Matthew 22:23 That same day the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to Jesus and questioned Him.

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New International Version
That same day the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to him with a question.

New Living Translation
That same day Jesus was approached by some Sadducees—religious leaders who say there is no resurrection from the dead. They posed this question:

English Standard Version
The same day Sadducees came to him, who say that there is no resurrection, and they asked him a question,

Berean Standard Bible
That same day the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to Jesus and questioned Him.

Berean Literal Bible
On that day Sadducees, those saying there is no resurrection, came to Him, and they questioned Him,

King James Bible
The same day came to him the Sadducees, which say that there is no resurrection, and asked him,

New King James Version
The same day the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to Him and asked Him,

New American Standard Bible
On that day some Sadducees (who say there is no resurrection) came to Jesus and questioned Him,

NASB 1995
On that day some Sadducees (who say there is no resurrection) came to Jesus and questioned Him,

NASB 1977
On that day some Sadducees (who say there is no resurrection) came to Him and questioned Him,

Legacy Standard Bible
On that day some Sadducees (who say there is no resurrection) came to Jesus and asked Him a question,

Amplified Bible
On that day some Sadducees, who say that there is no resurrection [of the dead], came to Him and asked Him a question,

Christian Standard Bible
That same day some Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came up to him and questioned him:

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The same day some Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came up to Him and questioned Him:”

American Standard Version
On that day there came to him Sadducees, they that say that there is no resurrection: and they asked him,

Contemporary English Version
The Sadducees did not believe people would rise to life after death. So that same day some of the Sadducees came to Jesus and said:

English Revised Version
On that day there came to him Sadducees, which say that there is no resurrection: and they asked him,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
On that day some Sadducees, who say that people will never come back to life, came to Jesus. They asked him,

Good News Translation
That same day some Sadducees came to Jesus and claimed that people will not rise from death.

International Standard Version
That same day some Sadducees, who claim there is no resurrection, came to Jesus and asked him,

Majority Standard Bible
That same day the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to Jesus and questioned Him.

NET Bible
The same day Sadducees (who say there is no resurrection) came to him and asked him,

New Heart English Bible
On that day Sadducees came to him, the ones saying that there is no resurrection. And they asked him,

Webster's Bible Translation
The same day came to him the Sadducees, who say that there is no resurrection, and asked him,

Weymouth New Testament
On the same day a party of Sadducees came to Him, contending that there is no resurrection. And they put this case to Him.

World English Bible
On that day Sadducees (those who say that there is no resurrection) came to him. They asked him,

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
In that day there came near to Him Sadducees who are saying there is not a resurrection, and they questioned Him, saying,

Berean Literal Bible
On that day Sadducees, those saying there is no resurrection, came to Him, and they questioned Him,

Young's Literal Translation
In that day there came near to him Sadducees, who are saying there is not a rising again, and they questioned him, saying,

Smith's Literal Translation
In that day the Sadducees came to him, they saying there is to be no rising up: and they asked him,

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
That day there came to him the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection; and asked him,

Catholic Public Domain Version
In that day, the Sadducees, who say there is to be no resurrection, approached him. And they questioned him,

New American Bible
On that day Sadducees approached him, saying that there is no resurrection. They put this question to him,

New Revised Standard Version
The same day some Sadducees came to him, saying there is no resurrection; and they asked him a question, saying,

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
That same day the Sadducees came and said to him, There is no resurrection of the dead; and they asked him,

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
That day the Sadducees approached, and they were saying to him, “There is no life for the dead”, and they asked him,

NT Translations

Anderson New Testament
On that day there came to him the Sadducees, who say that there is no resurrection; and they put a question to him,

Godbey New Testament
On that day the Sadducees came to Him, saying, there is no resurrection: and asked Him,

Haweis New Testament
On the same day the Sadducees came to him, who say, that there is no resurrection, and they put a question to him,

Mace New Testament
About that time the Sadducees, who say there is no future life, came and propos'd this question,

Weymouth New Testament
On the same day a party of Sadducees came to Him, contending that there is no resurrection. And they put this case to Him.

