Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version He called a little child to him, and placed the child among them. New Living Translation Jesus called a little child to him and put the child among them. English Standard Version And calling to him a child, he put him in the midst of them Berean Standard Bible Jesus invited a little child to stand among them. Berean Literal Bible And having summoned a child, He set it in their midst, King James Bible And Jesus called a little child unto him, and set him in the midst of them, New King James Version Then Jesus called a little child to Him, set him in the midst of them, New American Standard Bible And He called a child to Himself and set him among them, NASB 1995 And He called a child to Himself and set him before them, NASB 1977 And He called a child to Himself and set him before them, Legacy Standard Bible And He called a child to Himself and set him before them, Amplified Bible He called a little child and set him before them, Christian Standard Bible He called a small child and had him stand among them. Holman Christian Standard Bible Then He called a child to Him and had him stand among them. American Standard Version And he called to him a little child, and set him in the midst of them, Contemporary English Version Jesus called for a child to come over and stand near him. English Revised Version And he called to him a little child, and set him in the midst of them, GOD'S WORD® Translation He called a little child and had him stand among them. Good News Translation So Jesus called a child to come and stand in front of them, International Standard Version Calling a little child forward, he had him stand among them. NET Bible He called a child, had him stand among them, New Heart English Bible He called a little child to himself, and set him in the midst of them, Webster's Bible Translation And Jesus called a little child to him, and set him in the midst of them, Weymouth New Testament So He called a young child to Him, and, bidding him stand in the midst of them, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleJesus invited a little child to stand among them. World English Bible Jesus called a little child to himself, and set him in the middle of them Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Jesus having called near a child, set him in the midst of them, Berean Literal Bible And having summoned a child, He set it in their midst, Young's Literal Translation And Jesus having called near a child, did set him in the midst of them, Smith's Literal Translation And Jesus, having called a young child, set it in the midst of them, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Jesus calling unto him a little child, set him in the midst of them, Catholic Public Domain Version And Jesus, calling to himself a little child, placed him in their midst. New American Bible He called a child over, placed it in their midst, New Revised Standard Version He called a child, whom he put among them, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleSo Jesus called a little boy, and made him to stand up in the midst of them, Aramaic Bible in Plain English And Yeshua called a boy and stood him in their midst. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd Jesus called a little child to him, and placed him in the midst of them, Godbey New Testament And Jesus calling a little child to Him, placed it in the midst of them, Haweis New Testament And Jesus calling a little boy, set him in the midst of them, Mace New Testament and Jesus called a child to him, set him in the midst of them, Weymouth New Testament So He called a young child to Him, and, bidding him stand in the midst of them, Worrell New Testament And, having called a little child to Him, He placed it in the midst of them, Worsley New Testament And Jesus calling to Him a little child, set it in the midst of them, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Greatest in the Kingdom1At that time the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Who then is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” 2 Jesus invited a little child to stand among them. 3“Truly I tell you,” He said, “unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.… Cross References Mark 9:36-37 Then He had a little child stand among them. Taking the child in His arms, He said to them, / “Whoever welcomes one of these little children in My name welcomes Me, and whoever welcomes Me welcomes not only Me, but the One who sent Me.” Luke 9:47-48 But Jesus, knowing the thoughts of their hearts, had a little child stand beside Him. / And He said to them, “Whoever welcomes this little child in My name welcomes Me, and whoever welcomes Me welcomes the One who sent Me. For whoever is the least among all of you, he is the greatest.” Matthew 19:13-15 Then little children were brought to Jesus for Him to place His hands on them and pray for them. And the disciples rebuked those who brought them. / But Jesus said, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them! For the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” / And after He had placed His hands on them, He went on from there. Mark 10:13-16 Now people were bringing the little children to Jesus for Him to place His hands on them, and the disciples rebuked those who brought them. / But when Jesus saw this, He was indignant and told them, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them! For the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. / Truly I tell you, anyone who does not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” ... Luke 18:15-17 Now people were even bringing their babies to Jesus for Him to place His hands on them. And when the disciples saw this, they rebuked those who brought them. / But Jesus called the children to Him and said, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them! For the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. / Truly I tell you, anyone who does not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” 1 Peter 2:2 Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, 1 Corinthians 14:20 Brothers, stop thinking like children. In regard to evil be infants, but in your thinking be mature. Matthew 11:25 At that time Jesus declared, “I praise You, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because You have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children. John 3:3 Jesus replied, “Truly, truly, I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless he is born again.” Galatians 4:19 My children, for whom I am again in the pains of childbirth until Christ is formed in you, Ephesians 4:14 Then we will no longer be infants, tossed about by the waves and carried around by every wind of teaching and by the clever