Luke 23:49
New International Version
But all those who knew him, including the women who had followed him from Galilee, stood at a distance, watching these things.

New Living Translation
But Jesus’ friends, including the women who had followed him from Galilee, stood at a distance watching.

English Standard Version
And all his acquaintances and the women who had followed him from Galilee stood at a distance watching these things.

Berean Standard Bible
But all those who knew Jesus, including the women who had followed Him from Galilee, stood at a distance watching these things.

Berean Literal Bible
And all from those who knew Him, and women, those having followed Him from Galilee, stood afar off, beholding these things.

King James Bible
And all his acquaintance, and the women that followed him from Galilee, stood afar off, beholding these things.

New King James Version
But all His acquaintances, and the women who followed Him from Galilee, stood at a distance, watching these things.

New American Standard Bible
And all His acquaintances and the women who accompanied Him from Galilee were standing at a distance, seeing these things.

NASB 1995
And all His acquaintances and the women who accompanied Him from Galilee were standing at a distance, seeing these things.

NASB 1977
And all His acquaintances and the women who accompanied Him from Galilee, were standing at a distance, seeing these things.

Legacy Standard Bible
And all His acquaintances and the women who accompanied Him from Galilee were standing at a distance, watching these things.

Amplified Bible
And all His acquaintances and the women who had accompanied Him from Galilee were standing at a distance, watching these things.

Christian Standard Bible
But all who knew him, including the women who had followed him from Galilee, stood at a distance, watching these things.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
But all who knew Him, including the women who had followed Him from Galilee, stood at a distance, watching these things.

American Standard Version
And all his acquaintance, and the women that followed with him from Galilee, stood afar off, seeing these things.

Contemporary English Version
All of Jesus' close friends and the women who had come with him from Galilee stood at a distance and watched.

English Revised Version
And all his acquaintance, and the women that followed with him from Galilee, stood afar off, seeing these things.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
All his friends, including the women who had followed him from Galilee, stood at a distance and watched everything.

Good News Translation
All those who knew Jesus personally, including the women who had followed him from Galilee, stood at a distance to watch.

International Standard Version
But all his acquaintances, including the women who had followed him from Galilee, were standing at a distance watching these things.

Majority Standard Bible
But all those who knew Jesus, including the women who had followed Him from Galilee, stood at a distance watching these things.

NET Bible
And all those who knew Jesus stood at a distance, and the women who had followed him from Galilee saw these things.

New Heart English Bible
All his acquaintances, and the women who followed with him from Galilee, stood at a distance, watching these things.

Webster's Bible Translation
And all his acquaintance, and the women that followed him from Galilee, stood afar off beholding these things.

Weymouth New Testament
But all His acquaintances, and the women who had been His followers after leaving Galilee, continued standing at a distance and looking on.

World English Bible
All his acquaintances and the women who followed with him from Galilee stood at a distance, watching these things.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and all His acquaintances stood far off, and women who followed Him from Galilee, beholding these things.

Berean Literal Bible
And all from those who knew Him, and women, those having followed Him from Galilee, stood afar off, beholding these things.

Young's Literal Translation
and all his acquaintances stood afar off, and women who did follow him from Galilee, beholding these things.

Smith's Literal Translation
And all his acquaintance stood afar off, and the women having followed him together from Galilee, seeing these.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And all his acquaintance, and the women that had followed him from Galilee, stood afar off, beholding these things.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Now all those who knew him, and the women who had followed him from Galilee, were standing at a distance, watching these things.

New American Bible
but all his acquaintances stood at a distance, including the women who had followed him from Galilee and saw these events.

New Revised Standard Version
But all his acquaintances, including the women who had followed him from Galilee, stood at a distance, watching these things.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And all the acquaintances of Jesus stood afar off, and the women who had come with him from Galilee, and they were beholding these things.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And all the acquaintances of Yeshua and those women who had come with him from Galilee were standing afar off and they were beholding these things.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And all his acquaintance, and the women that had followed him from Galilee, stood at a distance looking on these things.

Godbey New Testament
And all His acquaintances stood a great way off and the women who having followed along with Him from Galilee, seeing these things.

Haweis New Testament
And all his acquaintance stood afar off, and the women which followed him from Galilee, beholding these things.

Mace New Testament
As for his acquaintance, they all stood at a distance, with the women that followed him from Galilee, and were spectators during the whole transaction.

Weymouth New Testament
But all His acquaintances, and the women who had been His followers after leaving Galilee, continued standing at a distance and looking on.

Worrell New Testament
And all those acquainted with Him stood afar off, and the women who followed with Him from Galilee, seeing these things.

