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Matthew 8:1

What does Matthew 8:1 mean?

A plain-English look at Matthew 8:1 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.

What Matthew 8:1 means

After concluding His profound teaching on the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus descends from the elevated place, and vast crowds continue to follow Him. This immediate movement from speaking to being followed demonstrates the impact of His words and the eager anticipation of the people. They are drawn not only to His wisdom but also expect to see His power in action, setting the stage for the dramatic display of authority that characterizes this chapter.

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

And when he was come down from the mountain, great multitudes followed him.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

When he was come down from the mountain, great multitudes followed him.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

And when he was come down from the mountain, great multitudes followed him.

BBE

Bible in Basic English · 1949

And when he had come down from the mountain, great numbers of people came after him.

YLT

Young's Literal Translation · 1862

And when he came down from the mount, great multitudes did follow him,

DRA

Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752

And when he was come down from the mountain, great multitudes followed him:

DBY

Darby Bible · 1890

And when he had come down from the mountain, great crowds followed him.

Context

This verse marks the transition from Jesus' verbal ministry, as recorded in chapters 5-7, to His powerful acts of healing and deliverance. It establishes the immediate backdrop for the miracles that follow, showing that Jesus’ authority is both taught and demonstrated. The multitude's presence highlights the widespread interest in Jesus and the public nature of His subsequent works.

v.1This passage

v.2And behold, there came to him a leper and worshipped him, saying, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean.

Cross references

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

  • Luke 14:25

    Now there went with him great multitudes: and he turned, and said unto them,

  • Matthew 12:15

    And Jesus perceivingitwithdrew from thence: and many followed him; and he healed them all,

  • Matthew 19:2

    and great multitudes followed him; and he healed them there.

  • Matthew 20:29

    And as they went out from Jericho, a great multitude followed him.

  • Matthew 8:18

    Now when Jesus saw great multitudes about him, he gave commandment to depart unto the other side.

  • Luke 5:15

    But so much the more went abroad the report concerning him: and great multitudes came together to hear, and to be healed of their infirmities.

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