Matthew 17:10

And his disciples asked him, saying, Why then say the scribes that Elias must first come?

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Other Translations for Matthew 17:10

BSB

The disciples asked Him, "Why then do the scribes say that Elijah must come first?"

AKJV

And his disciples asked him, saying, Why then say the scribes that Elias must first come?

CPDV

And his disciples questioned him, saying, "Why then do the scribes say that it is necessary for Elijah to arrive first?"

ERV

And his disciples asked him, saying, Why then say the scribes that Elijah must first come?

NHEB

The disciples asked him, saying, "Then why do the scribes say that Elijah must come first?"

SMT

And his disciples asked him, saying, Why then say the scribes that Elias must first come?

Word Study (Strong’s) for Matthew 17:10

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Commentary for Matthew 17:10

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

Overview of Matthew 17:10

Summary

Disciples question traditional teaching about Elijah

Place

Mountain

Event

Disciples ask about Elijah's coming

Estimated Time Period

c. 30 AD