Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Then Jesus said to the centurion, “Go! Let it be done just as you believed it would.” And his servant was healed at that moment. New Living Translation Then Jesus said to the Roman officer, “Go back home. Because you believed, it has happened.” And the young servant was healed that same hour. English Standard Version And to the centurion Jesus said, “Go; let it be done for you as you have believed.” And the servant was healed at that very moment. Berean Standard Bible Then Jesus said to the centurion, “Go! As you have believed, so will it be done for you.” And his servant was healed at that very hour. Berean Literal Bible And Jesus said to the centurion, “Go! As you believed, let it be to you.” And his servant was healed in that very hour. King James Bible And Jesus said unto the centurion, Go thy way; and as thou hast believed, so be it done unto thee. And his servant was healed in the selfsame hour. New King James Version Then Jesus said to the centurion, “Go your way; and as you have believed, so let it be done for you.” And his servant was healed that same hour. New American Standard Bible And Jesus said to the centurion, “Go; it shall be done for you as you have believed.” And the servant was healed at that very moment. NASB 1995 And Jesus said to the centurion, “Go; it shall be done for you as you have believed.” And the servant was healed that very moment. NASB 1977 And Jesus said to the centurion, “Go your way; let it be done to you as you have believed.” And the servant was healed that very hour. Legacy Standard Bible And Jesus said to the centurion, “Go; it shall be done for you as you have believed.” And the servant was healed that very moment. Amplified Bible Then Jesus said to the centurion, “Go; it will be done for you as you have believed.” And the servant was restored to health at that very hour. Berean Annotated Bible Then Jesus (YHWH saves) said to the centurion (commander of a hundred), “Go! As you have believed (had faith), so will it be done for you. And his servant was healed at that very hour. Christian Standard Bible Then Jesus told the centurion, “Go. As you have believed, let it be done for you.” And his servant was healed that very moment. Holman Christian Standard Bible Then Jesus told the centurion, “Go. As you have believed, let it be done for you.” And his servant was cured that very moment. American Standard Version And Jesus said unto the centurion, Go thy way; as thou hast believed, so be it done unto thee. And the servant was healed in that hour. Contemporary English Version Then Jesus said to the officer, "You may go home now. Your faith has made it happen." Right then his servant was healed. English Revised Version And Jesus said unto the centurion, Go thy way; as thou hast believed, so be it done unto thee. And the servant was healed in that hour. GOD'S WORD® Translation Jesus told the officer, "Go! What you believed will be done for you." And at that moment the servant was healed. Good News Translation Then Jesus said to the officer, "Go home, and what you believe will be done for you." And the officer's servant was healed that very moment. International Standard Version "Go," Jesus told the centurion, "and it will be done for you, just as you have believed." And his servant was healed that very hour. NET Bible Then Jesus said to the centurion, "Go; just as you believed, it will be done for you." And the servant was healed at that hour. New Heart English Bible And Jesus said to the centurion, "Go your way. Let it be done for you as you have believed." And the servant was healed in that hour. Webster's Bible Translation And Jesus said to the centurion, Depart; and as thou hast believed, so be it done to thee. And his servant was healed in the same hour. Weymouth New Testament And Jesus said to the Captain, "Go, and just as you have believed, so be it for you." And the servant recovered precisely at that time. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen Jesus said to the centurion, “Go! As you have believed, so will it be done for you.” And his servant was healed at that very hour. World English Bible Jesus said to the centurion, “Go your way. Let it be done for you as you have believed.” His servant was healed in that hour. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Jesus said to the centurion, “Go, and as you believed let it be to you”; and his young man was healed in that hour. Berean Literal Bible And Jesus said to the centurion, “Go! As you believed, let it be to you.” And his servant was healed in that very hour. Young's Literal Translation And Jesus said to the centurion, 'Go, and as thou didst believe let it be to thee;' and his young man was healed in that hour. Smith's Literal Translation And Jesus said to the captain of a hundred, Retire; as thou hast believed, let it be to thee. And his servant was healed in that hour. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Jesus said to the centurion: Go, and as thou hast believed, so be it done to thee. And the servant was healed at the same hour. Catholic Public Domain Version And Jesus said to the centurion, “Go, and just as you have believed, so let it be done for you.” And the servant was healed at that very hour. New American Bible And Jesus said to the centurion, “You may go; as you have believed, let it be done for you.” And at that very hour [his] servant was healed. New Revised Standard Version And to the centurion Jesus said, “Go; let it be done for you according to your faith.” And the servant was healed in that hour. