Matthew 20:33
New International Version
“Lord,” they answered, “we want our sight.”

New Living Translation
“Lord,” they said, “we want to see!”

English Standard Version
They said to him, “Lord, let our eyes be opened.”

Berean Standard Bible
“Lord,” they answered, “let our eyes be opened.”

Berean Literal Bible
They say to Him, "Lord, that our eyes might be opened."

King James Bible
They say unto him, Lord, that our eyes may be opened.

New King James Version
They said to Him, “Lord, that our eyes may be opened.”

New American Standard Bible
They said to Him, “Lord, we want our eyes to be opened.”

NASB 1995
They said to Him, “Lord, we want our eyes to be opened.”

NASB 1977
They said to Him, “Lord, we want our eyes to be opened.”

Legacy Standard Bible
They said to Him, “Lord, that our eyes be opened.”

Amplified Bible
They answered Him, “Lord, we want our eyes to be opened.”

Christian Standard Bible
“Lord,” they said to him, “open our eyes.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Lord,” they said to Him, “open our eyes!”

American Standard Version
They say unto him, Lord, that our eyes may be opened.

Contemporary English Version
They answered, "Lord, we want to see!"

English Revised Version
They say unto him, Lord, that our eyes may be opened.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
They told him, "Lord, we want you to give us our eyesight back."

Good News Translation
"Sir," they answered, "we want you to give us our sight!"

International Standard Version
They told him, "Lord, we want to be able to see!"

Majority Standard Bible
“Lord,” they answered, “let our eyes be opened.”

NET Bible
They said to him, "Lord, let our eyes be opened."

New Heart English Bible
They told him, "Lord, that our eyes may be opened."

Webster's Bible Translation
They say to him, Lord, that our eyes may be opened.

Weymouth New Testament
"Sir, let our eyes be opened," they replied.

World English Bible
They told him, “Lord, that our eyes may be opened.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
They say to Him, “Lord, that our eyes may be opened”;

Berean Literal Bible
They say to Him, "Lord, that our eyes might be opened."

Young's Literal Translation
they say to him, 'Sir, that our eyes may be opened;'

Smith's Literal Translation
They say to him, Lord, that our eyes might be opened.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
They say to him: Lord, that our eyes be opened.

Catholic Public Domain Version
They said to him, “Lord, that our eyes be opened.”

New American Bible
They answered him, “Lord, let our eyes be opened.”

New Revised Standard Version
They said to him, “Lord, let our eyes be opened.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
They said to him, Our Lord, that our eyes may be opened.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
They were saying to him, “Our Lord, that our eyes may be opened.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
They said to him: Lord, that our eyes may be opened.

Godbey New Testament
They say unto Him, Lord, that our eyes may be opened.

Haweis New Testament
They say unto him, Lord, that our eyes may be opened.

Mace New Testament
they said to him, grant Lord that we may have sight.

Weymouth New Testament
"Sir, let our eyes be opened," they replied.

Worrell New Testament
They say to Him, "Lord, that our eyes may be opened."

Worsley New Testament
They answered Him, Lord, that our eyes may be opened.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Blind Men by the Road
32Jesus stopped and called them. “What do you want Me to do for you?” He asked. 33“Lord,” they answered, “let our eyes be opened.” 34Moved with compassion, Jesus touched their eyes, and at once they received their sight and followed Him.…

Cross References
Mark 10:51
“What do you want Me to do for you?” Jesus asked. “Rabboni,” said the blind man, “let me see again.”

Luke 18:41
“What do you want Me to do for you?” “Lord,” he said, “let me see again.”

Matthew 9:27-31
As Jesus went on from there, two blind men followed Him, crying out, “Have mercy on us, Son of David!” / After Jesus had entered the house, the blind men came to Him. “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” He asked. “Yes, Lord,” they answered. / Then He touched their eyes and said, “According to your faith will it be done to you.” ...

John 9:1-7
Now as Jesus was passing by, He saw a man blind from birth, / and His disciples asked Him, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?” / Jesus answered, “Neither this man nor his parents sinned, but this happened so that the works of God would be displayed in him. ...

Isaiah 35:5
Then the eyes of the blind will be opened and the ears of the deaf unstopped.

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.

Matthew 15:30-31
Large crowds came to Him, bringing the lame, the blind, the crippled, the mute, and many others, and laid them at His feet, and He healed them. / The crowd was amazed when they saw the mute speaking, the crippled restored, the lame walking, and the blind seeing. And they glorified the God of Israel.

