Luke 8:51
New International Version
When he arrived at the house of Jairus, he did not let anyone go in with him except Peter, John and James, and the child’s father and mother.

New Living Translation
When they arrived at the house, Jesus wouldn’t let anyone go in with him except Peter, John, James, and the little girl’s father and mother.

English Standard Version
And when he came to the house, he allowed no one to enter with him, except Peter and John and James, and the father and mother of the child.

Berean Standard Bible
When He entered the house, He did not allow anyone to go in with Him except Peter, John, James, and the child’s father and mother.

Berean Literal Bible
And having entered into the house, He did not allow anyone to go in with Him, except Peter and John and James and the father and the mother of the child.

King James Bible
And when he came into the house, he suffered no man to go in, save Peter, and James, and John, and the father and the mother of the maiden.

New King James Version
When He came into the house, He permitted no one to go in except Peter, James, and John, and the father and mother of the girl.

New American Standard Bible
When He came to the house, He did not allow anyone to enter with Him except Peter, John, and James, and the girl’s father and mother.

NASB 1995
When He came to the house, He did not allow anyone to enter with Him, except Peter and John and James, and the girl’s father and mother.

NASB 1977
And when He had come to the house, He did not allow anyone to enter with Him, except Peter and John and James, and the girl’s father and mother.

Legacy Standard Bible
So when He came to the house, He did not allow anyone to enter with Him, except Peter and John and James, and the girl’s father and mother.

Amplified Bible
When He came to the house, He allowed no one to enter with Him, except Peter and John and James, and the girl’s father and mother.

Christian Standard Bible
After he came to the house, he let no one enter with him except Peter, John, James, and the child’s father and mother.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
After He came to the house, He let no one enter with Him except Peter, John, James, and the child’s father and mother.

American Standard Version
And when he came to the house, he suffered not any man to enter in with him, save Peter, and John, and James, and the father of the maiden and her mother.

Contemporary English Version
Jesus went into the house, but he did not let anyone else go with him, except Peter, John, James, and the girl's father and mother.

English Revised Version
And when he came to the house, he suffered not any man to enter in with him, save Peter, and John, and James, and the father of the maiden and her mother.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Jesus went into the house. He allowed no one to go with him except Peter, John, James, and the child's parents.

Good News Translation
When he arrived at the house, he would not let anyone go in with him except Peter, John, and James, and the child's father and mother.

International Standard Version
When he arrived at the man's house, he allowed no one to go in with him except Peter, John, James, and the young girl's father and mother.

Majority Standard Bible
When He entered the house, He did not allow anyone to go in except Peter, John, James, and the child’s father and mother.

NET Bible
Now when he came to the house, Jesus did not let anyone go in with him except Peter, John, and James, and the child's father and mother.

New Heart English Bible
When he came to the house, he did not allow anyone to enter in with him, except Peter, John, James, the father of the child, and her mother.

Webster's Bible Translation
And when he came into the house, he suffered no man to go in, save Peter, and James, and John, and the father and the mother of the maiden.

Weymouth New Testament
So He came to the house, but allowed no one to go in with Him but Peter and John and James and the girl's father and mother.

World English Bible
When he came to the house, he didn’t allow anyone to enter in, except Peter, John, James, the father of the child, and her mother.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And having come into the house, He permitted no one to go in, except Peter, and James, and John, and the father of the child, and the mother;

Berean Literal Bible
And having entered into the house, He did not allow anyone to go in with Him, except Peter and John and James and the father and the mother of the child.

Young's Literal Translation
And having come to the house, he suffered no one to go in, except Peter, and James, and John, and the father of the child, and the mother;

Smith's Literal Translation
And having come into the house, he suffered not any to come in, except Peter, and James, and John, and the father and mother of the child.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And when he was come to the house, he suffered not any man to go in with him, but Peter and James and John, and the father and mother of the maiden.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And when he had arrived at the house, he would not permit anyone to enter with him, except Peter and James and John, and the father and mother of the girl.

New American Bible
When he arrived at the house he allowed no one to enter with him except Peter and John and James, and the child’s father and mother.

New Revised Standard Version
When he came to the house, he did not allow anyone to enter with him, except Peter, John, and James, and the child’s father and mother.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Jesus came into the house, and he did not allow anyone to enter with him, except Simon and James and John, and the father and mother of the girl.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
But Yeshua came to the house and he did not allow anyone to enter with him except Shimeon, Yaqob, Yohannan, the father of the girl and her mother.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And when he came to the house, he permitted no one to go in but Peter and James and John, and the father and the mother of the child.

Godbey New Testament
And having come to the house, He did not suffer any to enter except Peter, John, and James, and the father and mother of the child.

Haweis New Testament
And entering into the house, he suffered no person to come in, but Peter, and James, and John, and the father and mother of the child.