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleSo Jesus said to the centurion, Go, let it be done to you according to your belief. And his boy was healed in that very hour. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And Yeshua said to that Centurion, “Go, it will be done for you just as you have believed”, and his boy was healed at that moment. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd Jesus said to the centurion: Go, and as you have believed, so be it to you. And his servant was restored to health in that hour. Godbey New Testament And Jesus said to the centurion, Haweis New Testament And Jesus said to the centurion, Go; and as thou hast believed, be it to thee. And his servant was cured at that very hour. Mace New Testament and Jesus said to the centurion, go thy way, what you believed could be done, is effected for you, and his servant was healed in that very hour. Weymouth New Testament And Jesus said to the Captain, "Go, and just as you have believed, so be it for you." And the servant recovered precisely at that time. Worrell New Testament And Jesus said to the centurion, Worsley New Testament And Jesus said to the centurion, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Faith of the Centurion…12But the sons of the kingdom will be thrown into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.” 13Then Jesus said to the centurion, “Go! As you have believed, so will it be done for you.” And his servant was healed at that very hour. 14When Jesus arrived at Peter’s house, He saw Peter’s mother-in-law sick in bed with a fever.… Cross References Then Jesus said to the centurion, Luke 7:6-9 So Jesus went with them. But when He was not far from the house, the centurion sent friends with the message: “Lord, do not trouble Yourself, for I am not worthy to have You come under my roof. / That is why I did not consider myself worthy to come to You. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed. / For I myself am a man under authority, with soldiers under me. I tell one to go, and he goes, and another to come, and he comes. I tell my servant to do something, and he does it.” … Matthew 27:54 When the centurion and those with him who were guarding Jesus saw the earthquake and all that had happened, they were terrified and said, “Truly this was the Son of God.” Mark 15:39 When the centurion standing there in front of Jesus saw how He had breathed His last, he said, “Truly this man was the Son of God!” “Go! John 4:50 “Go,” said Jesus. “Your son will live.” The man took Jesus at His word and departed. Luke 17:14 When Jesus saw them, He said, “Go, show yourselves to the priests.” And as they were on their way, they were cleansed. 2 Kings 5:10-14 Then Elisha sent him a messenger, who said, “Go and wash yourself seven times in the Jordan, and your flesh will be restored, and you will be clean.” / But Naaman went away angry, saying, “I thought that he would surely come out, stand and call on the name of the LORD his God, and wave his hand over the spot to cure my leprosy. / Are not the Abanah and Pharpar, the rivers of Damascus, better than all the waters of Israel? Could I not have washed in them and been cleansed?” So he turned and went away in a rage. … As you have believed, Mark 10:52 “Go,” said Jesus, “your faith has healed you.” And immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road. Luke 18:42 “Receive your sight!” Jesus replied. “Your faith has healed you.” Luke 7:50 And Jesus told the woman, “Your faith has saved you; go in peace.” so will it be done for you.” Matthew 9:29 Then He touched their eyes and said, “According to your faith will it be done to you.” Matthew 15:28 “O woman,” Jesus answered, “your faith is great! Let it be done for you as you desire.” And her daughter was healed from that very hour. Mark 11:24 Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. And his servant was healed at that very hour. Luke 7:10 And when the messengers returned to the house, they found the servant in good health. John 4:52-53 So he inquired as to the hour when his son had recovered, and they told him, “The fever left him yesterday at the seventh hour.” / Then the father realized that this was the very hour in which Jesus had told him, “Your son will live.” And he and all his household believed. Mark 7:30 And she went home and found her child lying on the bed, and the demon was gone. Luke 7:9-10 When Jesus heard this, He marveled at the centurion. Turning to the crowd following Him, He said, “I tell you, not even in Israel have I found such great faith.” / And when the messengers returned to the house, they found the servant in good health. Treasury of Scripture And Jesus said to the centurion, Go your way; and as you have believed, so be it done to you. And his servant was healed in the selfsame hour. Go. Matthew 8:4 And Jesus saith unto him, See thou tell no man; but go thy way, shew thyself to the priest, and offer the gift that Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them. Ecclesiastes 9:7 Go thy way, eat thy bread with joy, and drink thy wine with a merry heart; for God now accepteth thy works. Mark 7:29 And he said unto her, For this saying go thy way; the devil is gone out of thy daughter. and as. Matthew 9:29,30 Then touched he their eyes, saying, According to your faith be it unto you… Matthew 15:28 Then Jesus answered and said unto her, O woman, great is thy faith: be it unto thee even as thou wilt. And her daughter was made whole from that very hour. Matthew 17:20 And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you. And his. John 4:52,53 Then inquired he of them the hour when he began to amend. And they said unto him, Yesterday