Worrell New Testament
On that day there came to Him Sadducees, those saying there is no resurrection, and questioned Him,

Worsley New Testament
On the same day came the sadducees to Him, who say there is no resurrection,

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The Sadducees and the Resurrection
22And when they heard this, they were amazed. So they left Him and went away. 23 That same day the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to Jesus and questioned Him. 24“Teacher,” they said, “Moses declared that if a man dies without having children, his brother is to marry the widow and raise up offspring for him.…

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Cross References

Mark 12:18-27
Then the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to Jesus and questioned Him: / “Teacher, Moses wrote for us that if a man’s brother dies and leaves a wife but no children, the man is to marry his brother’s widow and raise up offspring for him. / Now there were seven brothers. The first one married and died, leaving no children. ...

Luke 20:27-40
Then some of the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to question Him. / “Teacher,” they said, “Moses wrote for us that if a man’s brother dies and leaves a wife but no children, the man is to marry his brother’s widow and raise up offspring for him. / Now there were seven brothers. The first one married a wife but died childless. ...

Acts 23:6-8
Then Paul, knowing that some of them were Sadducees and the others Pharisees, called out in the Sanhedrin, “Brothers, I am a Pharisee, the son of a Pharisee. It is because of my hope in the resurrection of the dead that I am on trial.” / As soon as he had said this, a dispute broke out between the Pharisees and Sadducees, and the assembly was divided. / For the Sadducees say that there is neither a resurrection nor angels nor spirits, but the Pharisees acknowledge them all.

Exodus 3:6
Then He said, “I am the God of your father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.” At this, Moses hid his face, for he was afraid to look at God.

Exodus 3:15-16
God also told Moses, “Say to the Israelites, ‘The LORD, the God of your fathers—the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob—has sent me to you.’ This is My name forever, and this is how I am to be remembered in every generation. / Go, assemble the elders of Israel and say to them, ‘The LORD, the God of your fathers—the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—has appeared to me and said: I have surely attended to you and have seen what has been done to you in Egypt.

Deuteronomy 25:5-10
When brothers dwell together and one of them dies without a son, the widow must not marry outside the family. Her husband’s brother is to take her as his wife and fulfill the duty of a brother-in-law for her. / The first son she bears will carry on the name of the dead brother, so that his name will not be blotted out from Israel. / But if the man does not want to marry his brother’s widow, she is to go to the elders at the city gate and say, “My husband’s brother refuses to preserve his brother’s name in Israel. He is not willing to perform the duty of a brother-in-law for me.” ...

Genesis 38:8
Then Judah said to Onan, “Sleep with your brother’s wife. Perform your duty as her brother-in-law and raise up offspring for your brother.”

Job 19:25-27
But I know that my Redeemer lives, and in the end He will stand upon the earth. / Even after my skin has been destroyed, yet in my flesh I will see God. / I will see Him for myself; my eyes will behold Him, and not as a stranger. How my heart yearns within me!

Isaiah 26:19
Your dead will live; their bodies will rise. Awake and sing, you who dwell in the dust! For your dew is like the dew of the morning, and the earth will bring forth her dead.

Daniel 12:2
And many who sleep in the dust of the earth will awake, some to everlasting life, but others to shame and everlasting contempt.

Hosea 6:2
After two days He will revive us; on the third day He will raise us up, that we may live in His presence.

Hosea 13:14
I will ransom them from the power of Sheol; I will redeem them from Death. Where, O Death, are your plagues? Where, O Sheol, is your sting? Compassion is hidden from My eyes.

1 Corinthians 15:12-22
But if it is preached that Christ has been raised from the dead, how can some of you say that there is no resurrection of the dead? / If there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised. / And if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is worthless, and so is your faith. ...

1 Corinthians 15:35-44
But someone will ask, “How are the dead raised? With what kind of body will they come?” / You fool! What you sow does not come to life unless it dies. / And what you sow is not the body that will be, but just a seed, perhaps of wheat or something else. ...

