Matthew 11:12

And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Matthew 11:12

BSB
From the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven has been subject to violence, and the violent lay claim to it.
AKJV
And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffers violence, and the violent take it by force.
CPDV
But from the days of John the Baptist, even until now, the kingdom of heaven has endured violence, and the violent carry it away.
ERV
And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence, and men of violence take it by force.
NHEB
And from the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven suffers violence, and the violent take it by force.
SMT
From the days of John the Immerser till now the kingdom of the heavens is achieved by force, and they committing violence seize it eagerly.

Commentary for Matthew 11:12

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Matthew 11:12
Summary
Kingdom faces violent opposition yet advances
Event
Describing kingdom violence
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Prophecy