Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The poor you will always have with you, but you will not always have me. New Living Translation You will always have the poor among you, but you will not always have me. English Standard Version For you always have the poor with you, but you will not always have me. Berean Standard Bible The poor you will always have with you, but you will not always have Me. Berean Literal Bible For the poor you always have with you, but not always do you have Me. King James Bible For ye have the poor always with you; but me ye have not always. New King James Version For you have the poor with you always, but Me you do not have always. New American Standard Bible For you always have the poor with you; but you do not always have Me. NASB 1995 “For you always have the poor with you; but you do not always have Me. NASB 1977 “For the poor you have with you always; but you do not always have Me. Legacy Standard Bible For you always have the poor with you; but you do not always have Me. Amplified Bible For you always have the poor with you; but you will not always have Me. Christian Standard Bible You always have the poor with you, but you do not always have me. Holman Christian Standard Bible You always have the poor with you, but you do not always have Me. American Standard Version For ye have the poor always with you; but me ye have not always. Contemporary English Version You will always have the poor with you, but you won't always have me. English Revised Version For ye have the poor always with you; but me ye have not always. GOD'S WORD® Translation You will always have the poor with you, but you will not always have me with you. Good News Translation You will always have poor people with you, but you will not always have me. International Standard Version You'll always have the destitute with you, but you'll not always have me. Majority Standard Bible The poor you will always have with you, but you will not always have Me. NET Bible For you will always have the poor with you, but you will not always have me! New Heart English Bible For you always have the poor with you; but you do not always have me. Webster's Bible Translation For ye have the poor always with you; but me ye have not always. Weymouth New Testament The poor you always have with you, but me you have not always. World English Bible For you always have the poor with you, but you don’t always have me. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionfor you always have the poor with you, and you do not always have Me; Berean Literal Bible For the poor you always have with you, but not always do you have Me. Young's Literal Translation for the poor always ye have with you, and me ye have not always; Smith's Literal Translation For always the poor ye have with you, but me ye have not always. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor the poor you have always with you: but me you have not always. Catholic Public Domain Version For the poor you will always have with you. But you will not always have me. New American Bible The poor you will always have with you; but you will not always have me. New Revised Standard Version For you always have the poor with you, but you will not always have me. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor you always have the poor with you, but you will not have me always. Aramaic Bible in Plain English For you have the poor always with you, but you do not have me always. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentFor you have the poor always with you, but me you have not always. Godbey New Testament Haweis New Testament for the poor ye have always with you, but me ye have not always: Mace New Testament ye have the poor always with you, but me ye have not always. Weymouth New Testament The poor you always have with you, but me you have not always. Worrell New Testament Worsley New Testament Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jesus Anointed at Bethany…10Aware of this, Jesus asked, “Why are you bothering this woman? She has done a beautiful deed to Me. 11 The poor you will always have with you, but you will not always have Me. 12By pouring this perfume on Me, she has prepared My body for burial.… Cross References John 12:8 The poor you will always have with you, but you will not always have Me.” Mark 14:7 The poor you will always have with you, and you can help them whenever you want. But you will not always have Me. Deuteronomy 15:11 For there will never cease to be poor in the land; that is why I am commanding you to open wide your hand to your brother and to the poor and needy in your land. John 13:29 Since Judas kept the money bag, some thought that Jesus was telling him to buy what was needed for the feast, or to give something to the poor. Proverbs 19:17 Kindness to the poor is a loan to the LORD, and He will repay the lender. Galatians 2:10 They only asked us to remember the poor, the very thing I was eager to do. Acts 3:6 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!” James 2:15-16 Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. / If one of you tells him, “Go in peace; stay warm and well fed,” but does not provide for his physical needs, what good is that? 1 John 3:17 If anyone with earthly possessions sees his brother in need, but withholds his compassion from him, how can the love of God abide in him? Luke 4:18 “The Spirit of the Lord is on Me, because He has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to release the oppressed, 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, Proverbs 14:31 Whoever oppresses the poor taunts their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors Him. Luke 14:13-14 But when you host a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, and the blind, / and you will be blessed. Since they cannot repay you, you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous.” 2 Corinthians 9:9 As it is written: “He has scattered abroad His gifts to the poor; His righteousness endures forever.” Psalm 41:1 For the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. Blessed is the one who cares for the poor; the LORD will deliver him in the day of trouble. Treasury of Scripture For you have the poor always with you; but me you have not always. ye have. Matthew 25:34-40,42-45 Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world: … Deuteronomy 15:11 For the poor shall never cease out of the land: therefore I command thee, saying, Thou shalt open thine hand wide unto thy brother, to thy poor, and to thy needy, in thy land. Mark 14:7 For ye have the poor with you always, and whensoever ye will ye may do them good: but me ye have not always. but. Matthew 18:20 For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them. 