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Matthew 10:11

What does Matthew 10:11 mean?

A plain-English look at Matthew 10:11 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.

What Matthew 10:11 means

Jesus instructed the apostles that upon entering a city or village, they should "search out who in it is worthy; and there abide till ye go forth." This command emphasizes discernment and intentionality. "Worthy" refers to those open to their message and willing to receive them and their message, demonstrating a readiness for the kingdom. By staying in one house, they would avoid the appearance of seeking better accommodations and prevent unnecessary distractions, dedicating themselves to the work. This fosters deep engagement with receptive households and provides stability for their ministry in a given location.

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

And into whatsoever city or village ye shall enter, search out who in it is worthy; and there abide till ye go forth.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

And into whatsoever city or town ye shall enter, enquire who in it is worthy; and there abide till ye go thence.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

And into whatsoever city or village ye shall enter, search out who in it is worthy; and there abide till ye go forth.

BBE

Bible in Basic English · 1949

And into whatever town or small place you go, make search there for someone who is respected, and make his house your resting-place till you go away.

YLT

Young's Literal Translation · 1862

`And into whatever city or village ye may enter, inquire ye who in it is worthy, and there abide, till ye may go forth.

DRA

Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752

And into whatsoever city or town you shall enter, inquire who in it is worthy, and there abide till you go thence.

DBY

Darby Bible · 1890

But into whatsoever city or village ye enter, inquire who in it is worthy, and there remain till ye go forth.

Context

After setting out guidelines for their material provisions, this verse transitions to practical instructions for finding suitable lodging and establishing a base of operations within each location. It provides the initial steps for engaging with a community, directly preceding the protocols for entering a specific house and extending peace to its inhabitants.

v.10no wallet for your journey, neither two coats, nor shoes, nor staff: for the laborer is worthy of his food.

v.11This passage

v.12And as ye enter into the house, salute it.

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • 3 John 1:7

    because that for the sake of the Name they went forth, taking nothing of the Gentiles.

  • Genesis 19:1

    And the two angels came to Sodom at even; and Lot sat in the gate of Sodom: and Lot saw them, and rose up to meet them; and he bowed himself with his face to the earth;

  • Luke 10:38

    Now as they went on their way, he entered into a certain village: and a certain woman named Martha received him into her house.

  • Luke 9:4

    And into whatsoever house ye enter, there abide, and thence depart.

  • Mark 6:10

    And he said unto them, Wheresoever ye enter into a house, there abide till ye depart thence.

  • Job 31:32

    (The sojourner hath not lodged in the street; But I have opened my doors to the traveller);

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