Worsley New Testament
And all his acquaintance stood at a distance, and the women that followed Him from Galilee, beholding these things.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Death of Jesus
48And when all the people who had gathered for this spectacle saw what had happened, they returned home beating their breasts. 49But all those who knew Jesus, including the women who had followed Him from Galilee, stood at a distance watching these things. 50Now there was a Council member named Joseph, a good and righteous man,…

Cross References
Matthew 27:55-56
And many women were there, watching from a distance. They had followed Jesus from Galilee to minister to Him. / Among them were Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James and Joseph, and the mother of Zebedee’s sons.

Mark 15:40-41
And there were also women watching from a distance. Among them were Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James the younger and of Joses, and Salome. / These women had followed Jesus and ministered to Him while He was in Galilee, and there were many other women who had come up to Jerusalem with Him.

John 19:25-27
Near the cross of Jesus stood His mother and her sister, as well as Mary the wife of Clopas and Mary Magdalene. / When Jesus saw His mother and the disciple whom He loved standing nearby, He said to His mother, “Woman, here is your son.” / Then He said to the disciple, “Here is your mother.” So from that hour, this disciple took her into his home.

Acts 1:14
With one accord they all continued in prayer, along with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with His brothers.

Matthew 12:46-50
While Jesus was still speaking to the crowds, His mother and brothers stood outside, wanting to speak to Him. / Someone told Him, “Look, Your mother and brothers are standing outside, wanting to speak to You.” / But Jesus replied, “Who is My mother, and who are My brothers?” ...

Mark 3:31-35
Then Jesus’ mother and brothers came and stood outside. They sent someone in to summon Him, / and a crowd was sitting around Him. “Look,” He was told, “Your mother and brothers are outside, asking for You.” / But Jesus replied, “Who are My mother and My brothers?” ...

John 7:5
For even His own brothers did not believe in Him.

John 2:12
After this, He went down to Capernaum with His mother and brothers and His disciples, and they stayed there a few days.

John 11:5
Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus.

John 20:10-18
Then the disciples returned to their homes. / But Mary stood outside the tomb weeping. And as she wept, she bent down to look into the tomb, / and she saw two angels in white sitting where the body of Jesus had lain, one at the head and the other at the feet. ...

Acts 13:31
and for many days He was seen by those who had accompanied Him from Galilee to Jerusalem. They are now His witnesses to our people.

Psalm 38:11
My beloved and friends shun my disease, and my kinsmen stand at a distance.

Psalm 88:18
You have removed my beloved and my friend; darkness is my closest companion.

Psalm 69:8
I have become a stranger to my brothers and a foreigner to my mother’s sons,

Isaiah 53:3
He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, acquainted with grief. Like one from whom men hide their faces, He was despised, and we esteemed Him not.


Treasury of Scripture

And all his acquaintance, and the women that followed him from Galilee, stood afar off, beholding these things.

acquaintance.

Luke 19:13
And he called his ten servants, and delivered them ten pounds, and said unto them, Occupy till I come.

Psalm 38:11
My lovers and my friends stand aloof from my sore; and my kinsmen stand afar off.

Psalm 88:18
Lover and friend hast thou put far from me, and mine acquaintance into darkness.

the women.

Luke 23:27,55
And there followed him a great company of people, and of women, which also bewailed and lamented him…

Luke 8:2
And certain women, which had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities, Mary called Magdalene, out of whom went seven devils,

Matthew 27:55,56,61
And many women were there beholding afar off, which followed Jesus from Galilee, ministering unto him: …

Jump to Previous
Accompanied Acquaintance Acquaintances Afar Beholding Continued Distance Follow Followed Followers Friends Galilee Including Leaving Standing Stood Watching Women
Jump to Next
Accompanied Acquaintance Acquaintances Afar Beholding Continued Distance Follow Followed Followers Friends Galilee Including Leaving Standing Stood Watching Women
Luke 23
1. Jesus is accused before Pilate, and sent to Herod.
8. Herod mocks him.
12. Herod and Pilate become friends.
13. Barabbas is desired of the people,
24. and is released by Pilate, and Jesus is given to be crucified.
26. He tells the women, that lament him, the destruction of Jerusalem;
34. prays for his enemies.
39. Two criminals are crucified with him.
46. His death.
50. His burial.














