Matthew 25:5 — King James Bible Online

Other Translations for Matthew 25:5

BSB

When the bridegroom was delayed, they all became drowsy and fell asleep.

AKJV

While the bridegroom tarried, they all slumbered and slept.

CPDV

Since the bridegroom was delayed, they all fell asleep, and they were sleeping.

ERV

Now while the bridegroom tarried, they all slumbered and slept.

NHEB

Now while the bridegroom delayed, they all slumbered and slept.

SMT

And the bridegroom delaying, they all slumbered and slept.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Matthew 25:5

WhileG1161ConjunctionthebridegroomG3566Noun Masculine tarriedG5549VerbtheyallG3956Adjective slumberedG3573Verb andG2532Conjunction sleptG2518Verb

Commentary for Matthew 25:5

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

Overview of Matthew 25:5

Summary

All attendants became drowsy during extended delay

Event

Virgins fall asleep waiting

Estimated Time Period

c. 30 AD