Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version But he did not consummate their marriage until she gave birth to a son. And he gave him the name Jesus. New Living Translation But he did not have sexual relations with her until her son was born. And Joseph named him Jesus. English Standard Version but knew her not until she had given birth to a son. And he called his name Jesus. Berean Standard Bible But he had no union with her until she gave birth to a Son. And he gave Him the name Jesus. Berean Literal Bible But he did not know her until she had brought forth a Son, and he called His name Jesus. King James Bible And knew her not till she had brought forth her firstborn son: and he called his name JESUS. New King James Version and did not know her till she had brought forth her firstborn Son. And he called His name JESUS. New American Standard Bible but kept her a virgin until she gave birth to a Son; and he named Him Jesus. NASB 1995 but kept her a virgin until she gave birth to a Son; and he called His name Jesus. NASB 1977 and kept her a virgin until she gave birth to a Son; and he called His name Jesus. Legacy Standard Bible but kept her a virgin until she gave birth to a Son; and he called His name Jesus. Amplified Bible but he kept her a virgin until she had given birth to a Son [her firstborn child]; and he named Him Jesus (The LORD is salvation). Christian Standard Bible but did not have sexual relations with her until she gave birth to a son. And he named him Jesus. Holman Christian Standard Bible but did not know her intimately until she gave birth to a son. And he named Him Jesus. American Standard Version and knew her not till she had brought forth a son: and he called his name JESUS. Contemporary English Version But they did not sleep together before her baby was born. Then Joseph named him Jesus. English Revised Version and knew her not till she had brought forth a son: and he called his name JESUS. GOD'S WORD® Translation He did not have marital relations with her before she gave birth to a son. Joseph named the child Jesus. Good News Translation But he had no sexual relations with her before she gave birth to her son. And Joseph named him Jesus. International Standard Version He did not have marital relations with her until she had given birth to a son; and he named him Jesus. Majority Standard Bible But he had no union with her until she gave birth to her firstborn Son. And he gave Him the name Jesus. NET Bible but did not have marital relations with her until she gave birth to a son, whom he named Jesus. New Heart English Bible and had no marital relations with her until she had brought forth a son; and he named him Jesus. Webster's Bible Translation And knew her not till she had brought forth her first-born son: and he called his name JESUS. Weymouth New Testament but did not live with her until she had given birth to a son. The child's name he called JESUS. World English Bible and didn’t know her sexually until she had given birth to her firstborn son. He named him Jesus. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand did not know her until she brought forth her Son—the firstborn, and he called His Name Jesus. Berean Literal Bible But he did not know her until she had brought forth a Son, and he called His name Jesus. Young's Literal Translation and did not know her till she brought forth her son -- the first-born, and he called his name Jesus. Smith's Literal Translation And he took to himself his wife, and knew her not till she brought forth her first born son: and be called his name Jesus. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he knew her not till she brought forth her firstborn son: and he called his name JESUS. Catholic Public Domain Version And he knew her not, yet she bore her son, the firstborn. And he called his name JESUS. New American Bible He had no relations with her until she bore a son, and he named him Jesus. New Revised Standard Version but had no marital relations with her until she had borne a son; and he named him Jesus. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he did not know her until she gave birth to her first-born son; and she called his name Jesus. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And he did not know her sexually until she delivered her firstborn son, and she called his name Yeshua. NT Translations Anderson New Testamentand knew her not till she had brought forth her first-born son. And he called his name Jesus. Godbey New Testament and he took his wife to himself, and did not know her until she brought forth a son, and called his name Jesus. Haweis New Testament and he knew her not, until she had brought forth her son, the first begotten, and he called his name Jesus. Mace New Testament but did not cohabit with her as a wife, before she had-brought forth her first-born son; whom he named JESUS. Weymouth New Testament but did not live with her until she had given birth to a son. The child's name he called JESUS. Worrell New Testament and he knew her not, until she brought forth a Son, and he called His name Jesus. Worsley New Testament and he knew her not, till she brought forth her Son the first-born, and he called his name Jesus. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Birth of Jesus…24When Joseph woke up, he did as the angel of the Lord had commanded him, and embraced Mary as his wife. 25But he had no union with her until she gave birth to a Son. And he gave Him the name Jesus. Cross References Isaiah 7:14 Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin will be with child and give birth to a son, and will call Him Immanuel. Luke 2:7 And she gave birth to her firstborn, a Son. She wrapped Him in swaddling cloths and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. Luke 1:34-35 “How can this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?” / The angel replied, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the Holy One to be born will be called the Son of God. Genesis 3:15 And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your seed and her seed. He will crush your head, and you will strike his heel.” John 1:14 The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. Galatians 4:4 But when the time had fully come, God sent His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, Hebrews 2:14 Now since the children have flesh and blood, He too shared in their humanity, so that by His death He might destroy him who holds the power of death, that is, the devil, Romans 1:3 regarding His Son, who was a descendant of David according to the flesh, Philippians 2:7 but emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant, being made in human likeness. 1 Timothy 3:16 By common confession, the mystery of godliness is great: He appeared in the flesh, was vindicated by the Spirit, was seen by angels, was proclaimed among the nations, was believed in throughout the world, was taken up in glory. Revelation 12:5 And she gave birth to a son, a male child, who will rule all the nations with an iron scepter. And her child was caught up to God and to His throne. Micah 5:2 But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come forth for Me One to be ruler over Israel—One whose origins are of old, from the days of eternity. Psalm 2:7 I will proclaim the decree spoken to Me by the LORD: “You are My Son; today I have become Your Father. 