1 Corinthians 15:50-54
Now I declare to you, brothers, that flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God, nor does the perishable inherit the imperishable. / Listen, I tell you a mystery: We will not all sleep, but we will all be changed— / in an instant, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, the dead will be raised imperishable, and we will be changed. ...

Treasury of Scripture

The same day came to him the Sadducees, which say that there is no resurrection, and asked him,

same.

Mark 12:18
Then come unto him the Sadducees, which say there is no resurrection; and they asked him, saying,

Luke 20:27
Then came to him certain of the Sadducees, which deny that there is any resurrection; and they asked him,

the Sadducees.

Matthew 3:7
But when he saw many of the Pharisees and Sadducees come to his baptism, he said unto them, O generation of vipers, who hath warned you to flee from the wrath to come?

Matthew 16:6
Then Jesus said unto them, Take heed and beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and of the Sadducees.

Acts 4:1
And as they spake unto the people, the priests, and the captain of the temple, and the Sadducees, came upon them,

which.

1 Corinthians 15:12-14
Now if Christ be preached that he rose from the dead, how say some among you that there is no resurrection of the dead? …

2 Timothy 2:18
Who concerning the truth have erred, saying that the resurrection is past already; and overthrow the faith of some.

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Matthew 22

1. The parable of the marriage of the king's son.
9. The vocation of the Gentiles.
12. The punishment of him who lacked a wedding garment.
15. Tribute ought to be paid to Caesar.
23. Jesus confutes the Sadducees for the resurrection;
34. answers which is the first and great commandment;
41. and puzzles the Pharisees by a question about the Messiah.

Berean Study Bible

That same day
This phrase situates the event within a specific timeframe, indicating continuity with the preceding events. In the context of Matthew 22, Jesus is in the midst of a series of confrontations with various Jewish sects. The phrase underscores the intensity and immediacy of the challenges Jesus faced. It highlights the relentless nature of His ministry and the opposition He encountered. Theologically, it reminds us of the constant vigilance required in spiritual leadership and the importance of being prepared to give an account of one's faith at any moment.

the Sadducees
The Sadducees were a sect of Judaism during the Second Temple period, known for their aristocratic status and priestly connections. They held significant power in the Sanhedrin, the Jewish ruling council. Theologically, they were conservative, adhering strictly to the Torah and rejecting oral traditions. Their denial of the resurrection and the afterlife set them apart from the Pharisees. Understanding the Sadducees' beliefs is crucial for interpreting their interactions with Jesus, as it highlights the theological and political tensions of the time. Their approach to Jesus was not just a theological inquiry but also a challenge to His authority and teachings.

who say there is no resurrection
This phrase succinctly captures the core theological stance of the Sadducees. Their denial of the resurrection was based on their strict interpretation of the Torah, which they believed did not explicitly teach about life after death. This belief had significant implications for their worldview, focusing on the present life and the material world. In the broader biblical narrative, the resurrection is a central theme, symbolizing hope, renewal, and the ultimate victory over sin and death. The Sadducees' denial of this doctrine represents a significant theological divergence from the teachings of Jesus and the early Christian church.

came to Him
The Sadducees' approach to Jesus was not merely a casual encounter but a deliberate and calculated move. The verb "came" suggests an intentionality and purpose in their actions. They sought to challenge Jesus, testing His teachings and authority. This encounter is part of a broader pattern in the Gospels, where religious leaders frequently confront Jesus, seeking to undermine His ministry. For believers, this serves as a reminder of the opposition that often accompanies the proclamation of truth and the necessity of standing firm in one's convictions.

