Matthew 24:50
New International Version
The master of that servant will come on a day when he does not expect him and at an hour he is not aware of.

New Living Translation
The master will return unannounced and unexpected,

English Standard Version
the master of that servant will come on a day when he does not expect him and at an hour he does not know

Berean Standard Bible
The master of that servant will come on a day he does not expect and at an hour he does not anticipate.

Berean Literal Bible
the master of that servant will come in a day in which he does not expect, and in an hour which he is unaware,

King James Bible
The lord of that servant shall come in a day when he looketh not for him, and in an hour that he is not aware of,

New King James Version
the master of that servant will come on a day when he is not looking for him and at an hour that he is not aware of,

New American Standard Bible
then the master of that slave will come on a day that he does not expect, and at an hour that he does not know,

NASB 1995
the master of that slave will come on a day when he does not expect him and at an hour which he does not know,

NASB 1977
the master of that slave will come on a day when he does not expect him and at an hour which he does not know,

Legacy Standard Bible
the master of that slave will come on a day when he does not expect him and at an hour which he does not know,

Amplified Bible
the master of that servant will come on a day when he does not expect him and at an hour of which he is not aware,

Christian Standard Bible
that servant’s master will come on a day he does not expect him and at an hour he does not know.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
that slave’s master will come on a day he does not expect and at an hour he does not know.

American Standard Version
the lord of that servant shall come in a day when he expecteth not, and in an hour when he knoweth not,

Contemporary English Version
If that happens, the master will surely come on a day and at a time when the servant least expects him.

English Revised Version
the lord of that servant shall come in a day when he expecteth not, and in an hour when he knoweth not,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
His master will return unexpectedly.

Good News Translation
Then that servant's master will come back one day when the servant does not expect him and at a time he does not know.

International Standard Version
that servant's master will come on a day when he doesn't expect him and at an hour that he doesn't know.

Majority Standard Bible
The master of that servant will come on a day he does not expect and at an hour he does not anticipate.

NET Bible
then the master of that slave will come on a day when he does not expect him and at an hour he does not foresee,

New Heart English Bible
the lord of that servant will come in a day when he does not expect it, and in an hour when he does not know it,

Webster's Bible Translation
The Lord of that servant will come in a day when he looketh not for him, and in an hour that he is not aware of,

Weymouth New Testament
the master of that servant will arrive on a day when he is not expecting him and at an hour of which he has not been informed;

World English Bible
the lord of that servant will come in a day when he doesn’t expect it and in an hour when he doesn’t know it,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
the lord of that servant will arrive in a day when he does not expect, and in an hour of which he does not know,

Berean Literal Bible
the master of that servant will come in a day in which he does not expect, and in an hour which he is unaware,

Young's Literal Translation
the lord of that servant will arrive in a day when he doth not expect, and in an hour of which he doth not know,

Smith's Literal Translation
The lord of that servant shall come in a day that he expects not, and in an hour which he knows not,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The lord of that servant shall come in a day that he hopeth not, and at an hour that he knoweth not:

Catholic Public Domain Version
then the lord of that servant will arrive on a day that he does not expect, and at an hour that he does not know.

New American Bible
the servant’s master will come on an unexpected day and at an unknown hour

New Revised Standard Version
the master of that slave will come on a day when he does not expect him and at an hour that he does not know.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The Lord of that servant will come on a day when he does not expect, and at an hour that he does not know.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
The Lord of that servant will come on the day that he does not expect it, and in the hour in which he is not aware.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
the master of that servant will come in a day in which he looks not for him, and at an hour which he knows not,

Godbey New Testament
the lord of that servant will come in a day in which he does not expect, and an hour in which he does not know,

Haweis New Testament
the master of that servant will come in a day that he doth not expect him, and at an hour which he knoweth not.

Mace New Testament
the master of that servant will come in a day when he least expects it, and at an hour he is not aware of;

Weymouth New Testament
the master of that servant will arrive on a day when he is not expecting him and at an hour of which he has not been informed;

Worrell New Testament
the lord of that servant will come in a day when he is not expecting him, and in an hour when he knows not,

Worsley New Testament
the lord of that servant will come in a day when he doth not expect him, and in an hour which he knows not,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Readiness at Any Hour
49And he begins to beat his fellow servants and to eat and drink with drunkards. 50The master of that servant will come on a day he does not expect and at an hour he does not anticipate. 51Then he will cut him to pieces and assign him a place with the hypocrites, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.…

Cross References
Luke 12:46
The master of that servant will come on a day he does not expect and at an hour he does not anticipate. Then he will cut him to pieces and assign him a place with the unbelievers.

1 Thessalonians 5:2-3
For you are fully aware that the Day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. / While people are saying, “Peace and security,” destruction will come upon them suddenly, like labor pains on a pregnant woman, and they will not escape.

Revelation 3:3
Remember, then, what you have received and heard. Keep it and repent. If you do not wake up, I will come like a thief, and you will not know the hour when I will come upon you.

2 Peter 3:10
But the Day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar, the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and its works will be laid bare.

Mark 13:35-37
Therefore keep watch, because you do not know when the master of the house will return—whether in the evening, at midnight, when the rooster crows, or in the morning. / Otherwise, he may arrive without notice and find you sleeping. / And what I say to you, I say to everyone: Keep watch!”

