Matthew 26:8

But when his disciples saw it, they had indignation, saying, To what purpose is this waste?

King James Version

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Other Translations for Matthew 26:8

BSB

When the disciples saw this, they were indignant and asked, "Why this waste?

AKJV

But when his disciples saw it, they had indignation, saying, To what purpose is this waste?

CPDV

But the disciples, seeing this, were indignant, saying: "What is the purpose of this waste?

ERV

But when the disciples saw it, they had indignation, saying, To what purpose is this waste?

NHEB

But when the disciples saw this, they were indignant, saying, "Why this waste?

SMT

And his disciples seeing, felt pain, saying, For what this loss?

Word Study (Strong’s) for Matthew 26:8

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Commentary for Matthew 26:8

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

Overview of Matthew 26:8

Summary

Disciples express disapproval of expensive anointing

Place

Bethany

Event

Disciples criticize woman

Estimated Time Period

c. 30 AD