Matthew 20:31
New International Version
The crowd rebuked them and told them to be quiet, but they shouted all the louder, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!”

New Living Translation
“Be quiet!” the crowd yelled at them. But they only shouted louder, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!”

English Standard Version
The crowd rebuked them, telling them to be silent, but they cried out all the more, “Lord, have mercy on us, Son of David!”

Berean Standard Bible
The crowd admonished them to be silent, but they cried out all the louder, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!”

Berean Literal Bible
And the crowd rebuked them that they should be silent. But they cried out all the more, saying, "Lord, have mercy on us, Son of David!"

King James Bible
And the multitude rebuked them, because they should hold their peace: but they cried the more, saying, Have mercy on us, O Lord, thou Son of David.

New King James Version
Then the multitude warned them that they should be quiet; but they cried out all the more, saying, “Have mercy on us, O Lord, Son of David!”

New American Standard Bible
But the crowd sternly warned them to be quiet; yet they cried out all the more, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!”

NASB 1995
The crowd sternly told them to be quiet, but they cried out all the more, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!”

NASB 1977
And the multitude sternly told them to be quiet; but they cried out all the more, saying, “Lord, have mercy on us, Son of David!”

Legacy Standard Bible
But the crowd sternly told them to be quiet, but they cried out all the more, saying, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!”

Amplified Bible
The crowd sternly told them to be quiet, but they cried out all the more, “Lord, Son of David (Messiah) have mercy on us!”

Christian Standard Bible
The crowd demanded that they keep quiet, but they cried out all the more, “Lord, have mercy on us, Son of David! ”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The crowd told them to keep quiet, but they cried out all the more, “Lord, have mercy on us, Son of David!”

American Standard Version
And the multitude rebuked them, that they should hold their peace: but they cried out the more, saying, Lord, have mercy on us, thou son of David.

Contemporary English Version
The crowd told them to be quiet, but they shouted even louder, "Lord and Son of David, have pity on us!"

English Revised Version
And the multitude rebuked them, that they should hold their peace: but they cried out the more, saying, Lord, have mercy on us, thou son of David.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The crowd told them to be quiet. But they shouted even louder, "Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!"

Good News Translation
The crowd scolded them and told them to be quiet. But they shouted even more loudly, "Son of David! Have mercy on us, sir!"

International Standard Version
When the crowd told them harshly to be silent, they shouted even louder, "Have mercy on us, Lord, Son of David!"

Majority Standard Bible
The crowd admonished them to be silent, but they cried out all the louder, ?Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!?

NET Bible
The crowd scolded them to get them to be quiet. But they shouted even more loudly, "Lord, have mercy on us, Son of David!"

New Heart English Bible
The crowd rebuked them, telling them that they should be quiet, but they shouted even more, "Have mercy on us, Lord, son of David."

Webster's Bible Translation
And the multitude rebuked them, that they should hold their peace: but they cried the more, saying, Have mercy on us, O Lord, thou son of David.

Weymouth New Testament
The people angrily tried to silence them, but they cried all the louder. "O Sir, Son of David, pity us," they said.

World English Bible
The multitude rebuked them, telling them that they should be quiet, but they cried out even more, “Lord, have mercy on us, you son of David!”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And the multitude charged them that they might be silent, and they cried out the more, saying, “Deal kindly with us Lord—Son of David.”

Berean Literal Bible
And the crowd rebuked them that they should be silent. But they cried out all the more, saying, "Lord, have mercy on us, Son of David!"

Young's Literal Translation
And the multitude charged them that they might be silent, and they cried out the more, saying, 'Deal kindly with us sir -- Son of David.'

Smith's Literal Translation
And the crowd censured them that they should be silent: but they cried the more, saying, Pity us, O Lord, son of David.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the multitude rebuked them that they should hold their peace. But they cried out the more, saying: O Lord, thou son of David, have mercy on us.

Catholic Public Domain Version
But the crowd rebuked them to be quiet. But they cried out all the more, saying, “Lord, Son of David, take pity on us.”

New American Bible
The crowd warned them to be silent, but they called out all the more, “Lord, Son of David, have pity on us!”

