Matthew 19:13

Then were there brought unto him little children, that he should put his hands on them, and pray: and the disciples rebuked them.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Matthew 19:13

BSB

Then the little children were brought to Jesus for Him to place His hands on them and pray for them. And the disciples rebuked those who brought them.

AKJV

Then were there brought to him little children, that he should put his hands on them, and pray: and the disciples rebuked them.

CPDV

Then they brought to him little children, so that he would place his hands upon them and pray. But the disciples rebuked them.

ERV

Then were there brought unto him little children, that he should lay his hands on them, and pray: and the disciples rebuked them.

NHEB

Then little children were brought to him, that he should lay his hands on them and pray; and the disciples rebuked them.

SMT

Then young children were brought to him, that he might put hands upon them and pray: and the disciples censured them.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Matthew 19:13

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Commentary for Matthew 19:13

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

Overview of Matthew 19:13

Summary

Children brought to Jesus for blessing despite disciples' opposition

Place

Judaea

Event

Disciples rebuke children brought to Jesus

Estimated Time Period

c. 30 AD