Luke 4:39
New International Version
So he bent over her and rebuked the fever, and it left her. She got up at once and began to wait on them.

New Living Translation
Standing at her bedside, he rebuked the fever, and it left her. And she got up at once and prepared a meal for them.

English Standard Version
And he stood over her and rebuked the fever, and it left her, and immediately she rose and began to serve them.

Berean Standard Bible
and He stood over her and rebuked the fever, and it left her. And she got up at once and began to serve them.

Berean Literal Bible
And having stood over her, He rebuked the fever, and it left her; and immediately having arisen, she began to serve them.

King James Bible
And he stood over her, and rebuked the fever; and it left her: and immediately she arose and ministered unto them.

New King James Version
So He stood over her and rebuked the fever, and it left her. And immediately she arose and served them.

New American Standard Bible
And standing over her, He rebuked the fever, and it left her; and she immediately got up and served them.

NASB 1995
And standing over her, He rebuked the fever, and it left her; and she immediately got up and waited on them.

NASB 1977
And standing over her, He rebuked the fever, and it left her; and she immediately arose and waited on them.

Legacy Standard Bible
And standing over her, He rebuked the fever, and it left her. Immediately she stood up and began waiting on them.

Amplified Bible
Standing over her, He rebuked the fever, and it left her; and immediately she got up and began serving them [as her guests].

Christian Standard Bible
So he stood over her and rebuked the fever, and it left her. She got up immediately and began to serve them.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
So He stood over her and rebuked the fever, and it left her. She got up immediately and began to serve them.

American Standard Version
And he stood over her, and rebuked the fever; and it left her: and immediately she rose up and ministered unto them.

Contemporary English Version
So Jesus went over to her and ordered the fever to go away. Right then she was able to get up and serve them a meal.

English Revised Version
And he stood over her, and rebuked the fever; and it left her: and immediately she rose up and ministered unto them.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
He bent over her, ordered the fever to leave, and it went away. She got up immediately and prepared a meal for them.

Good News Translation
He went and stood at her bedside and ordered the fever to leave her. The fever left her, and she got up at once and began to wait on them.

International Standard Version
He bent over her, rebuked the fever, and it left her. She got up at once and began serving them.

Majority Standard Bible
and He stood over her and rebuked the fever, and it left her. And she got up at once and began to serve them.

NET Bible
So he stood over her, commanded the fever, and it left her. Immediately she got up and began to serve them.

New Heart English Bible
He stood over her, and rebuked the fever; and it left her. Immediately she rose up and served them.

Webster's Bible Translation
And he stood over her, and rebuked the fever; and it left her: and immediately she arose and ministered to them.

Weymouth New Testament
Then standing over her He rebuked the fever, and it left her; and she at once rose and waited on them.

World English Bible
He stood over her and rebuked the fever, and it left her. Immediately she rose up and served them.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and having stood over her, He rebuked the fever, and it left her, and immediately, having risen, she was ministering to them.

Berean Literal Bible
And having stood over her, He rebuked the fever, and it left her; and immediately having arisen, she began to serve them.

Young's Literal Translation
and having stood over her, he rebuked the fever, and it left her, and presently, having risen, she was ministering to them.

Smith's Literal Translation
And having stood over her, he censured the fever: and it left her: and having risen immediately she served them.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And standing over her, he commanded the fever, and it left her. And immediately rising, she ministered to them.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And standing over her, he commanded the fever, and it left her. And promptly rising up, she ministered to them.

New American Bible
He stood over her, rebuked the fever, and it left her. She got up immediately and waited on them.

New Revised Standard Version
Then he stood over her and rebuked the fever, and it left her. Immediately she got up and began to serve them.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And he stood by her, and rebuked the fever, and it left her; and she rose up immediately and ministered to them.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And he stood over her and rebuked her fever and it left her, and at once she arose and she was waiting on them.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And he stood over her, and rebuked the fever, and it left her: and she arose immediately, and ministered to them.

Godbey New Testament
And He, standing over her, rebuked the fever; and dismissed it; and immediately, having stood up, she continued to minister unto them.

Haweis New Testament
And standing over her, he charged the fever to depart; and it left her: and immediately she arose, and waited upon them.