New Revised Standard Version
The crowd sternly ordered them to be quiet; but they shouted even more loudly, “Have mercy on us, Lord, Son of David!”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
But the people rebuked them to keep quiet; but they cried louder, saying, Our Lord, have mercy upon us, son of David.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
But the crowds were rebuking them that they would be silent, and they raised their voices all the more and they were saying, “Our Lord, have mercy on us, Son of David.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And the multitude charged them to be silent. But they cried the more, saying: Have mercy on us, Lord, son of David.

Godbey New Testament
And the multitude rebuked them, that they should keep silent. And they cried out the more, saying; Have mercy on us, O Lord, son of David.

Haweis New Testament
And the multitude checked them, that they should be silent; but they cried out the more, Have mercy on us, Lord, son of David.

Mace New Testament
and the people reprimanded them, to make them hold their tongue: but they bawl'd out the more, have mercy on us, O Lord, thou son of David.

Weymouth New Testament
The people angrily tried to silence them, but they cried all the louder. "O Sir, Son of David, pity us," they said.

Worrell New Testament
But the multitude rebuked them, that they should be silent. But they cried the more, "Lord, have mercy on us, Thou Son of David!"

Worsley New Testament
And the people rebuked them, that they might hold their peace: but they cried out the more, saying, Have mercy on us, O Lord, thou son of David.

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Context
The Blind Men by the Road
30And there were two blind men sitting beside the road. When they heard that Jesus was passing by, they cried out, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!” 31 The crowd admonished them to be silent, but they cried out all the louder, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!” 32Jesus stopped and called them. “What do you want Me to do for you?” He asked.…

Cross References
Mark 10:47-48
When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” / Many people admonished him to be silent, but he cried out all the louder, “Son of David, have mercy on me!”

Luke 18:38-39
So he called out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” / Those who led the way admonished him to be silent, but he cried out all the louder, “Son of David, have mercy on me!”

Matthew 9:27
As Jesus went on from there, two blind men followed Him, crying out, “Have mercy on us, Son of David!”

Matthew 15:22
And a Canaanite woman from that region came to Him, crying out, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on me! My daughter is miserably possessed by a demon.”

Matthew 21:9
The crowds that went ahead of Him and those that followed were shouting: “Hosanna to the Son of David!” “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Hosanna in the highest!”

Matthew 9:30-31
And their eyes were opened. Jesus warned them sternly, “See that no one finds out about this!” / But they went out and spread the news about Him throughout the land.

Isaiah 35:5-6
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 42:7
to open the eyes of the blind, to bring prisoners out of the dungeon and those sitting in darkness out from the prison house.

Psalm 146:8
the LORD opens the eyes of the blind, the LORD lifts those who are weighed down, the LORD loves the righteous.

Isaiah 29:18
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.

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,

Jeremiah 31:8
Behold, I will bring them from the land of the north and gather them from the farthest parts of the earth, including the blind and the lame, expectant mothers and women in labor. They will return as a great assembly!

Zechariah 9:9
Rejoice greatly, O Daughter of Zion! Shout in triumph, O Daughter of Jerusalem! See, your King comes to you, righteous and victorious, humble and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey.

Matthew 12:23
The crowds were astounded and asked, “Could this be the Son of David?”

Matthew 19:2
Large crowds followed Him, and He healed them there.


Treasury of Scripture

And the multitude rebuked them, because they should hold their peace: but they cried the more, saying, Have mercy on us, O Lord, you son of David.

rebuked.

Matthew 15:23
But he answered her not a word. And his disciples came and besought him, saying, Send her away; for she crieth after us.

Matthew 19:13
Then were there brought unto him little children, that he should put his hands on them, and pray: and the disciples rebuked them.

but they cried.

Matthew 7:7,8
Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you: …

Genesis 32:25-29
And when he saw that he prevailed not against him, he touched the hollow of his thigh; and the hollow of Jacob's thigh was out of joint, as he wrestled with him…

Luke 11:8-10
I say unto you, Though he will not rise and give him, because he is his friend, yet because of his importunity he will rise and give him as many as he needeth…

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Matthew 20
1. Jesus, by the parable of the laborers in the vineyard, shows that God is debtor unto no man;
17. foretells his passion;
20. by answering the mother of Zebedee's children, teaches his disciples to be humble;
29. and gives two blind men their sight.