cunning of men in their deceitful scheming. Psalm 131:1-2 A song of ascents. Of David. My heart is not proud, O LORD, my eyes are not haughty. I do not aspire to great things or matters too lofty for me. / Surely I have stilled and quieted my soul; like a weaned child with his mother, like a weaned child is my soul within me. Isaiah 11:6 The wolf will live with the lamb, and the leopard will lie down with the goat; the calf and young lion and fatling will be together, and a little child will lead them. Isaiah 28:9 Whom is He trying to teach? To whom is He explaining His message? To infants just weaned from milk? To babies removed from the breast? Proverbs 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it. Treasury of Scripture And Jesus called a little child to him, and set him in the middle of them, Matthew 19:13,14 Then were there brought unto him little children, that he should put his hands on them, and pray: and the disciples rebuked them… 1 Kings 3:7 And now, O LORD my God, thou hast made thy servant king instead of David my father: and I am but a little child: I know not how to go out or come in. Jeremiah 1:7 But the LORD said unto me, Say not, I am a child: for thou shalt go to all that I shall send thee, and whatsoever I command thee thou shalt speak. Jump to Previous Bidding Child Jesus Little Middle Midst Stand YoungJump to Next Bidding Child Jesus Little Middle Midst Stand YoungMatthew 18 1. Jesus warns his disciples to be humble and harmless,7. to avoid offenses, 10. and not to despise the little ones; 15. teaches how we are to deal with our brothers when they offend us, 21. and how often to forgive them; 23. which he sets forth by a parable of the king who took account of his servants, 32. and punished him who showed no mercy to his fellow servant. Jesus invited This action by Jesus is significant as it demonstrates His intentional teaching method. Jesus often used everyday situations and objects to convey deeper spiritual truths. By inviting a child, He sets the stage for a lesson on humility and greatness in the kingdom of heaven. This invitation is a call to attention, emphasizing the importance of what He is about to teach. a little child to stand among them Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe central figure in the New Testament, the Son of God, who is teaching His disciples about the kingdom of heaven. 2. Little Child Represents innocence, humility, and dependence, which Jesus uses as an example for His disciples. 3. Disciples Followers of Jesus who are being taught about the values of the kingdom of heaven. 4. Setting This event takes place during Jesus' ministry, likely in a house in Capernaum, where He often taught His disciples. Teaching Points Childlike HumilityJesus uses a child to illustrate the humility required to enter the kingdom of heaven. Believers are called to adopt a posture of humility, recognizing their dependence on God. Innocence and Purity The child represents innocence and purity. Christians are encouraged to pursue purity in their thoughts and actions, striving to live lives that reflect the holiness of God. Dependence on God Just as a child depends on their parents, believers are to depend on God for guidance, provision, and strength. This dependence fosters a deeper relationship with God. Teachability Children are naturally teachable and open to learning. Christians should maintain a teachable spirit, eager to grow in their understanding of God's Word and His will for their lives. Community and Care Jesus' action of calling a child among the disciples highlights the importance of community and caring for the vulnerable. Believers are called to create welcoming and nurturing environments for all, especially the least among us. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Matthew 18What is the Bible's view on children born out of wedlock? What does the Bible say regarding daughters? Did Jesus ever experience laughter? Deuteronomy 2:34 describes the total destruction of entire cities, including children; how can this be reconciled with a merciful and just God?(2) Jesus called a little child unto him.--As the conversation was "in the house" (Mark 9:33), and that house probably was Peter's, the child may have been one of his. As in other like incidents (Matthew 19:13; Matthew 21:15-16), we may recognise in our Lord's act a recognition of the special beauty of childhood, a tender love for the gracious trust and freedom from rivalry which it shows when, as yet, the taint of egotism is undeveloped. St. Mark adds that He folded His arms round the child as in loving fondness, and, before He did so, uttered the warning words, "If any one will (wishes to) be first, he shall be last of all and servant of all." A late tradition of the Eastern Church identified the child with Ignatius, Bishop of Antioch, taking the name which he gave himself as passive, ???????? (Theo-phoros), "one who had been carried or borne by God." Ignatius himself, however, uses it in its active sense, "one who carries God within him."Verse 2. - A little child. Our Lord teaches, not only by spoken parables, but by symbolical actions also. This was not a mere infant, as Christ is said to have called him unto him. A tradition, mentioned by Nicephorus ('Hist. Eccl.,' 2:35), asserts that this child was the famous martyr Ignatius. Set him in the midst of them. Taking him in his arms, as St. Mark tells. What a picture of Christ's tenderness and human love! From the boy's trustfulness and submission he draws a needed lesson for the ambitious apostles. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek [Jesus] calledπροσκαλεσάμενος (proskalesamenos) Verb - Aorist Participle Middle - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 4341: To call to myself, summon. Middle voice from pros and kaleo; to call toward oneself, i.e. Summon, invite. a little child παιδίον (paidion) Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular Strong's 3813: Neuter diminutive of pais; a childling, i.e., an infant, or a half-grown boy or girl; figuratively, an immature Christian. to stand ἔστησεν (estēsen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 2476: A prolonged form of a primary stao stah'-o; to stand, used in various applications. among them. μέσῳ (mesō) Adjective - Dative Neuter Singular Strong's 3319: Middle, in the middle, between, in the midst of. From meta; middle (neuter) noun). Links Matthew 18:2 NIVMatthew 18:2 NLT Matthew 18:2 ESV Matthew 18:2 NASB Matthew 18:2 KJV Matthew 18:2 BibleApps.com Matthew 18:2 Biblia Paralela Matthew 18:2 Chinese Bible Matthew 18:2 French Bible Matthew 18:2 Catholic Bible NT Gospels: Matthew 18:2 Jesus called a little child to himself (Matt. Mat Mt) |
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