Mace New Testament
so approaching near her, he order'd the fever to leave her, and it left her, upon which she immediately arose, and waited upon them at table.

Weymouth New Testament
Then standing over her He rebuked the fever, and it left her; and she at once rose and waited on them.

Worrell New Testament
And, standing over her, He rebuked the fever, and it left her; and, immediately rising up, she was ministering to them.

Worsley New Testament
And he stood over her, and rebuked the fever, and it left her: and immediately she arose and waited upon them.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Jesus Heals at Peter's House
38After Jesus had left the synagogue, He went to the home of Simon, whose mother-in-law was suffering from a high fever. So they appealed to Jesus on her behalf, 39and He stood over her and rebuked the fever, and it left her. And she got up at once and began to serve them. 40At sunset, all who were ill with various diseases were brought to Jesus, and laying His hands on each one, He healed them.…

Cross References
Matthew 8:14-15
When Jesus arrived at Peter’s house, He saw Peter’s mother-in-law sick in bed with a fever. / So He touched her hand, and the fever left her, and she got up and began to serve Him.

Mark 1:30-31
Simon’s mother-in-law was sick in bed with a fever, and they promptly told Jesus about her. / So He went to her, took her by the hand, and helped her up. The fever left her, and she began to serve them.

John 4:52-53
So he inquired as to the hour when his son had recovered, and they told him, “The fever left him yesterday at the seventh hour.” / Then the father realized that this was the very hour in which Jesus had told him, “Your son will live.” And he and all his household believed.

Acts 9:40-41
Then Peter sent them all out of the room. He knelt down and prayed, and turning toward her body, he said, “Tabitha, get up!” She opened her eyes, and seeing Peter, she sat up. / Peter took her by the hand and helped her up. Then he called the saints and widows and presented her to them alive.

1 Kings 17:17-24
Later, the son of the woman who owned the house became ill, and his sickness grew worse and worse, until no breath remained in him. / “O man of God,” said the woman to Elijah, “what have you done to me? Have you come to remind me of my iniquity and cause the death of my son?” / But Elijah said to her, “Give me your son.” So he took him from her arms, carried him to the upper room where he was staying, and laid him on his own bed. ...

2 Kings 4:32-37
When Elisha reached the house, there was the boy lying dead on his bed. / So he went in, closed the door behind the two of them, and prayed to the LORD. / Then Elisha got on the bed and lay on the boy, mouth to mouth, eye to eye, and hand to hand. As he stretched himself out over him, the boy’s body became warm. ...

Matthew 9:25
After the crowd had been put outside, Jesus went in and took the girl by the hand, and she got up.

Mark 5:41-42
Taking her by the hand, Jesus said, “Talitha koum!” which means, “Little girl, I say to you, get up!” / Immediately the girl got up and began to walk around (she was twelve years old). And at once they were utterly astounded.

Luke 7:14-15
Then He went up and touched the coffin, and those carrying it stood still. “Young man,” He said, “I tell you, get up!” / And the dead man sat up and began to speak! Then Jesus gave him back to his mother.

Luke 8:54-55
But Jesus took her by the hand and called out, “Child, get up!” / Her spirit returned, and at once she got up. And He directed that she be given something to eat.

Acts 3:6-7
But Peter said, “Silver or gold I do not have, but what I have I give you: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, get up and walk!” / Taking him by the right hand, Peter helped him up, and at once the man’s feet and ankles were made strong.

Acts 28:8-9
The father of Publius was sick in bed, suffering from fever and dysentery. Paul went in to see him, and after praying and placing his hands on him, he healed the man. / After this had happened, the rest of the sick on the island came and were cured as well.

Exodus 15:26
saying, “If you will listen carefully to the voice of the LORD your God, and do what is right in His eyes, and pay attention to His commands, and keep all His statutes, then I will not bring on you any of the diseases I inflicted on the Egyptians. For I am the LORD who heals you.”

Deuteronomy 32:39
See now that I am He; there is no God besides Me. I bring death and I give life; I wound and I heal, and there is no one who can deliver from My hand.

Psalm 30:2
O LORD my God, I cried to You for help, and You healed me.


