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Matthew 7:28

What does Matthew 7:28 mean?

A plain-English look at Matthew 7:28 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.

What Matthew 7:28 means

This verse records the immediate reaction of the multitudes to the conclusion of the Sermon on the Mount: they 'were astonished at his teaching.' This astonishment implies a deep impact, a sense of wonder, and perhaps even conviction. The people recognized something profoundly different and powerful in Jesus' words. It signifies that His lengthy discourse, rich in spiritual and ethical demands, had captivated and deeply impressed His audience, setting the stage for the explanation of *why* they were so affected.

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

And it came to pass, when Jesus had finished these words, the multitudes were astonished at his teaching:

KJV

King James Version · 1611

And it came to pass, when Jesus had ended these sayings, the people were astonished at his doctrine:

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

And it came to pass, when Jesus had finished these words, the multitudes were astonished at his teaching:

BBE

Bible in Basic English · 1949

And it came about, when Jesus had come to the end of these words, that the people were surprised at his teaching,

YLT

Young's Literal Translation · 1862

And it came to pass, when Jesus ended these words, the multitudes were astonished at his teaching,

DRA

Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752

And it came to pass when Jesus had fully ended these words, the people were in admiration at his doctrine.

DBY

Darby Bible · 1890

And it came to pass, when Jesus had finished these words, the crowds were astonished at his doctrine,

Context

This verse marks the end of Jesus' extensive Sermon on the Mount and records the immediate, collective reaction of the crowds. It bridges the content of the sermon with the perceived authority of the speaker. This observation of 'astonishment' sets up the explanation for *why* Jesus' teaching was so impactful, paving the way for the closing commentary on His unique teaching style compared to the religious leaders of the day.

v.27and the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and smote upon that house; and it fell: and great was the fall thereof.

v.28This passage

v.29for he taught them asonehaving authority, and not as their scribes.

Cross references

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

  • Matthew 26:1

    And it came to pass, when Jesus had finished all these words, he said unto his disciples,

  • John 7:15

    The Jews therefore marvelled, saying, How knoweth this man letters, having never learned?

  • Luke 4:22

    And all bare him witness, and wondered at the words of grace which proceeded out of his mouth: and they said, Is not this Joseph’s son?

  • Matthew 22:33

    And when the multitudes heard it, they were astonished at his teaching.

  • Matthew 11:1

    And it came to pass when Jesus had finished commanding his twelve disciples, he departed thence to teach and preach in their cities.

  • Mark 1:22

    And they were astonished at his teaching: for he taught them as having authority, and not as the scribes.

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