Matthew 10:16

Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Matthew 10:16

BSB
Behold, I am sending you out like sheep among wolves; therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves.
AKJV
Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the middle of wolves: be you therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves.
CPDV
Behold, I am sending you like sheep in the midst of wolves. Therefore, be as prudent as serpents and as simple as doves.
ERV
Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves.
NHEB
"Look, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves, so be cunning as snakes and innocent as doves.
SMT
Behold I send you as sheep in the midst of wolves; be ye therefore discerning as serpents, and pure as doves.

Commentary for Matthew 10:16

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Matthew 10:16
Summary
Apostles need wisdom and innocence amid adversity
Event
Instructing apostles on conduct
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Teaching