Treasury of Scripture

And he stood over her, and rebuked the fever; and it left her: and immediately she arose and ministered to them.

and rebuked.

Luke 4:35
And Jesus rebuked him, saying, Hold thy peace, and come out of him. And when the devil had thrown him in the midst, he came out of him, and hurt him not.

Luke 8:24
And they came to him, and awoke him, saying, Master, master, we perish. Then he arose, and rebuked the wind and the raging of the water: and they ceased, and there was a calm.

and ministered.

Luke 8:2,3
And certain women, which had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities, Mary called Magdalene, out of whom went seven devils, …

Psalm 116:12
What shall I render unto the LORD for all his benefits toward me?

2 Corinthians 5:14,15
For the love of Christ constraineth us; because we thus judge, that if one died for all, then were all dead: …

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Luke 4
1. The fasting and temptation of Jesus.
14. He begins to preach.
16. The people of Nazareth marvel at words, but seek to kill him.
33. He cures one possessed of a demon,
38. Peter's mother-in-law,
40. and various other sick persons.
41. The demons acknowledge Jesus, and are reproved for it.
42. He preaches through the cities of Galilee.














And standing over her
This phrase indicates Jesus' physical presence and authority. The Greek word for "standing" is "epistás," which implies a position of oversight and readiness to act. In the cultural context of the time, standing over someone could signify a protective or authoritative stance. Jesus' presence here is not passive; it is active and intentional, demonstrating His readiness to intervene in the situation.

He rebuked the fever
The word "rebuked" comes from the Greek "epitimaó," which means to admonish or charge sharply. This is the same word used when Jesus rebukes the storm in Luke 8:24, showing His authority over nature and illness alike. The fever is personified, suggesting that Jesus is addressing it as a force that must submit to His command. This highlights His divine authority over all creation, including sickness.

and it left her
The immediate departure of the fever signifies the power and effectiveness of Jesus' command. The Greek word "aphíēmi" is used here, meaning to send away or let go. This illustrates the complete and instantaneous healing that Jesus provides. In a broader theological context, it reflects the liberation that Jesus brings from all forms of bondage, whether physical, spiritual, or emotional.

And she got up at once
The phrase "at once" underscores the immediacy of the healing. The Greek word "parachrēma" is used, which means instantly or immediately. This immediate response is a testament to the completeness of Jesus' healing power. It also reflects the transformative impact of an encounter with Christ, where change is not only possible but immediate.

and began to serve them
The act of serving is significant, as it demonstrates gratitude and restoration to her community role. The Greek word "diakoneó" is used, which means to minister or serve. This service is not just a return to normalcy but an expression of worship and thankfulness. In the broader scriptural context, it reflects the call for all believers to serve others as a response to the grace and healing they have received from Christ.

Parallel Commentaries ...


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

He stood
ἐπιστὰς (epistas)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2186: To stand by, be urgent, befall one (as of evil), be at hand, impend. From epi and histemi; to stand upon, i.e. Be present.

over
ἐπάνω (epanō)
Preposition
Strong's 1883: From epi and ano; up above, i.e. Over or on.

her
αὐτῆς (autēs)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Feminine 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.

[and] rebuked
ἐπετίμησεν (epetimēsen)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2008: From epi and timao; to tax upon, i.e. Censure or admonish; by implication, forbid.

the
τῷ (tō)
Article - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

fever,
πυρετῷ (pyretō)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4446: A fever, scorching heat. From puresso; inflamed, i.e. feverish.

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

it left
ἀφῆκεν (aphēken)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 863: From apo and hiemi; to send forth, in various applications.

her.
αὐτήν (autēn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Feminine 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.

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

she got up
ἀναστᾶσα (anastasa)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 450: To raise up, set up; I rise from among (the) dead; I arise, appear. From ana and histemi; to stand up.

at once
παραχρῆμα (parachrēma)
Adverb
Strong's 3916: Instantly, immediately, on the spot. From para and chrema; at the thing itself, i.e. Instantly.

[and] began to serve
διηκόνει (diēkonei)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1247: From diakonos; to be an attendant, i.e. Wait upon (figuratively) teacher; technically, to act as a Christian deacon.

them.
αὐτοῖς (autois)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Plural
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.


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