2 Samuel 7:12-14 And when your days are fulfilled and you rest with your fathers, I will raise up your descendant after you, who will come from your own body, and I will establish his kingdom. / He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. / I will be his Father, and he will be My son. When he does wrong, I will discipline him with the rod of men and with the blows of the sons of men. Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Treasury of Scripture And knew her not till she had brought forth her firstborn son: and he called his name JESUS. she. Exodus 13:2 Sanctify unto me all the firstborn, whatsoever openeth the womb among the children of Israel, both of man and of beast: it is mine. Exodus 22:29 Thou shalt not delay to offer the first of thy ripe fruits, and of thy liquors: the firstborn of thy sons shalt thou give unto me. Luke 2:7 And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn. and he. Luke 2:21 And when eight days were accomplished for the circumcising of the child, his name was called JESUS, which was so named of the angel before he was conceived in the womb. Jump to Previous Birth Borne Child's Connection Firstborn First-Born Forth Jesus Kept Live Sexually Union VirginJump to Next Birth Borne Child's Connection Firstborn First-Born Forth Jesus Kept Live Sexually Union VirginMatthew 1 1. The genealogy of Jesus from Abraham to Joseph.18. He is miraculously conceived of the Holy Spirit by the Virgin Mary. 19. The angel satisfies the doubts of Joseph, 21. and declares the names and office of Jesus; 25. Jesus is born But he had no union with her This phrase emphasizes Joseph's righteousness and obedience to God's command. The Greek word for "union" here is "ginōskō," which often implies an intimate, marital relationship. Joseph's restraint highlights his respect for Mary and the divine nature of Jesus' conception. This act of self-control and respect for God's plan is a testament to Joseph's character and faithfulness. Historically, this also underscores the belief in the virgin birth, a cornerstone of Christian doctrine, affirming that Jesus was conceived by the Holy Spirit, not by human means. until she gave birth to a Son And he gave Him the name Jesus Persons / Places / Events 1. JosephThe earthly father of Jesus, a righteous man who obeyed God's command to take Mary as his wife despite the unusual circumstances of her pregnancy. 2. Mary The mother of Jesus, a virgin chosen by God to bear His Son, fulfilling the prophecy of the virgin birth. 3. Jesus The Son of God, whose birth is the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies and the beginning of the New Covenant. 4. Bethlehem The prophesied birthplace of Jesus, connecting to the lineage of David and fulfilling Micah 5:2. 5. The Virgin Birth A miraculous event prophesied in Isaiah 7:14, emphasizing the divine nature of Jesus' conception and birth. Teaching Points The Importance of ObedienceJoseph's obedience to God's command, despite societal norms and personal doubts, serves as a model for us to trust and follow God's will. The Fulfillment of Prophecy The virgin birth of Jesus is a testament to God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises, encouraging us to trust in His Word. The Significance of Names The name "Jesus" means "The Lord saves," reflecting His mission to save humanity from sin. This reminds us of the power and purpose behind names in Scripture. The Role of Faith in Uncertainty Both Joseph and Mary demonstrated faith in God's plan despite the unknowns, encouraging us to rely on God in uncertain times. The Divine Nature of Jesus The virgin birth underscores Jesus' divine nature, affirming His identity as both fully God and fully man, which is central to our faith.(25) Till she had brought forth her first-born son.--The word "firstborn" is not found in the best MSS. The questions which meet us here, unprofitable as they are, cannot be altogether passed over. What bearing have these words on the widespread belief of Christendom in the perpetual maidenhood of Mary? On what grounds does that belief itself rest?Verse 25. - And knew her not. The tense (ἐγίνωσκεν) brings out the continuance of Joseph's obedient self-restraint. "He was dwelling in holiness with her" (Tatian's 'Diatess.'). Till she had brought forth her firstborn Son. Thus the angel's promise is so far fulfilled. A son (Revised Version); "her firstborn," though found as early as Tatian's.' Diatess.,' having been added from Luke 2:7. Though no great stress can be laid on the word "till" (ἕως [οϋ], Basil refers to Genesis 8:7; comp. also Psalm exit. 8), nor even on "firstborn," which suggested to a Jew rather consecration (Luke 2:23) than the birth of other children (comp. Bishop Lightfoot on Galatians, p. 270, edit. 1890); yet it is a reasonable inference from the passage as a whole that the οὐκ ἐγίνωσκεν was not continued after the birth of the Son. Whether, however, other children were born to Mary or not, the true text of this passage gives no hint. And he called his name JESUS (ver. 21, note). Observe that this name had already occurred in Joseph's family (Luke 3:29). It is, however, now given in sign of Joseph's faith in him and his work.
Greek [But]καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. he had no union with ἐγίνωσκεν (eginōsken) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1097: A prolonged form of a primary verb; to 'know' in a great variety of applications and with many implications. her αὐτὴν (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. until ἕως (heōs) Preposition Strong's 2193: A conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until. she gave birth to ἔτεκεν (eteken) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 5088: A strengthened form of a primary teko tek'-o; to produce, literally or figuratively. a Son. υἱόν (huion) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 5207: A son, descendent. Apparently a primary word; a 'son', used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship. And καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. he gave Him the name ἐκάλεσεν (ekalesen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 2564: (a) I call, summon, invite, (b) I call, name. Akin to the base of keleuo; to 'call'. Jesus. Ἰησοῦν (Iēsoun) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. Links Matthew 1:25 NIVMatthew 1:25 NLT Matthew 1:25 ESV Matthew 1:25 NASB Matthew 1:25 KJV Matthew 1:25 BibleApps.com Matthew 1:25 Biblia Paralela Matthew 1:25 Chinese Bible Matthew 1:25 French Bible Matthew 1:25 Catholic Bible NT Gospels: Matthew 1:25 And didn't know her sexually until she (Matt. Mat Mt) |
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