Matthew 25:13
Therefore keep watch, because you do not know the day or the hour.

Luke 21:34-36
But watch yourselves, or your hearts will be weighed down by dissipation, drunkenness, and the worries of life—and that day will spring upon you suddenly like a snare. / For it will come upon all who dwell on the face of all the earth. / So keep watch at all times, and pray that you may have the strength to escape all that is about to happen and to stand before the Son of Man.”

1 Thessalonians 5:6
So then, let us not sleep as the others do, but let us remain awake and sober.

Revelation 16:15
“Behold, I am coming like a thief. Blessed is the one who remains awake and clothed, so that he will not go naked and let his shame be exposed.”

Matthew 7:21-23
Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of My Father in heaven. / Many will say to Me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in Your name, and in Your name drive out demons and perform many miracles?’ / Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you workers of lawlessness!’

1 Corinthians 4:5
Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men’s hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from God.

Hebrews 10:37
For, “In just a little while, He who is coming will come and will not delay.

James 5:8-9
You, too, be patient and strengthen your hearts, because the Lord’s coming is near. / Do not complain about one another, brothers, so that you will not be judged. Look, the Judge is standing at the door!

Ezekiel 12:25
because I, the LORD, will speak whatever word I speak, and it will be fulfilled without delay. For in your days, O rebellious house, I will speak a message and bring it to pass, declares the Lord GOD.’”

Isaiah 13:9-11
Behold, the Day of the LORD is coming—cruel, with fury and burning anger—to make the earth a desolation and to destroy the sinners within it. / For the stars of heaven and their constellations will not give their light. The rising sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light. / I will punish the world for its evil and the wicked for their iniquity. I will end the haughtiness of the arrogant and lay low the pride of the ruthless.


Treasury of Scripture

The lord of that servant shall come in a day when he looks not for him, and in an hour that he is not aware of,

come.

Matthew 24:42-44
Watch therefore: for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come…

Proverbs 29:1
He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.

1 Thessalonians 5:2,3
For yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night…

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Matthew 24
1. Jesus foretells the destruction of the temple;
3. what and how great calamities shall be before it;
29. the signs of his coming to judgment.
36. And because that day and hour are unknown,
42. we ought to watch like good servants, expecting our Master's coming.














The master of that servant
This phrase refers to the authority figure in the parable Jesus is telling. In the broader context of Matthew 24, Jesus is speaking about His second coming and the need for readiness. The "master" symbolizes Christ Himself, who has authority over all His servants, representing believers. The Greek word for "master" is "kyrios," which denotes someone with power and authority, often used in the New Testament to refer to Jesus as Lord. This highlights the sovereignty and ultimate authority of Christ over His followers.

will come
The phrase "will come" is significant in eschatological discussions, referring to the certainty of Christ's return. The Greek verb "erchomai" is used here, which means to come or to arrive. This verb is often used in the New Testament to describe the coming of the Son of Man, emphasizing the assuredness and inevitability of this event. It serves as a reminder to believers of the promise of Christ's return and the fulfillment of God's plan.

on a day he does not anticipate
This part of the verse underscores the unexpected nature of the master's return. The Greek word for "anticipate" is "prosdokao," which means to expect or look for. The use of this word indicates that the timing of the master's return is beyond human prediction. Historically, this reflects the Jewish understanding of the "Day of the Lord," a time known only to God. It serves as a warning to remain vigilant and prepared, as the exact timing of Christ's return is unknown.

and at an hour he does not expect
Similar to the previous phrase, this highlights the unpredictability of the timing. The Greek word for "expect" is "ginōskō," which means to know or perceive. This emphasizes the limited understanding humans have regarding divine timing. The repetition of the unexpected nature of the event serves to stress the importance of constant readiness and faithfulness in the life of a believer. It is a call to live in a state of spiritual alertness, always prepared for the Lord's return.

Verse 50. - Shall come, either actually by his appearance, or virtually by calling the guilty soul to judgment. When he looketh not for him (οὐ προσδοκᾷ, expecteth not). He has put away all thought of the sudden advent of the Lord. That he is not aware of (οὐ γινώσκει, be knoweth not). The awful hour was utterly unknown; but this has not made him watchful; hence be becomes unfaithful.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
The
(ho)
Article - Nominative 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.

master
κύριος (kyrios)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2962: Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.

of that
ἐκείνου (ekeinou)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 1565: That, that one there, yonder. From ekei; that one (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed.

servant
δούλου (doulou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 1401: (a) (as adj.) enslaved, (b) (as noun) a (male) slave. From deo; a slave.

will come
ἥξει (hēxei)
Verb - Future Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2240: To have come, be present, have arrived. A primary verb; to arrive, i.e. Be present.

on
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

a day
ἡμέρᾳ (hēmera)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 2250: A day, the period from sunrise to sunset.

he does not anticipate
προσδοκᾷ (prosdoka)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 4328: To expect, wait for, await, think, anticipate. From pros and dokeuo; to anticipate; by implication, to await.

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

at
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

an hour
ὥρᾳ (hōra)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 5610: Apparently a primary word; an 'hour'.

he does not expect.
γινώσκει (ginōskei)
Verb - Present 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.


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