Matthew 4:7

Jesus said unto him, It is written again, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Matthew 4:7

BSB

Jesus replied, "It is also written: 'Do not put the Lord your God to the test.'"

AKJV

Jesus said to him, It is written again, You shall not tempt the Lord your God.

CPDV

Jesus said to him, "Again, it has been written: 'You shall not tempt the Lord your God.' "

ERV

Jesus said unto him, Again it is written, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God.

NHEB

Jesus said to him, "Again, it is written, 'Do not test the Lord your God.'"

SMT

Jesus said to him, Again has it been written, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Matthew 4:7

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Commentary for Matthew 4:7

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

Overview of Matthew 4:7

Summary

Testing divine protection violates sacred law

Place

Temple

Event

Jesus refuses dangerous test

Estimated Time Period

c. 26-27 AD