But all those who knew Him
This phrase indicates a group of individuals who had a personal relationship with Jesus. The Greek word for "knew" is "γινώσκω" (ginōskō), which implies an intimate, experiential knowledge rather than mere acquaintance. This suggests that those present were not just casual followers but had a deep understanding and connection with Jesus' teachings and mission. Historically, this group would have included the disciples and other close followers who had witnessed His miracles and heard His teachings firsthand.

including the women
The mention of women is significant, as it highlights their important role in Jesus' ministry. In the cultural context of the time, women were often marginalized, yet the Gospels consistently show them as faithful followers of Christ. The Greek word "γυνή" (gynē) is used here, emphasizing their identity and presence. These women, such as Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of James, were integral to the early Christian community, demonstrating the inclusive nature of Jesus' ministry.

who had followed Him from Galilee
This phrase underscores the commitment and dedication of Jesus' followers. The Greek word "ἀκολουθέω" (akoloutheō) means to follow or accompany, indicating a continuous and devoted journey with Jesus. Galilee was the region where Jesus began His ministry, and these followers had been with Him from the start, witnessing His teachings and miracles. This historical context shows their unwavering loyalty and faith, even in the face of His crucifixion.

stood at a distance
The Greek word "μακρόθεν" (makrothen) means from afar or at a distance. This physical separation could symbolize the emotional and spiritual distance they felt during this moment of despair and confusion. Despite their proximity, they were unable to intervene, reflecting the fulfillment of prophecy and the necessity of Jesus' sacrifice. This distance also highlights their helplessness and the gravity of the situation, as they watched the culmination of Jesus' earthly ministry.

watching these things
The Greek word "θεωρέω" (theōreō) means to observe or behold, suggesting a deep, contemplative witnessing of the events. This was not a passive observation but an active engagement with the unfolding of God's redemptive plan. The followers were witnessing the fulfillment of prophecies and the pivotal moment of salvation history. Their watching signifies a transition from despair to hope, as they would soon understand the significance of the resurrection and the birth of the Church.

(49) All his acquaintance.--This is the only passage in which the word is used. St. Luke apparently employs it as intermediate between the spectators and the avowed disciples. Such may have been Simon, or Lazarus, of Bethany, or the rulers who believed yet did hot confess, or the owners of the ass and of the colt, or the proprietor of the house in which the Passover had been eaten.

The women that had followed him from Galilee.--St. Luke does not name them as St. Matthew and St. Mark do, probably because in Luke 8:2-3, he had already given the names of the most prominent among them.

Verse 49. - Stood afar off. Disciples open and secret, friends and acquaintances among the Jerusalem citizens and Galihaean pil-trims (with the exception of the little group of which Mary and John were the centre till the dying Lord bade them leave him), all alike lacked courage and devotion, all feared to stand by their Master and Friend at that awful season. He trod the winepress alone (see Isaiah 63:3). None possessed the heroic faith which through the sombre cloud of seeming failure could see the true glory of the Sun of Righteousness, which so soon was to arise and shine.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
But
δὲ (de)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc.

all
πάντες (pantes)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.

those who
οἱ (hoi)
Article - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

knew
γνωστοὶ (gnōstoi)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 1110: Known, an acquaintance. From ginosko; well-known.

[Jesus],
αὐτῷ (autō)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

including
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

[the] women
γυναῖκες (gynaikes)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Plural
Strong's 1135: A woman, wife, my lady. Probably from the base of ginomai; a woman; specially, a wife.

who
αἱ (hai)
Article - Nominative Feminine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

had followed
συνακολουθοῦσαι (synakolouthousai)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Feminine Plural
Strong's 4870: To accompany, follow together with. From sun and akoloutheo; to accompany.

Him
αὐτῷ (autō)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

from
ἀπὸ (apo)
Preposition
Strong's 575: From, away from. A primary particle; 'off, ' i.e. Away, in various senses.

Galilee,
Γαλιλαίας (Galilaias)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 1056: Of Hebrew origin; Galiloea, a region of Palestine.

stood
εἱστήκεισαν (heistēkeisan)
Verb - Pluperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 2476: A prolonged form of a primary stao stah'-o; to stand, used in various applications.

at a distance
μακρόθεν (makrothen)
Adverb
Strong's 3113: From a (long) distance, afar. Adverb from makros; from a distance or afar.

watching
ὁρῶσαι (horōsai)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Feminine Plural
Strong's 3708: Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear.

these things.
ταῦτα (tauta)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Plural
Strong's 3778: This; he, she, it.


Links
Luke 23:49 NIV
Luke 23:49 NLT
Luke 23:49 ESV
Luke 23:49 NASB
Luke 23:49 KJV

Luke 23:49 BibleApps.com
Luke 23:49 Biblia Paralela
Luke 23:49 Chinese Bible
Luke 23:49 French Bible
Luke 23:49 Catholic Bible

NT Gospels: Luke 23:49 All his acquaintances and the women who (Luke Lu Lk)
Luke 23:48
Top of Page
Top of Page