New International Version Jesus answered him, “It is also written: ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’” New Living Translation Jesus responded, “The Scriptures also say, ‘You must not test the Lord your God.’” English Standard Version Jesus said to him, “Again it is written, ‘You shall not put the Lord your God to the test.’” Berean Standard Bible Jesus replied, “It is also written: ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’” Berean Literal Bible Jesus said to him, “Again it has been written: ‘You shall not test the Lord your God.’” King James Bible Jesus said unto him, It is written again, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God. New King James Version Jesus said to him, “It is written again, ‘You shall not tempt the LORD your God.’ ” New American Standard Bible Jesus said to him, “On the other hand, it is written: ‘YOU SHALL NOT PUT THE LORD YOUR GOD TO THE TEST.’” NASB 1995 Jesus said to him, “On the other hand, it is written, ‘YOU SHALL NOT PUT THE LORD YOUR GOD TO THE TEST.’” NASB 1977 Jesus said to him, “On the other hand, it is written, ‘YOU SHALL NOT PUT THE LORD YOUR GOD TO THE TEST.’” Legacy Standard Bible Jesus said to him, “Again, it is written, ‘YOU SHALL NOT PUT THE LORD YOUR GOD TO THE TEST.’” Amplified Bible Jesus said to him, “On the other hand, it is written and forever remains written, ‘YOU SHALL NOT TEST THE LORD YOUR GOD.’” Berean Annotated Bible Jesus (YHWH saves) replied, “It is also written: ‘Do not put the Lord {Kyrion} your God to the test <Deu 6:16>.’ Christian Standard Bible Jesus told him, “It is also written: Do not test the Lord your God. ” Holman Christian Standard Bible Jesus told him, “It is also written: Do not test the Lord your God.” American Standard Version Jesus said unto him, Again it is written, Thou shalt not make trial of the Lord thy God. Contemporary English Version Jesus answered, "The Scriptures also say, 'Don't try to test the Lord your God!'" English Revised Version Jesus said unto him, Again it is written, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God. GOD'S WORD® Translation Jesus said to him, "Again, Scripture says, 'Never tempt the Lord your God.' " Good News Translation Jesus answered, "But the scripture also says, 'Do not put the Lord your God to the test.'" International Standard Version Jesus responded to him, "It is also written, 'You must not tempt the Lord your God.'" NET Bible Jesus said to him, "Once again it is written: 'You are not to put the Lord your God to the test.'" New Heart English Bible Jesus said to him, "Again, it is written, 'Do not test the Lord your God.'" Webster's Bible Translation Jesus said to him, It is written again, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God. Weymouth New Testament "Again it is written," replied Jesus, "'Thou shalt not put the Lord thy God to the proof.'" Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleJesus replied, “It is also written: ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’” World English Bible Jesus said to him, “Again, it is written, ‘You shall not test the Lord, your God.’” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionJesus said to him again, “It has been written: You will not tempt the LORD your God.” Berean Literal Bible Jesus said to him, “Again it has been written: ‘You shall not test the Lord your God.’” Young's Literal Translation Jesus said to him again, 'It hath been written, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God.' Smith's Literal Translation Jesus said to him, Again has it been written, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleJesus said to him: It is written again: Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God. Catholic Public Domain Version Jesus said to him, “Again, it has been written: ‘You shall not tempt the Lord your God.’ ” New American Bible Jesus answered him, “Again it is written, ‘You shall not put the Lord, your God, to the test.’ ” New Revised Standard Version Jesus said to him, “Again it is written, ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleJesus said to him, Again it is written, that you shall not try out the Lord your God. Aramaic Bible in Plain English Yeshua said to him, “Again it is written: 'You shall not tempt THE LORD JEHOVAH your God.' “ NT Translations Anderson New TestamentJesus said to him: It is again written, You shall not put the Lord your God to the proof. Godbey New Testament Jesus said to him; Haweis New Testament Jesus said unto him, It is written again, Mace New Testament Jesus replied, it is likewise written, "Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God." Weymouth New Testament "Again it is written," replied Jesus, "'Thou shalt not put the Lord thy God to the proof.'" Worrell New Testament Jesus said to him, Worsley New Testament but Jesus said unto him, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Temptation of Jesus…6“If You are the Son of God,” he said, “throw Yourself down. For it is written: ‘He will command His angels concerning You, and they will lift You up in their hands, so that You will not strike Your foot against a stone.’ ” 7Jesus replied, “It is also written: ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’” 8Again, the devil took Him to a very high mountain and showed Him all the kingdoms of the world and their glory.