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Matthew 8:15

What does Matthew 8:15 mean?

A plain-English look at Matthew 8:15 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.

What Matthew 8:15 means

Jesus approaches Peter's mother-in-law, touches her hand, and instantly cures her fever. The immediate withdrawal of the illness is evident in her swift recovery. Her subsequent action of ministering to Him—likely serving Him and His disciples—is a clear sign of complete restoration, demonstrating not only her physical healing but also her gratitude and renewed strength. Her act of service confirms the completeness of the miracle.

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

And he touched her hand, and the fever left her; and she arose, and ministered unto him.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

And he touched her hand, and the fever left her: and she arose, and ministered unto them.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

And he touched her hand, and the fever left her; and she arose, and ministered unto him.

BBE

Bible in Basic English · 1949

And he put his hand on hers and the disease went from her, and she got up and took care of his needs.

YLT

Young's Literal Translation · 1862

and he touched her hand, and the fever left her, and she arose, and was ministering to them.

DRA

Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752

And he touched her hand, and the fever left her, and she arose and ministered to them.

DBY

Darby Bible · 1890

and he touched her hand, and the fever left her, and she arose and served him.

Context

This verse portrays the instant healing of Peter's mother-in-law, a direct continuation of the previous verse. It provides a personal and quick demonstration of Jesus’ power, serving as a prelude to the extensive evening healings. This personal miracle assures the disciples of Jesus' authority and sets the stage for a wider public display of His healing power.

v.14And when Jesus was come into Peter’s house, he saw his wife’s mother lying sick of a fever.

v.15This passage

v.16And when even was come, they brought unto him many possessed with demons: and he cast out the spirits with a word, and healed all that were sick:

Cross references

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

  • Matthew 14:36

    and they besought him that they might only touch the border of his garment: and as many as touched were made whole.

  • Mark 1:41

    And being moved with compassion, he stretched forth his hand, and touched him, and saith unto him, I will; be thou made clean.

  • Luke 8:54

    But he, taking her by the hand, called, saying, Maiden, arise.

  • Matthew 8:3

    And he stretched forth his hand, and touched him, saying, I will; be thou made clean. And straightway his leprosy was cleansed.

  • Matthew 9:20

    And behold, a woman, who had an issue of blood twelve years, came behind him, and touched the border of his garment:

  • Matthew 20:34

    And Jesus, being moved with compassion, touched their eyes; and straightway they received their sight, and followed him.

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