Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” New Living Translation For where two or three gather together as my followers, I am there among them.” English Standard Version For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.” Berean Standard Bible For where two or three gather together in My name, there am I with them.” Berean Literal Bible For where two or three are gathered together unto My name, there am I in their midst." King James Bible For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them. New King James Version For where two or three are gathered together in My name, I am there in the midst of them.” New American Standard Bible For where two or three have gathered together in My name, I am there in their midst.” NASB 1995 “For where two or three have gathered together in My name, I am there in their midst.” NASB 1977 “For where two or three have gathered together in My name, there I am in their midst.” Legacy Standard Bible For where two or three have gathered together in My name, I am there in their midst.” Amplified Bible For where two or three are gathered in My name [meeting together as My followers], I am there among them.” Christian Standard Bible For where two or three are gathered together in my name, I am there among them.” Holman Christian Standard Bible For where two or three are gathered together in My name, I am there among them.” American Standard Version For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them. Contemporary English Version Whenever two or three of you come together in my name, I am there with you. English Revised Version For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them. GOD'S WORD® Translation Where two or three have come together in my name, I am there among them." Good News Translation For where two or three come together in my name, I am there with them." International Standard Version because where two or three have come together in my name, I am there among them." Majority Standard Bible For where two or three gather together in My name, there am I with them.? NET Bible For where two or three are assembled in my name, I am there among them." New Heart English Bible For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there I am in the midst of them." Webster's Bible Translation For where two or three are assembled in my name, there am I in the midst of them. Weymouth New Testament For where there are two or three assembled in my name, there am I in the midst of them." World English Bible For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there I am in the middle of them.” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionfor where there are two or three gathered together—to My Name, there am I in the midst of them.” Berean Literal Bible For where two or three are gathered together unto My name, there am I in their midst." Young's Literal Translation for where there are two or three gathered together -- to my name, there am I in the midst of them.' Smith's Literal Translation For where two or three are assembled in my name, there am I in the midst of them. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor where there are two or three gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them. Catholic Public Domain Version For wherever two or three are gathered in my name, there am I, in their midst.” New American Bible For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” New Revised Standard Version For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor wherever two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them. Aramaic Bible in Plain English For where two or three are assembled in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentFor where there are two or three that have come together for my sake, there I am in the midst of them. Godbey New Testament Haweis New Testament For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them. Mace New Testament for where two or three are assembled in my name, there am I in the midst of them. Weymouth New Testament For where there are two or three assembled in my name, there am I in the midst of them." Worrell New Testament Worsley New Testament Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context A Brother who Sins…19Again, I tell you truly that if two of you on the earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by My Father in heaven. 20For where two or three gather together in My name, there am I with them. ” 21Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother who sins against me? Up to seven times?”… Cross References John 14:13-14 And I will do whatever you ask in My name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. / If you ask Me for anything in My name, I will do it. John 17:20-23 I am not asking on behalf of them alone, but also on behalf of those who will believe in Me through their message, / that all of them may be one, as You, Father, are in Me, and I am in You. May they also be in Us, so that the world may believe that You sent Me. / I have given them the glory You gave Me, so that they may be one as We are one— ... 1 Corinthians 5:4 When you are assembled in the name of our Lord Jesus and I am with you in spirit, along with the power of the Lord Jesus, 1 Corinthians 14:25 and the secrets of his heart will be made known. So he will fall facedown and worship God, proclaiming, “God is truly among you!” Acts 4:31 After they had prayed, their meeting place was shaken, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke the word of God boldly. Hebrews 10:24-25 And let us consider how to spur one another on to love and good deeds. / Let us not neglect meeting together, as some have made a habit, but let us encourage one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching. 1 John 1:3 We proclaim to you what we have seen and heard, so that you also may have fellowship with us. And this fellowship of ours is with the Father and with His Son, Jesus Christ. Revelation 1:13 and among the lampstands was One like the Son of Man, dressed in a long robe, with a golden sash around His chest. 1 Corinthians 3:16 Do you not know that you yourselves are God’s temple, and that God’s Spirit dwells in you? Ephesians 2:19-22 Therefore you are no longer strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints and members of God’s household, / built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus Himself as the cornerstone. / In Him the whole building is fitted together and grows into a holy temple in the Lord. ... Zephaniah 3:17 The LORD your God is among you; He is mighty to save. He will rejoice over you with gladness; He will quiet you with His love; He will rejoice over you with singing.” Psalm 133:1 A song of ascents. Of David. Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in harmony! Exodus 20:24 You are to make for Me an altar of earth, and sacrifice on it your burnt offerings and peace offerings, your sheep and goats and cattle. In every place where I cause My name to be remembered, I will come to you and bless you. 2 Chronicles 5:13-14 The trumpeters and singers joined together to praise and thank the LORD with one voice. They lifted up their voices, accompanied by trumpets, cymbals, and musical instruments, in praise to the LORD: “For He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.” And the temple, the house of the LORD, was filled with a cloud / so that the priests could not stand there to minister because of the cloud. For the glory of the LORD filled the house of God. Isaiah 12:6 Cry out and sing, O citizen of Zion, for great among you is the Holy One of Israel.” Treasury of Scripture For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the middle of them. two. Genesis 49:10 The sceptre shall not depart from Judah, nor a lawgiver from between his feet, until Shiloh come; and unto him shall the gathering of the people be. John 20:19,26 Then the same day at evening, being the first day of the week, when the doors were shut where the disciples were assembled for fear of the Jews, came Jesus and stood in the midst, and saith unto them, Peace be unto you… 1 Corinthians 5:4 In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, when ye are gathered together, and my spirit, with the power of our Lord Jesus Christ, there. 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. Exodus 20:24 An altar of earth thou shalt make unto me, and shalt sacrifice thereon thy burnt offerings, and thy peace offerings, thy sheep, and thine oxen: in all places where I record my name I will come unto thee, and I will bless thee. Zechariah 2:5 For I, saith the LORD, will be unto her a wall of fire round about, and will be the glory in the midst of her. Jump to Previous Assembled Gathered Midst Three TogetherJump to Next Assembled Gathered Midst Three TogetherMatthew 18 1. Jesus warns his disciples to be humble and harmless,7. to avoid offenses, 10. and not to despise the little ones; 15. teaches how we are to deal with our brothers when they offend us, 21. and how often to forgive them; 23. which he sets forth by a parable of the king who took account of his servants, 32. and punished him who showed no mercy to his fellow servant. For where two or three gather together in My name, This phrase emphasizes the importance of community and fellowship among believers. In the Jewish tradition, a minimum of ten men, known as a minyan, was required for certain religious activities. Jesus, however, highlights that even a small gathering of believers is significant. The phrase "in My name" indicates that the gathering is centered around Jesus and His teachings, reflecting a unity of purpose and faith. This aligns with the early Christian practice of meeting in homes for worship and prayer, as seen in Acts 2:46. The emphasis on gathering "in My name" underscores the authority and presence of Jesus in the assembly, distinguishing it from secular or non-Christian gatherings. there am I with them.” Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristThe speaker of this verse, emphasizing His presence among believers. 2. Disciples The immediate audience of Jesus' teaching, representing all followers of Christ. 3. Gathering of Believers The event or action of coming together in Jesus' name, which is central to the verse. Teaching Points The Power of CommunityGathering in Jesus' name brings His presence into our midst, empowering and encouraging believers. The Importance of Intentionality The phrase "in My name" signifies gathering with purpose and focus on Christ, not just social interaction. The Assurance of Christ's Presence Jesus' promise assures us that even small gatherings are significant and blessed with His presence. Encouragement for Small Groups This verse validates the importance of small groups and prayer meetings, where believers can experience Christ's presence intimately. Unity in Diversity The gathering of "two or three" highlights the unity among believers, regardless of number, background, or status.(20) Where two or three . . .--The true meaning of the words is well embodied in the well-known patristic axiom, Ubi tres, ibi Ecclesia ("Where three are there is a church"). The strength of the Christian society was not to be measured by a numerical standard, but by its fulfilment of the true conditions of its life. The presence of Christ was as true and mighty, His communion with His Church as real, when His followers were but as a remnant, as when they were gathered in the great congregation. He would be with the "two or three" (there is, perhaps, a special reference to the self-same words in Matthew 18:16), to plead for them as the great High Priest, to impart Himself to them, to ratify their decisions.Verse 20. - The promise is applied to the public prayer of the congregation, as we see in what is called "the prayer of St. Chrysostom" in the English Prayer book. Are gathered together. For the purpose of worship. It is a simpler form of the word used in Hebrews 10:25, "Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together." In my Name (εἰς τὸ ἐμὸν ὄνομα); literally, into my Name; i.e. with love to me, yearning for union with me, and acting for my glory. This would imply decent and orderly meeting for the highest ends. There am I in the midst of them. Christ promises a real, actual presence, though invisible, as true as when he appeared to his disciples after his resurrection, as true as when the Shechinah shone in tabernacle or temple. The rabbis had a saying that if two sat at table and conversed about the Law of God, the Shechinah rested upon them. The promise in the text, of course, implies Christ's omnipresence and omniscience. This is his blessing on united, congregational prayer. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Forγάρ (gar) Conjunction Strong's 1063: For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason. where οὗ (hou) Adverb Strong's 3757: Where, whither, when, in what place. Genitive case of hos as adverb; at which place, i.e. Where. two δύο (dyo) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 1417: Two. A primary numeral; 'two'. or ἢ (ē) Conjunction Strong's 2228: Or, than. A primary particle of distinction between two connected terms; disjunctive, or; comparative, than. three τρεῖς (treis) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 5140: Three. Or neuter tria a primary number; 'three'. gather together συνηγμένοι (synēgmenoi) Verb - Perfect Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 4863: From sun and ago; to lead together, i.e. Collect or convene; specially, to entertain. in εἰς (eis) Preposition Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. My ἐμὸν (emon) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Neuter 1st Person Singular Strong's 1699: My, mine. From the oblique cases of ego; my. name, ὄνομα (onoma) Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular Strong's 3686: Name, character, fame, reputation. From a presumed derivative of the base of ginosko; a 'name'. there ἐκεῖ (ekei) Adverb Strong's 1563: (a) there, yonder, in that place, (b) thither, there. Of uncertain affinity; there; by extension, thither. am I εἰμι (eimi) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. with them.” 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. Links Matthew 18:20 NIVMatthew 18:20 NLT Matthew 18:20 ESV Matthew 18:20 NASB Matthew 18:20 KJV Matthew 18:20 BibleApps.com Matthew 18:20 Biblia Paralela Matthew 18:20 Chinese Bible Matthew 18:20 French Bible Matthew 18:20 Catholic Bible NT Gospels: Matthew 18:20 For where two or three are gathered (Matt. Mat Mt) |
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