The crowd admonished them to be silent
This phrase highlights the societal pressure and opposition faced by those seeking Jesus. The Greek word for "admonished" (ἐπετίμησεν) implies a stern rebuke or command. Historically, crowds often acted as gatekeepers, determining who was worthy of attention. In this context, the crowd's attempt to silence the blind men reflects a common human tendency to overlook or dismiss those in need. This serves as a reminder of the barriers that can exist between individuals and Christ, and the importance of perseverance in faith.

but they cried out all the louder
The phrase "cried out" (ἔκραξαν) is derived from the Greek word meaning to shout or scream, indicating the intensity and desperation of the blind men's plea. Their response to the crowd's rebuke was not to be silenced but to amplify their cries. This demonstrates a profound faith and determination, illustrating that true faith often requires persistence in the face of opposition. It is an encouragement to believers to remain steadfast and vocal in their pursuit of Jesus, regardless of societal pressures.

Lord, Son of David
This title is significant both theologically and messianically. "Lord" (Κύριε) is a term of respect and recognition of authority, while "Son of David" is a messianic title acknowledging Jesus as the promised descendant of King David, who would restore Israel. This acknowledgment by the blind men shows their recognition of Jesus' divine authority and messianic role, despite their physical blindness. It underscores the theme that spiritual insight is not dependent on physical sight, and true recognition of Jesus comes from faith.

have mercy on us
The plea for mercy (ἐλέησον) is a common biblical request, reflecting a deep understanding of human need and divine compassion. In the Jewish context, mercy was a central attribute of God, often associated with His covenantal love and faithfulness. The blind men's request is not just for physical healing but an appeal to Jesus' compassionate nature. This highlights the Christian belief in a God who is not only powerful but also deeply compassionate and willing to respond to the cries of those in need. It serves as a reminder of the importance of approaching God with humility and faith, trusting in His mercy and grace.

(31) The multitude rebuked them.--The silence of our Lord, the hushed reverence of the multitude, led men to look on the eager, clamorous supplication as intrusive. The entry of the Prophet about to claim His kingdom was not to be thus disturbed. But they were not to be silenced, and the litanies of Christendom for centuries have been modelled on the Kyrie Ele?son ("Lord, have mercy upon us") which came from their lips.

Verse 31. - Rebuked them, because (ἵνα, in order that) they should hold their peace. The motive of the crowd, in thus silencing the blind men, has been explained in two ways - either they grudged that Christ should be addressed by the high title of "Son of David;" or they desired to spare him unseemly importunity and unreasonable interruption in his journey. As the multitude show no signs of hostility at this time, the latter suggestion seems most probable. They cried the more. The attempted check only made them more earnest in their entreaty. The opportunity now offered might never present itself again. The officious interference of unsympathizing bystanders was at once brushed aside. They could attract Christ's attention only by their passionate cry, and this they continued to utter with renewed energy. Faith resists opposition and triumphs over all impediments.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
The
(Ho)
Article - Nominative 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.

crowd
ὄχλος (ochlos)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3793: From a derivative of echo; a throng; by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot.

chided
ἐπετίμησεν (epetimēsen)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2008: From epi and timao; to tax upon, i.e. Censure or admonish; by implication, forbid.

them
αὐτοῖς (autois)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 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.

to be silent,
σιωπήσωσιν (siōpēsōsin)
Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 4623: To keep silence, be silent, either voluntarily or involuntarily. From siope; to be dumb; figuratively, to be calm.

but
δὲ (de)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc.

they shouted
ἔκραξαν (ekraxan)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 2896: To cry aloud, shriek. A primary verb; properly, to 'croak' or scream, i.e. to call aloud.

all the louder,
μεῖζον (meizon)
Adjective - Accusative Neuter Singular - Comparative
Strong's 3173: Large, great, in the widest sense.

“Lord,
Κύριε (Kyrie)
Noun - Vocative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2962: Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.

Son
υἱὸς (huios)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5207: A son, descendent. Apparently a primary word; a 'son', used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship.

of David,
Δαυίδ (Dauid)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 1138: David, King of Israel. Of Hebrew origin; Dabid, the Israelite king.

have mercy on
ἐλέησον (eleēson)
Verb - Aorist Imperative Active - 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 1653: To pity, have mercy on. From eleos; to compassionate.

us!”
ἡμᾶς (hēmas)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.


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