Mace New Testament
being come to the house, he suffer'd nobody to go into the room with him, except Peter, John and James, and the young woman's father and mother.

Weymouth New Testament
So He came to the house, but allowed no one to go in with Him but Peter and John and James and the girl's father and mother.

Worrell New Testament
And, coming into the house, He permitted no one to enter with Him, except Peter, and James, and John, and the father of the maiden, and her mother.

Worsley New Testament
And when He came to the house, He suffered none to go in but Peter, and James, and John, and the father and mother of the child.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Healing Touch of Jesus
50But Jesus overheard them and said to Jairus, “Do not be afraid; just believe, and she will be healed.” 51When He entered the house, He did not allow anyone to go in with Him except Peter, John, James, and the child’s father and mother. 52Meanwhile, everyone was weeping and mourning for her. But Jesus said, “Stop weeping; she is not dead but asleep.”…

Cross References
Mark 5:37-40
And He did not allow anyone to accompany Him except Peter, James, and John the brother of James. / When they arrived at the house of the synagogue leader, Jesus saw the commotion and the people weeping and wailing loudly. / He went inside and asked, “Why all this commotion and weeping? The child is not dead, but asleep.” ...

Matthew 9:23-25
When Jesus entered the house of the synagogue leader, He saw the flute players and the noisy crowd. / “Go away,” He told them. “The girl is not dead, but asleep.” And they laughed at Him. / After the crowd had been put outside, Jesus went in and took the girl by the hand, and she got up.

John 11:43-44
After Jesus had said this, He called out in a loud voice, “Lazarus, come out!” / The man who had been dead came out with his hands and feet bound in strips of linen, and his face wrapped in a cloth. “Unwrap him and let him go,” Jesus told them.

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.

2 Kings 4:32-36
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. ...

1 Kings 17:19-23
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. / Then he cried out to the LORD, “O LORD my God, have You also brought tragedy on this widow who has opened her home to me, by causing her son to die?” / Then he stretched himself out over the child three times and cried out to the LORD, “O LORD my God, please let this boy’s life return to him!” ...

Hebrews 11:35
Women received back their dead, raised to life again. Others were tortured and refused their release, so that they might gain a better resurrection.

Matthew 17:1-3
After six days Jesus took with Him Peter, James, and John the brother of James, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. / There He was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and His clothes became as white as the light. / Suddenly Moses and Elijah appeared before them, talking with Jesus.

Mark 9:2-4
After six days Jesus took with Him Peter, James, and John, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. There He was transfigured before them. / His clothes became radiantly white, brighter than any launderer on earth could bleach them. / And Elijah and Moses appeared before them, talking with Jesus.

John 6:5-11
When Jesus looked up and saw a large crowd coming toward Him, He said to Philip, “Where can we buy bread for these people to eat?” / But He was asking this to test him, for He knew what He was about to do. / Philip answered, “Two hundred denarii would not buy enough bread for each of them to have a small piece.” ...

Acts 20:9-12
And a certain young man named Eutychus, seated in the window, was sinking into a deep sleep as Paul talked on and on. When he was sound asleep, he fell from the third story and was picked up dead. / But Paul went down, threw himself on the young man, and embraced him. “Do not be alarmed!” he said. “He is still alive!” / Then Paul went back upstairs, broke bread, and ate. And after speaking until daybreak, he departed. ...

Genesis 22:5
“Stay here with the donkey,” Abraham told his servants. “The boy and I will go over there to worship, and then we will return to you.”

Exodus 24:1
Then the LORD said to Moses, “Come up to the LORD—you and Aaron, Nadab and Abihu, and seventy of Israel’s elders—and you are to worship at a distance.

Numbers 12:6-8
He said, “Hear now My words: If there is a prophet among you, I, the LORD, will reveal Myself to him in a vision; I will speak to him in a dream. / But this is not so with My servant Moses; he is faithful in all My house. / I speak with him face to face, clearly and not in riddles; he sees the form of the LORD. Why then were you unafraid to speak against My servant Moses?”

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.


Treasury of Scripture

And when he came into the house, he suffered no man to go in, save Peter, and James, and John, and the father and the mother of the maiden.

he suffered.

1 Kings 17:19-23
And he said unto her, Give me thy son. And he took him out of her bosom, and carried him up into a loft, where he abode, and laid him upon his own bed…

2 Kings 4:4-6,34-36
And when thou art come in, thou shalt shut the door upon thee and upon thy sons, and shalt pour out into all those vessels, and thou shalt set aside that which is full…

Isaiah 42:2
He shall not cry, nor lift up, nor cause his voice to be heard in the street.

save.

Luke 6:14
Simon, (whom he also named Peter,) and Andrew his brother, James and John, Philip and Bartholomew,

Luke 9:28
And it came to pass about an eight days after these sayings, he took Peter and John and James, and went up into a mountain to pray.

