at table; in a wider sense: service, ministration. From diakonos; attendance; figuratively aid, service.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

apostleship,
ἀποστολῆς (apostolēs)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 651: Commission, duty of apostle, apostleship. From apostello; commission, i.e. apostolate.

which
ἧς (hēs)
Personal / Relative Pronoun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3739: Who, which, what, that.

Judas
Ἰούδας (Ioudas)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2455: Of Hebrew origin; Judas, the name of ten Israelites; also of the posterity of one of them and its region.

abandoned
παρέβη (parebē)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 3845: To transgress, violate, depart, desert. From para and the base of basis; to go contrary to, i.e. Violate a command.

to go
πορευθῆναι (poreuthēnai)
Verb - Aorist Infinitive Passive
Strong's 4198: To travel, journey, go, die.

to
εἰς (eis)
Preposition
Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.

his
τὸν (ton)
Article - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

[rightful]
ἴδιον (idion)
Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2398: Pertaining to self, i.e. One's own; by implication, private or separate.

place.”
τόπον (topon)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5117: Apparently a primary word; a spot, i.e. Location; figuratively, condition, opportunity; specially, a scabbard.


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