… Cross References Jesus replied, Luke 4:12 But Jesus answered, “It also says, ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’” Luke 4:8 But Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God and serve Him only.’” Luke 4:4 But Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone.’” “It is also written: John 10:35 If he called them gods to whom the word of God came—and the Scripture cannot be broken— 2 Timothy 3:16-17 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, / so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work. 1 Corinthians 10:11 Now these things happened to them as examples and were written down as warnings for us, on whom the fulfillment of the ages has come. ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’” Deuteronomy 6:16 Do not test the LORD your God as you tested Him at Massah. Psalm 95:8-9 do not harden your hearts as you did at Meribah, in the day at Massah in the wilderness, / where your fathers tested and tried Me, though they had seen My work. 1 Corinthians 10:9 We should not test Christ, as some of them did, and were killed by snakes. Exodus 17:2 So the people contended with Moses, “Give us water to drink.” “Why do you contend with me?” Moses replied. “Why do you test the LORD?” Exodus 17:7 He named the place Massah and Meribah because the Israelites quarreled, and because they tested the LORD, saying, “Is the LORD among us or not?” Psalm 78:18 They willfully tested God by demanding the food they craved. Psalm 78:41 Again and again they tested God and provoked the Holy One of Israel. Psalm 95:9 where your fathers tested and tried Me, though they had seen My work. Isaiah 7:12 But Ahaz replied, “I will not ask; I will not test the LORD.” Numbers 14:22 not one of the men who have seen My glory and the signs I performed in Egypt and in the wilderness—yet have tested Me and disobeyed Me these ten times— Treasury of Scripture Jesus said to him, It is written again, You shall not tempt the Lord your God. It. Matthew 4:4,10 But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God… Matthew 21:16,42 And said unto him, Hearest thou what these say? And Jesus saith unto them, Yea; have ye never read, Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings thou hast perfected praise? … Matthew 22:31,32 But as touching the resurrection of the dead, have ye not read that which was spoken unto you by God, saying, … Thou. Exodus 17:2,7 Wherefore the people did chide with Moses, and said, Give us water that we may drink. And Moses said unto them, Why chide ye with me? wherefore do ye tempt the LORD? … Numbers 14:22 Because all those men which have seen my glory, and my miracles, which I did in Egypt and in the wilderness, and have tempted me now these ten times, and have not hearkened to my voice; Deuteronomy 6:16 Ye shall not tempt the LORD your God, as ye tempted him in Massah. Jump to Previous Hand Jesus Proof Tempt Test Trial Writings WrittenJump to Next Hand Jesus Proof Tempt Test Trial Writings WrittenMatthew 4 1. Jesus, fasting forty days, 3. is tempted by the devil and ministered unto by angels. 12. He dwells in Capernaum; 17. begins to preach; 18. calls Peter and Andrew, 21. James and John; 23. teaches and heals all the diseased. Jesus replied, Satan’s second temptation urged Jesus to force a public display of God’s protection. Jesus answered with Scripture, refusing to act independently of the Father’s will. Luk 4:12 But Jesus answered, “It also says, ‘Do not put…”… “It is also written: Satan had used Scripture to support a sinful demand, but Jesus answered with the fuller teaching of God’s Word. Jhn 10:35 If he called them gods to whom the word of God came—… ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’” Israel tested God at Massah by doubting His presence and demanding proof of His provision. Jesus refused to demand a dramatic rescue from the Father, trusting God without presumption and remaining obedient as the Son. Deu 6:16 Do not test the LORD your God as you tested Him at Massah. Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe central figure in this passage, Jesus is the Son of God who is being tempted by Satan in the wilderness. His response to temptation is a model for believers. 2. Satan The adversary who tempts Jesus, attempting to lead Him away from His divine mission and obedience to God. 3. Wilderness The setting of Jesus' temptation, symbolizing a place of testing and spiritual struggle. 4. Deuteronomy 6:16 The Old Testament scripture Jesus quotes, which refers to the Israelites' testing of God at Massah. 5. Massah A place where the Israelites tested God by doubting His provision, referenced in Deuteronomy 6:16. Teaching Points Understanding TemptationRecognize that temptation is a common experience, but it is not from God. Jesus' response teaches us to rely on Scripture to combat temptation. Scriptural Defense Jesus uses Scripture to counter Satan's temptations, highlighting the importance of knowing and applying God's Word in our lives. Trust in God's Provision Testing God often stems from a lack of trust. We are called to trust in God's provision and timing, as Jesus did. Avoiding Presumption Presuming upon God's protection or provision without His directive is a form of testing God. We must act in faith, not presumption. Learning from Israel's Mistakes The Israelites' testing of God serves as a warning. We should learn from their mistakes and strive to remain faithful and obedient. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Matthew 4:7?2. How does Matthew 4:7 guide us in resisting temptation in daily life? 3. What does "do not test the Lord" reveal about our relationship with God? 4. How does Matthew 4:7 connect with Deuteronomy 6:16 regarding testing God? 5. In what ways can we apply Matthew 4:7 to strengthen our faith? 6. How can Matthew 4:7 influence our understanding of God's sovereignty and trustworthiness? 7. What does "You shall not test the Lord your God" mean in Matthew 4:7? 8. How does Matthew 4:7 relate to the concept of faith without testing God? 9. Why did Jesus quote Deuteronomy in Matthew 4:7 during His temptation? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 4? (7) It is written again.--The words are, as already stated, from the chapter that contains one of the passages written on the phylacteries, that were probably used by our Lord Himself. As the words stand in Deuteronomy 6:16, their general meaning is specialised by an historical reference, "Ye shall not tempt the Lord thy God, as ye tempted Him in Massah." In the history thus referred to, the sin of the people had been that they questioned the presence of God with them until they saw a supernatural proof of it. They asked, "Is Jehovah among us, or not?" and that question sprang from unbelief. To have demanded a like proof of His Father's care now would have identified the Son of Man with a like spirit of distrust, and the history of that temptation was therefore a sufficient answer to this. Here, too, a light is thrown on the future teaching of the Christ. The lessons of the wilderness taught Him (the word may seem bold, but it is justified by Hebrews 5:8) to commit Himself absolutely to His Father's will. We find almost an echo of what is recorded here in the words which tell us that He forbore to pray for the twelve legions of angels which the Father would have sent him (Matthew 26:53).Verse 7. - It is written again; i.e. in addition, not to our Lord's previous quotation (ver. 4), in which case we should expect to lind πάλιν in ver. 10, but to the devil's appeal to Scripture. Bengel, "Scriptura per Scripturam interpretanda et concilianda" (cf. Art. XX., "Neither may it [the Church] so expound one place of Scripture that it be repugnant to another"). Thou shalt not tempt (Deuteronomy 6:16, verbally from the LXX., and equivalent to the Hebrew, except that the Hebrew verb is in the plural). In Deuteronomy the sentence continues, "as ye tempted him in Massah;" i.e. ye shall not test the reality of his presence and the greatness of his power as ye did (Exodus 17:1-7) at Rephidim. The act proposed to our Lord would have been precisely parallel to that sin of old (cf. Judith's words to the people of Bethulia that, by fixing a limit of days for God to deliver them, they in reality tempted God [ἐπειράσατε τὸν Θεόν] Judith 8:12: cf. also Psalm 78:41). "In this refusal of Christ's are implicitly condemned all who run before they are sent, who thrust themselves into perils to which they are not called; all who would fain be reformers, but whom God has not raised up and equipped for the work of reformation; and who therefore for the most part bring themselves and their cause together to shame, dishonour, and defeat; with all those who presumptuously draw drafts on the faithfulness of God, which they have no scriptural warrant to justify them in believing that He will honour" (Trench, 'Studies,' p. 43). Matthew 4:7 shows Jesus answering temptation with unshakable confidence in written Scripture. He affirms the permanent authority of God’s Word, rejects any attempt to manipulate the Father, and models a faith that trusts rather than tests. Believers are called to follow His pattern—standing on Scripture, resisting the devil, and trusting God without demanding proofs. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek JesusἸησοῦς (Iēsous) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. replied, Ἔφη (Ephē) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 5346: To say, declare. Properly, the same as the base of phos and phaino; to show or make known one's thoughts, i.e. Speak or say. “It is also written: γέγραπται (gegraptai) Verb - Perfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1125: A primary verb; to 'grave', especially to write; figuratively, to describe. ‘Do not put ἐκπειράσεις (ekpeiraseis) Verb - Future Indicative Active - 2nd Person Singular Strong's 1598: To put to the test, make trial of, tempt, try. From ek and peirazo; to test thoroughly. [the] Lord Κύριον (Kyrion) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 2962: Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master. your σου (sou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Singular Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. God {to the test}.’” Θεόν (Theon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. Additonal Resources Matthew 4:7 Blue Letter BibleMatthew 4:7 Bible Gateway Matthew 4:7 Bible.com Matthew 4:7 NIV |
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