with a question
The Sadducees' question was not a genuine inquiry but a trap designed to discredit Jesus. In the context of rabbinic tradition, questions were a common method of teaching and debate. However, the Sadducees' intent was to challenge Jesus' teachings on the resurrection, hoping to expose what they perceived as theological inconsistencies. This interaction highlights the importance of discernment and wisdom in responding to challenges, as well as the need for a deep understanding of Scripture to effectively engage in theological discussions. For believers, it underscores the value of being prepared to defend one's faith with grace and truth.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(23-28) The Sadducees.--(See Note on Matthew 3:7.) These, we must remember, consisted largely of the upper class of the priesthood (Acts 5:17). The form of their attack implies that they looked on our Lord as teaching the doctrine of the resurrection. They rested their denial on the ground that they found no mention of it in the Law, which they recognised as the only rule of faith. The case which they put, as far as the principle involved was concerned, need not have gone beyond any case of re-marriage without issue, but the questioners pushed it to its extreme, as what seemed to them a reductio ad absurdum. Stress is laid on the childlessness of the woman in all the seven marriages in order to guard against the possible answer that she would be counted in the resurrection as the wife of him to whom she had borne issue.

Pulpit Commentary

Verses 23-33. - Third attack: The Sadducees and the resurrection. (Mark 12:18-27; Luke 20:27-40.) Verse 23 - The same day; on that day. This is still the Tuesday in the Holy Week. The Sadducees. There is no definite article here in the original. Which say; οἱ λὲγοντες. Many good manuscripts and some modern editors (Laehmann, Tregelles, Tischendorf, Westcott and Hort) read λέγοντες, "saying." The received reading historically describes the Sadducees' opinions; the other makes them come boldly stating their sentiments. Where authorities are pretty evenly balanced, we must decide the wording of a passage by other than literary considerations; and there can be no doubt that the reading which denotes the characteristic of the sect is more appropriate than that which represents them offensively parading their views as a preparation for the coming question. We have had notice of the Saddueees before (Matthew 3:7; Matthew 16:1). The popular account of their religious belief is given in Acts 23:8, "The Sadducees say that there is no resurrection, neither angel, nor spirit." They were rationalists and sceptics, who denied many old-established truths, and scorned many prevalent observances. They acknowledged most of the Old Testament, though, curiously enough, they, like our modern neologians, stumbled at the supernatural upon which the Scriptures were built. Tradition and traditional interpretations found no favour with them. The future life of the soul they utterly repudiated, and the resurrection of the body, when it was brought before them, met with contemptuous ridicule. The claims and doctrine of Christ were, in their eyes, puerile and unworthy of philosophic consideration. At the same time, they recognized that the people were with him for the moment, and that it was expedient that his teaching, so utterly opposed to their own opinions, should be discredited and repressed. So they came forward asking an imaginary question, which, as they thought, would reduce to an absurdity the doctrine of the immortality of the soul and the resurrection of the flesh. Doubtless they were members of the Sanhedrin, and it was at the instigation of this body that they proposed the presumed case of conscience.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Greek

That
ἐκείνῃ (ekeinē)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1565: That, that one there, yonder. From ekei; that one (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed.

[same]
τῇ (tē)
Article - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

day
ἡμέρᾳ (hēmera)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 2250: A day, the period from sunrise to sunset.

[the] Sadducees,
Σαδδουκαῖοι (Saddoukaioi)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 4523: Probably from Sadok; a Sadducaean, or follower of a certain heretical Israelite.

who say
λέγοντες (legontes)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3004: (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command.

there is
εἶναι (einai)
Verb - Present Infinitive Active
Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.

no
μὴ (mē)
Adverb
Strong's 3361: Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether.

resurrection,
ἀνάστασιν (anastasin)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 386: A rising again, resurrection. From anistemi; a standing up again, i.e. a resurrection from death (its author), or a recovery.

came
προσῆλθον (prosēlthon)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 4334: From pros and erchomai; to approach, i.e. come near, visit, or worship, assent to.

to [Jesus]
αὐτῷ (autō)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 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.

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

questioned
ἐπηρώτησαν (epērōtēsan)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 1905: To interrogate, question, demand of. From epi and erotao; to ask for, i.e. Inquire, seek.

Him.
αὐτὸν (auton)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 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.

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