Matthew 9:26
What does Matthew 9:26 mean?
A plain-English look at Matthew 9:26 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
What Matthew 9:26 means
As a result of this extraordinary miracle—the raising of the ruler's daughter—the fame of Jesus spread throughout all that land. This highlights the profound impact and undeniable nature of His power. The news of such a wonder would have undoubtedly amplified His reputation, drawing more people to Him in hope and curiosity, but also potentially increasing the opposition from those who resisted His divine claims.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000And the fame hereof went forth into all that land.
KJV
King James Version · 1611And the fame hereof went abroad into all that land.
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901And the fame hereof went forth into all that land.
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949And the news of it went out into all that land.
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862and the fame of this went forth to all the land.
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752And the fame hereof went abroad into all that country.
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890And the fame of it went out into all that land.
Context
This verse describes the immediate consequence of the girl's resurrection, emphasizing the widespread impact of Jesus' power. It directly follows the miracle, serving as a transitional statement, underscoring the growing recognition of Jesus' fame. This expanded renown provides a natural lead into the next set of miracles, as more people are drawn to seek His help.
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Acts 26:26
For the king knoweth of these things, unto whom also I speak freely: for I am persuaded that none of these things is hidden from him; for this hath not been done in a corner.
- Matthew 14:1
At that season Herod the tetrarch heard the report concerning Jesus,
- Mark 1:45
But he went out, and began to publish it much, and to spread abroad the matter, insomuch that Jesus could no more openly enter into a city, but was without in desert places: and they came to him from every quarter.
- Matthew 4:24
And the report of him went forth into all Syria: and they brought unto him all that were sick, holden with divers diseases and torments, possessed with demons, and epileptic, and palsied; and he healed them.
- Mark 6:14
And king Herod heardthereof; for his name had become known: and he said, John the Baptizer is risen from the dead, and therefore do these powers work in him.
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