Mark 5:37-40
And he suffered no man to follow him, save Peter, and James, and John the brother of James…

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Luke 8
1. Women minister unto Jesus of their own means.
4. Jesus, after he had preached from place to place,
9. explains the parable of the sower,
16. and the candle;
19. declares who are his mother, and brothers;
22. rebukes the winds;
26. casts the legion of demons out of the man into the herd of pigs;
37. is rejected by the Gadarenes;
43. heals the woman of her bleeding;
49. and raises Jairus's daughter from death.














When He arrived
This phrase marks the arrival of Jesus at a significant moment. The Greek word used here is "παραγίνομαι" (paraginomai), which means to come or to be present. This arrival is not just a physical presence but signifies the divine intervention of Jesus in a moment of crisis. Historically, Jesus' presence often brought hope and change, and this instance is no different. His arrival is a turning point, emphasizing His authority and compassion.

at the house
The house represents a place of personal and familial significance. In Jewish culture, the home was a central part of life, a place of safety and community. The Greek word "οἶκος" (oikos) is used, which can mean both a physical house and a household or family. This setting underscores the personal nature of Jesus' ministry, as He often entered homes to bring healing and teaching, showing that His work was not confined to public spaces but extended into the intimate areas of life.

He did not let anyone go in
This phrase highlights Jesus' intentionality and discernment. The Greek verb "εἰσέρχομαι" (eiserchomai) means to enter. By restricting access, Jesus creates a controlled environment, focusing on the faith and presence of those who truly believe. This action reflects His wisdom in managing the situation, ensuring that the atmosphere is conducive to the miracle He is about to perform. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of faith and the exclusion of doubt in witnessing God's power.

with Him
The phrase indicates companionship and support. The Greek "μετ᾽ αὐτοῦ" (met' autou) suggests a close association. Jesus often chose a select few to accompany Him during significant events, emphasizing the importance of community and shared faith. This companionship is a model for Christian fellowship, where believers are encouraged to support one another in faith and witness the works of God together.

except Peter, John, and James
These three disciples are often singled out in the Gospels for special moments with Jesus. Their inclusion here is significant, as they are part of Jesus' inner circle. Historically, Peter, John, and James were leaders in the early church, and their experiences with Jesus prepared them for their future roles. Their presence underscores the importance of leadership and mentorship in the Christian faith, as they were witnesses to Jesus' power and later shared these experiences to strengthen the early church.

and the child’s father and mother
The presence of the child's parents is crucial, as it highlights the personal and familial impact of Jesus' miracles. In Jewish culture, family was of utmost importance, and the inclusion of the parents signifies the restoration of their household. The Greek words "πατήρ" (patēr) and "μήτηρ" (mētēr) emphasize the parental roles, underscoring the compassion of Jesus in addressing the grief and loss experienced by the family. This moment is a testament to Jesus' care for individuals and families, offering hope and restoration in times of despair.

(51) Save Peter, and James, and John.--It will be noticed that St. Luke agrees with St. Mark in giving the names; St. Matthew omits them. St. Mark, however, states more definitely that none others were allowed even to go with Him.



Parallel Commentaries ...


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

He entered
Ἐλθὼν (Elthōn)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2064: To come, go.

the
τὴν (tēn)
Article - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

house,
οἰκίαν (oikian)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3614: From oikos; properly, residence, but usually an abode; by implication, a family.

He did not allow
ἀφῆκεν (aphēken)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 863: From apo and hiemi; to send forth, in various applications.

anyone
τινα (tina)
Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5100: Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. An enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object.

to go in
εἰσελθεῖν (eiselthein)
Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active
Strong's 1525: To go in, come in, enter. From eis and erchomai; to enter.

with
σὺν (syn)
Preposition
Strong's 4862: With. A primary preposition denoting union; with or together.

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.

except
εἰ (ei)
Conjunction
Strong's 1487: If. A primary particle of conditionality; if, whether, that, etc.

Peter,
Πέτρον (Petron)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4074: Peter, a Greek name meaning rock. Apparently a primary word; a rock; as a name, Petrus, an apostle.

John,
Ἰωάννην (Iōannēn)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2491: Of Hebrew origin; Joannes, the name of four Israelites.

James,
Ἰάκωβον (Iakōbon)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2385: The same as Iakob Graecized; Jacobus, the name of three Israelites.

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

the
τὸν (ton)
Article - Accusative 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.

child’s
παιδὸς (paidos)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3816: Perhaps from paio; a boy, or, a girl, and a child; specially, a slave or servant.

father
πατέρα (patera)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3962: Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a 'father'.

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

mother.
μητέρα (mētera)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3384: A mother. Apparently a primary word; a 'mother'.


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