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 13:33 Little children, yet a little while I am with you. Ye shall seek me: and as I said unto the Jews, Whither I go, ye cannot come; so now I say to you. Jump to Previous Always PoorJump to Next Always PoorMatthew 26 1. Jesus foretells his own death.3. The rulers conspire against him. 6. The woman anoints his feet. 14. Judas bargains to betray him. 17. Jesus eats the Passover; 26. institutes his holy supper; 30. foretells the desertion of his disciples, and Peter's denial; 36. prays in the garden; 47. and being betrayed by a kiss, 57. is carried to Caiaphas, 69. and denied by Peter. The poor you will always have with you This phrase reflects a reality acknowledged throughout Scripture, emphasizing the persistent presence of poverty in the world. In Deuteronomy 15:11, God instructs the Israelites to be open-handed toward the poor and needy in their land, indicating that poverty is a continual issue that requires ongoing compassion and action. The statement also highlights the importance of social justice and charity as enduring responsibilities for believers. Historically, poverty was a significant issue in ancient Israel and the broader Roman Empire, where economic disparity was common. This phrase underscores the need for a heart of generosity and service, as Jesus often taught about caring for the marginalized and oppressed. but you will not always have Me Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristThe central figure in this passage, Jesus is speaking to His disciples about His impending crucifixion and the significance of His presence among them. 2. The Disciples Jesus' followers who are present during this teaching. They are often depicted as struggling to fully understand the implications of Jesus' mission and teachings. 3. Bethany The location where this event takes place, specifically in the house of Simon the leper. Bethany is a village near Jerusalem and a place where Jesus often visited. 4. The Anointing Woman Although not directly mentioned in this verse, the context involves a woman anointing Jesus with expensive perfume, which prompts the discussion about the poor. 5. The Poor Representing those in need, the poor are a constant presence in society, and Jesus acknowledges their perpetual existence. Teaching Points The Priority of Christ's PresenceJesus emphasizes the unique and irreplaceable nature of His presence. While caring for the poor is important, recognizing and valuing the presence of Christ in our lives should take precedence. The Perpetual Call to Serve the Poor Jesus' acknowledgment of the poor's constant presence serves as a reminder of our ongoing responsibility to serve and support those in need, reflecting God's compassion and justice. Understanding Temporal vs. Eternal This passage challenges us to discern between temporal concerns and eternal truths. While social justice is vital, our spiritual relationship with Christ holds eternal significance. Balancing Worship and Service The anointing of Jesus illustrates the balance between acts of worship and acts of service. Both are essential aspects of a faithful Christian life. Recognizing Divine Moments The disciples are reminded to be aware of significant spiritual moments. We, too, should be attentive to God's work in our lives and seize opportunities to honor Him.(11) Ye have the poor always with you.--Our Lord dealt with the objection of the murmurers on their own ground, as if it were genuine, and does not openly rebuke the dishonesty of the chief objector. But look and tone, and the solemn pathos of the words, "Me ye have not always," must have made the Traitor feel that he was in the presence of One who read the secrets of his heart.Verse 11. - Ye have the poor always with you. St. Mark adds, "and whensoever ye will ye may do them good." This was in strict accordance with the old Law: "The poor shall never cease out of the land; therefore I command thee, saying, Thou shalt open thine hand wide unto thy brother, to thy poor, and to thy needy in thy land" (Deuteronomy 15:11). The existence of poor gives scope for the exercise of the graces of charity, benevolence, and self-denial; and such opportunities will never be wanting while the world lasts. Me ye have not always; i.e. in bodily presence. When he speaks of being with his Church always to the end, he is speaking of his Divine presence. His human body, his body of humiliation, was removed from the sight and touch of men, and he could no longer be received and welcomed and succoured as heretofore. In a different and far more effectual mode he would visit his faithful servants by a spiritual presence which should never fail or be withdrawn. To the objectors he would say, "You will no longer have opportunity of honouring me in my human form; why, then, do you grudge the homage now paid me for the last time?" Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Theτοὺς (tous) Article - Accusative Masculine Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. poor πτωχοὺς (ptōchous) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Plural Strong's 4434: Poor, destitute, spiritually poor, either in a good sense (humble devout persons) or bad. you will always have ἔχετε (echete) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 2nd Person Plural Strong's 2192: To have, hold, possess. Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold. with μεθ’ (meth’) Preposition Strong's 3326: (a) gen: with, in company with, (b) acc: (1) behind, beyond, after, of place, (2) after, of time, with nouns, neut. of adjectives. you, ἑαυτῶν (heautōn) Reflexive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural Strong's 1438: Himself, herself, itself. but δὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. {you will} not οὐ (ou) Adverb Strong's 3756: No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. always πάντοτε (pantote) Adverb Strong's 3842: Always, at all times, ever. From pas and hote; every when, i.e. At all times. have ἔχετε (echete) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 2nd Person Plural Strong's 2192: To have, hold, possess. Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold. Me. ἐμὲ (eme) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 1st Person Singular Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. 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