Matthew 21:14
The blind and the lame came to Him at the temple, and He healed them.

Luke 7:21-22
At that very hour Jesus healed many people of their diseases, afflictions, and evil spirits, and He gave sight to many who were blind. / So He replied, “Go back and report to John what you have seen and heard: The blind receive sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the good news is preached to the poor.

Acts 3:6-8
But Peter said, “Silver or gold I do not have, but what I have I give you: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, get up and walk!” / Taking him by the right hand, Peter helped him up, and at once the man’s feet and ankles were made strong. / He sprang to his feet and began to walk. Then he went with them into the temple courts, walking and leaping and praising God.

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.

Matthew 11:5
The blind receive sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the good news is preached to the poor.

John 12:46
I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in Me should remain in darkness.

2 Kings 6:17-20
Then Elisha prayed, “O LORD, please open his eyes that he may see.” And the LORD opened the eyes of the young man, and he saw that the hills were full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha. / As the Arameans came down against him, Elisha prayed to the LORD, “Please strike these people with blindness.” So He struck them with blindness, according to the word of Elisha. / And Elisha told them, “This is not the way, and this is not the city. Follow me, and I will take you to the man you are seeking.” And he led them to Samaria. ...


Treasury of Scripture

They say to him, Lord, that our eyes may be opened.

Lord.

Psalm 119:18
Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law.

Ephesians 1:17-19
That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him: …

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17. foretells his passion;
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Lord
The term "Lord" in this context is translated from the Greek word "Κύριε" (Kyrie), which signifies a title of respect and authority. In the New Testament, it is often used to address Jesus, acknowledging His divine authority and messianic role. The use of "Lord" here reflects the recognition of Jesus' power and the faith of those calling upon Him. Historically, this title was reserved for those in positions of power, and its use here underscores the belief in Jesus as the sovereign ruler and the Son of God.

they answered
The phrase "they answered" indicates a response to a prior question or statement. In the narrative, this response is directed to Jesus, who has asked what they want Him to do for them. The Greek root for "answered" is "ἀπεκρίθησαν" (apekrithēsan), which implies a thoughtful and deliberate reply. This interaction highlights the personal relationship and direct communication between Jesus and those seeking His help, emphasizing the accessibility of Christ to those who call upon Him.

we want
The expression "we want" comes from the Greek "θέλομεν" (thelomen), which conveys a strong desire or wish. This phrase reveals the earnestness and urgency of the request being made. It reflects the human condition of need and the recognition that Jesus is the one who can fulfill that need. Theologically, it underscores the importance of expressing our desires and needs to God, trusting in His willingness to listen and respond.

our eyes to be opened
This request, "our eyes to be opened," is both literal and metaphorical. Literally, it refers to the physical healing of blindness, a miracle that Jesus performs multiple times in the Gospels. The Greek word for "opened" is "ἀνοιχθῆναι" (anoichthēnai), which means to open or to be made open. Metaphorically, it signifies spiritual enlightenment and understanding. In the broader biblical context, the opening of eyes is often associated with gaining insight into God's truth and the revelation of His will. This dual meaning highlights the comprehensive nature of Jesus' ministry, addressing both physical and spiritual needs. The request for opened eyes is a powerful reminder of the transformative power of Christ, who brings light to both the body and the soul.

(33) Lord.--St. Mark (Mark 10:51, in the Greek), after his manner, gives the Hebrew word, Rabboni (comp. John 20:16), which Bartimaeus actually uttered.

Verse 33. - That our eyes may be opened. So another blind man said, when asked the same question (Mark 10:51). They had at first asked vaguely for mercy, now they prayed definitely for sight - an example to all to make their supplications for particular graces and mercies, and not to be content with general terms which do not describe their special wants.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
“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.

they answered,
Λέγουσιν (Legousin)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 3004: (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command.

“let
ἵνα (hina)
Conjunction
Strong's 2443: In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.

our
ἡμῶν (hēmōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

eyes
ὀφθαλμοὶ (ophthalmoi)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3788: The eye; fig: the mind's eye. From optanomai; the eye; by implication, vision; figuratively, envy.

be opened.”
ἀνοιγῶσιν (anoigōsin)
Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Passive - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 455: To open. From ana and oigo; to open up.


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