Matthew 11:1
New International Version
After Jesus had finished instructing his twelve disciples, he went on from there to teach and preach in the towns of Galilee.

New Living Translation
When Jesus had finished giving these instructions to his twelve disciples, he went out to teach and preach in towns throughout the region.

English Standard Version
When Jesus had finished instructing his twelve disciples, he went on from there to teach and preach in their cities.

Berean Standard Bible
After Jesus had finished instructing His twelve disciples, He went on from there to teach and preach in their cities.

Berean Literal Bible
And it came to pass when Jesus had finished commanding His twelve disciples, He departed from there to teach and to preach in their cities.

King James Bible
And it came to pass, when Jesus had made an end of commanding his twelve disciples, he departed thence to teach and to preach in their cities.

New King James Version
Now it came to pass, when Jesus finished commanding His twelve disciples, that He departed from there to teach and to preach in their cities.

New American Standard Bible
When Jesus had finished giving instructions to His twelve disciples, He went on from there to teach and preach in their cities.

NASB 1995
When Jesus had finished giving instructions to His twelve disciples, He departed from there to teach and preach in their cities.

NASB 1977
And it came about that when Jesus had finished giving instructions to His twelve disciples, He departed from there to teach and preach in their cities.

Legacy Standard Bible
Now it happened that when Jesus had finished giving instructions to His twelve disciples, He departed from there to teach and preach in their cities.

Amplified Bible
When Jesus had finished giving instructions to His twelve disciples, He went on from there to teach and to preach in their [Galilean] cities.

Christian Standard Bible
When Jesus had finished giving instructions to his twelve disciples, he moved on from there to teach and preach in their towns.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
When Jesus had finished giving orders to His 12 disciples, He moved on from there to teach and preach in their towns.

American Standard Version
And it came to pass when Jesus had finished commanding his twelve disciples, he departed thence to teach and preach in their cities.

Contemporary English Version
After Jesus had finished instructing his twelve disciples, he left and began teaching and preaching in the towns.

English Revised Version
And it came to pass, when Jesus had made an end of commanding his twelve disciples, he departed thence to teach and preach in their cities.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
After Jesus finished giving his twelve disciples these instructions, he moved on from there to teach his message in their cities.

Good News Translation
When Jesus finished giving these instructions to his twelve disciples, he left that place and went off to teach and preach in the towns near there.

International Standard Version
When Jesus had finished instructing his twelve disciples, he left there to teach and preach in their home towns.

Majority Standard Bible
After Jesus had finished instructing His twelve disciples, He went on from there to teach and preach in their cities.

NET Bible
When Jesus had finished instructing his twelve disciples, he went on from there to teach and preach in their towns.

New Heart English Bible
And it happened that when Jesus had finished directing his twelve disciples, he departed from there to teach and proclaim in their cities.

Webster's Bible Translation
And it came to pass when Jesus had made an end of commanding his twelve disciples, he departed thence to teach and to preach in their cities.

Weymouth New Testament
When Jesus had concluded His instructions to His twelve disciples, He left in order to teach and to proclaim His Message in the neighbouring towns.

World English Bible
When Jesus had finished directing his twelve disciples, he departed from there to teach and preach in their cities.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And it came to pass, when Jesus finished directing His twelve disciples, He departed from there to teach and to preach in their cities.

Berean Literal Bible
And it came to pass when Jesus had finished commanding His twelve disciples, He departed from there to teach and to preach in their cities.

Young's Literal Translation
And it came to pass, when Jesus ended directing his twelve disciples, he departed thence to teach and to preach in their cities.

Smith's Literal Translation
And it was when Jesus finished ordering his twelve disciples, he went away from thence to teach and proclaim in all their cities.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
AND it came to pass, when Jesus had made an end of commanding his twelve disciples, he passed from thence, to teach and preach in their cities.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And it happened that, when Jesus had completed instructing his twelve disciples, he went away from there in order to teach and to preach in their cities.

New American Bible
When Jesus finished giving these commands to his twelve disciples, he went away from that place to teach and to preach in their towns.

New Revised Standard Version
Now when Jesus had finished instructing his twelve disciples, he went on from there to teach and proclaim his message in their cities.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
WHEN Jesus had finished commanding his twelve disciples, he departed from that place to teach and to preach in their cities.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
So it was that when Yeshua had finished charging his twelve disciples he moved from there to teach and to preach in their cities.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And it came to pass, when Jesus had made an end of commanding his twelve disciples, he departed thence to teach and to preach in their cities.

