Matthew 16:20

Then charged he his disciples that they should tell no man that he was Jesus the Christ.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Matthew 16:20

BSB

Then He admonished the disciples not to tell anyone that He was the Christ.

AKJV

Then charged he his disciples that they should tell no man that he was Jesus the Christ.

CPDV

Then he instructed his disciples that they should tell no one that he is Jesus the Christ.

ERV

Then charged he the disciples that they should tell no man that he was the Christ.

NHEB

Then he commanded the disciples that they should tell no one that he is the Christ.

SMT

Then he enjoined his disciples that they say to none that he is Jesus Christ.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Matthew 16:20

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Commentary for Matthew 16:20

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Matthew 16:20

Summary

Jesus orders disciples to conceal his identity

Place

Caesarea Philippi

Event

Jesus commands silence about identity

Estimated Time Period

c. 30 AD