Devine Scripture

Matthew 20:25

Matthew chapter 20 · verse 25 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

But Jesus called them unto him, and said, Ye know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great ones exercise authority over them.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

But Jesus called them unto him, and said, Ye know that the princes of the Gentiles exercise dominion over them, and they that are great exercise authority upon them.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

But Jesus called them unto him, and said, Ye know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great ones exercise authority over them.

Context

v.24And when the ten heard it, they were moved with indignation concerning the two brethren.

v.25This passage

v.26Not so shall it be among you: but whosoever would become great among you shall be your minister;

Cross references

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

  • Daniel 2:12

    For this cause the king was angry and very furious, and commanded to destroy all the wise men of Babylon.

  • John 13:12

    So when he had washed their feet, and taken his garments, and sat down again, he said unto them, Know ye what I have done to you?

  • Matthew 11:29

    Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.

  • Matthew 18:3

    and said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye turn, and become as little children, ye shall in no wise enter into the kingdom of heaven.

  • Luke 22:25

    And he said unto them, The kings of the Gentiles have lordship over them; and they that have authority over them are called Benefactors.

  • Matthew 20:25

    But Jesus called them unto him, and said, Ye know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great ones exercise authority over them.