Godbey New Testament
And it came to pass, when Jesus finished teaching His twelve disciples, He departed thence to teach and to preach in their cities.

Haweis New Testament
AND it came to pass, when Jesus had finished his injunctions to his twelve disciples, he departed thence to teach and preach in their cities.

Mace New Testament
When Jesus had made an end of giving his twelve disciples their instructions, he departed thence to go and preach to the Jews in their cities:

Weymouth New Testament
When Jesus had concluded His instructions to His twelve disciples, He left in order to teach and to proclaim His Message in the neighbouring towns.

Worrell New Testament
And it came to pass that, when Jesus finished commanding His twelve disciples, He departed thence to teach and preach in their cities.

Worsley New Testament
And when Jesus had made an end of giving orders to his twelve disciples, He departed from thence to teach and preach in their cities.

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Context
John's Inquiry
1After Jesus had finished instructing His twelve disciples, He went on from there to teach and preach in their cities. 2Meanwhile John heard in prison about the works of Christ, and he sent his disciples…

Cross References
Matthew 4:23
Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness among the people.

Matthew 9:35
Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness.

Luke 9:6
So they set out and went from village to village, preaching the gospel and healing people everywhere.

Mark 6:6
And He was amazed at their unbelief. And He went around from village to village, teaching the people.

Luke 8:1
Soon afterward, Jesus traveled from one town and village to another, preaching and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God. The Twelve were with Him,

Luke 4:43
But Jesus told them, “I must preach the good news of the kingdom of God to the other towns as well, because that is why I was sent.”

Mark 1:38-39
But Jesus answered, “Let us go on to the neighboring towns so I can preach there as well, for that is why I have come.” / So He went throughout Galilee, preaching in their synagogues and driving out demons.

John 4:34
Jesus explained, “My food is to do the will of Him who sent Me and to finish His work.

John 9:4
While it is daytime, we must do the works of Him who sent Me. Night is coming, when no one can work.

Acts 10:38
how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power, and how Jesus went around doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, because God was with Him.

Isaiah 61:1
The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners,

Isaiah 42:1
“Here is My Servant, whom I uphold, My Chosen One, in whom My soul delights. I will put My Spirit on Him, and He will bring justice to the nations.

Isaiah 35:4-6
Say to those with anxious hearts: “Be strong, do not fear! Behold, your God will come with vengeance. With divine retribution He will come to save you.” / Then the eyes of the blind will be opened and the ears of the deaf unstopped. / Then the lame will leap like a deer and the mute tongue will shout for joy. For waters will gush forth in the wilderness, and streams in the desert.

Isaiah 29:18-19
On that day the deaf will hear the words of the scroll, and out of the deep darkness the eyes of the blind will see. / The humble will increase their joy in the LORD, and the poor among men will rejoice in the Holy One of Israel.

Isaiah 61:2-3
to proclaim the year of the LORD’s favor and the day of our God’s vengeance, to comfort all who mourn, / to console the mourners in Zion—to give them a crown of beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, and a garment of praise for a spirit of despair. So they will be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified.


Treasury of Scripture

And it came to pass, when Jesus had made an end of commanding his twelve disciples, he departed there to teach and to preach in their cities.

commanding.

Matthew 28:20
Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.

John 15:10,14
If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love; even as I have kept my Father's commandments, and abide in his love…

Acts 1:2
Until the day in which he was taken up, after that he through the Holy Ghost had given commandments unto the apostles whom he had chosen:

he departed.

Matthew 4:23
And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all manner of sickness and all manner of disease among the people.

Matthew 9:35
And Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people.

Isaiah 61:1-3
The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound; …

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Matthew 11
1. John sends his disciples to Jesus.
7. Jesus' testimony concerning John.
16. The perverse judgment of the people concerning the Son.
20. Jesus upbraids Korazin, Bethsaida, and Capernaum;
25. and praising his Father's wisdom in revealing the Gospel to the simple,
28. he calls to him those who are weary and burdened.














After Jesus had finished instructing
This phrase marks a transition in the Gospel narrative, indicating the completion of a significant teaching moment. The Greek word for "instructing" is "διατάσσω" (diatassō), which implies a formal and authoritative command. Jesus, as the divine teacher, imparts wisdom and guidance to His disciples, preparing them for their mission. This moment reflects the rabbinic tradition where a teacher would thoroughly equip his students before sending them out. It underscores the importance of preparation and the transmission of divine truth.

His twelve disciples
The number twelve is significant, symbolizing the twelve tribes of Israel and indicating the foundation of a new covenant community. The disciples are not just followers but are being groomed as apostles, those sent with a mission. This reflects the continuity and fulfillment of God's promises to Israel, now being extended through Jesus' ministry. The choice of twelve also emphasizes the completeness and divine order in Jesus' plan for His kingdom.

He went on from there
This phrase suggests movement and progression in Jesus' ministry. The Greek "μεταβαίνω" (metabainō) implies a purposeful transition. Jesus is not static; His mission is dynamic, reaching out to various regions. This movement signifies the spreading of the Gospel beyond a single location, illustrating the expansive nature of Jesus' mission. It serves as a reminder that the message of Christ is not confined but is meant to reach all corners of the earth.

to teach and preach
The dual actions of teaching ("διδάσκω" - didaskō) and preaching ("κηρύσσω" - kēryssō) highlight the comprehensive nature of Jesus' ministry. Teaching involves explaining and interpreting the Scriptures, providing understanding and insight. Preaching, on the other hand, is the proclamation of the Kingdom of God, calling for repentance and faith. Together, they represent the full scope of Jesus' work: educating the mind and transforming the heart. This dual approach is a model for Christian ministry, emphasizing both instruction and proclamation.

in the towns of Galilee
Galilee, a region known for its diversity and mixed population, serves as the backdrop for much of Jesus' ministry. It was a place of both Jewish and Gentile presence, symbolizing the universal reach of the Gospel. Historically, Galilee was often looked down upon by the Judean elite, yet it becomes the fertile ground for Jesus' message. This choice of location underscores the theme of God's grace reaching the marginalized and overlooked. It is a powerful reminder that the Gospel is for all people, regardless of social or ethnic background.

XI.

(1) He departed thence--i.e., from the place from which He had sent forth the Twelve. Where this was St. Matthew does not tell us, but Matthew 9:36 makes it probable that it was not in Capernaum nor any other city, but from some spot in the open country where He had rested with them. Their return is narrated, or at least implied, in Matthew 11:25, and hence we must infer that the messengers of the Baptist arrived while He was carrying on His work without them. Their cities might seem grammatically to point to the towns where the Twelve had been, or to which they belonged; but it is probable that it was used here vaguely for the cities of Galilee in general.

Verse 1. - Matthew only. And it came to pass, when Jesus had made an end. The same formula recurs in Matthew 7:28; Matthew 13:53; Matthew 19:1; Matthew 26:1. In all five cases it marks the end of important speeches.

(1) The sermon on the mount (Matthew 5-7:27);

(2) the charge to the disciples (Matthew 10:5-42);

(3) the parables (Matthew 13:1-52); . . .

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
After
Καὶ (Kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

Jesus
Ἰησοῦς (Iēsous)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.

had finished
ἐτέλεσεν (etelesen)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 5055: (a) I end, finish, (b) I fulfill, accomplish, (c) I pay. From telos; to end, i.e. Complete, execute, conclude, discharge.

instructing
διατάσσων (diatassōn)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 1299: To give orders to, prescribe, arrange. From dia and tasso; to arrange thoroughly, i.e. institute, prescribe, etc.

His
αὐτοῦ (autou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

twelve
δώδεκα (dōdeka)
Adjective - Dative Masculine Plural
Strong's 1427: Twelve; the usual way in which the Twelve apostles of Jesus are referred to. From duo and deka; two and ten, i.e. A dozen.

disciples,
μαθηταῖς (mathētais)
Noun - Dative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3101: A learner, disciple, pupil. From manthano; a learner, i.e. Pupil.

He went on
μετέβη (metebē)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 3327: To change my place (abode), leave, depart, remove, pass over. From meta and the base of basis; to change place.

from there
ἐκεῖθεν (ekeithen)
Adverb
Strong's 1564: Thence, from that place. From ekei; thence.

to teach
διδάσκειν (didaskein)
Verb - Present Infinitive Active
Strong's 1321: To teach, direct, admonish. A prolonged form of a primary verb dao; to teach.

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

preach
κηρύσσειν (kēryssein)
Verb - Present Infinitive Active
Strong's 2784: To proclaim, herald, preach. Of uncertain affinity; to herald, especially divine truth.

in
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

[the nearby]
αὐτῶν (autōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

towns.
πόλεσιν (polesin)
Noun - Dative Feminine Plural
Strong's 4172: A city, the inhabitants of a city. Probably from the same as polemos, or perhaps from polus; a town.


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