at the seventh hour the fever left him… Jump to Previous Believe Believed Captain Centurion Depart Healed Hour Jesus Moment Peace Precisely Recovered Selfsame Servant Time Way YoungJump to Next Believe Believed Captain Centurion Depart Healed Hour Jesus Moment Peace Precisely Recovered Selfsame Servant Time Way YoungMatthew 8 1. Jesus cleanses the leper;5. heals the centurion's servant, 14. Peter's mother in law, 16. and many others; 18. shows the cost of following him; 23. stills the storm on the sea; 28. drives the demons out of two men possessed; 31. and tells them to go into the pigs. Then Jesus said to the centurion, In this passage, Jesus is addressing a Roman centurion, a military officer commanding approximately 100 soldiers. The centurion's presence highlights the Roman occupation of Judea and the diverse social interactions during Jesus' ministry. The centurion's approach to Jesus demonstrates humility and faith, as he seeks healing for his servant, breaking cultural barriers between Jews and Gentiles. This interaction foreshadows the inclusion of Gentiles in the New Covenant, as seen in Acts 10 with Cornelius, another centurion. “Go! As you have believed, so will it be done for you.” And his servant was healed at that very hour. Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe central figure of the New Testament, the Son of God, who performs the miracle of healing the centurion's servant. 2. The Centurion A Roman officer who demonstrates great faith in Jesus' authority and power, despite being a Gentile. 3. The Servant The centurion's servant who is healed by Jesus' word, illustrating the power of faith and Jesus' authority over illness. 4. Capernaum The town where this event takes place, often serving as a backdrop for Jesus' ministry and miracles. 5. The Healing The miraculous event where the servant is healed at the exact moment Jesus declares it, showcasing Jesus' divine power. Teaching Points Faith and AuthorityThe centurion's understanding of authority and his faith in Jesus' word serve as a model for believers. We are called to trust in Jesus' power and authority over all aspects of our lives. Inclusivity of the Gospel The healing of the centurion's servant, a Gentile, underscores the inclusivity of Jesus' ministry. The Gospel is for all people, regardless of their background or status. The Power of Belief Jesus' statement, "As you have believed, so will it be done for you," highlights the importance of faith in receiving God's promises. Our belief can activate God's power in our lives. Immediate Response to Faith The servant's immediate healing illustrates that God responds to genuine faith. We should approach God with confidence, knowing that He hears and answers our prayers. Humility and Recognition of Jesus' Authority The centurion's humility and recognition of Jesus' authority are key components of his faith. We should approach Jesus with humility, acknowledging His lordship over our lives. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Matthew 8:13?2. How does Matthew 8:13 demonstrate the power of faith in Jesus' authority? 3. What can we learn about Jesus' willingness to heal from Matthew 8:13? 4. How does Matthew 8:13 connect with other healing miracles in the Gospels? 5. How can we apply the centurion's faith in our daily prayer life? 6. What role does faith play in experiencing Jesus' power today, according to Matthew 8:13? 7. How does Matthew 8:13 demonstrate the power of faith in Jesus' healing ministry? 8. What historical evidence supports the events described in Matthew 8:13? 9. How does Matthew 8:13 align with the overall theme of faith in the New Testament? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 8? 11. How does faith contribute to spiritual and physical healing? 12. Is Satan real? 13. What does "mind over matter" mean? 14. What is the Bible's view on alternative medicine? What Does Matthew 8:13 Mean Then Jesus said to the centurion– Jesus personally engages a Gentile officer, showing His authority reaches beyond Israel (cf. Luke 7:9). – The Lord’s readiness to speak affirms His care for every individual who comes to Him (Acts 10:34-35). – This conversation underscores that Christ Himself—not a proxy—grants the answer (Matthew 15:28). Go! – A simple command that releases the centurion to act in faith, echoing “Go; your son will live” (John 4:50). – The word frees the man from lingering doubt; obedience follows immediately (Mark 1:41-42). – Jesus’ word alone is enough—no touch, no ritual—just as He will later say, “Lazarus, come out!” (John 11:43). As you have believed – Faith is the clear condition; Jesus highlights the centurion’s trust, much like, “Do not fear, only believe” (Mark 5:36). – Scripture repeatedly links faith to divine response: “Without faith it is impossible to please God” (Hebrews 11:6). – The centurion’s belief was not vague optimism but confidence in Christ’s authority to command sickness (Matthew 8:8-9). So will it be done for you – Jesus pronounces a promise that matches the man’s faith, echoing, “Let it be to you as you desire” (Matthew 15:28). – God delights to answer prayers aligned with trust (James 1:6-7). – The statement reveals the reliability of Christ’s word; what He decrees happens (Isaiah 55:11). And his servant was healed at that very hour – Immediate, complete healing verifies Jesus’ divine power (Matthew 8:16). – The timing confirms the miracle matched the spoken moment, paralleling the nobleman’s testimony: “at that very hour” (John 4:53). – This literal event assures believers today that Christ’s authority over sickness is real and present (Hebrews 13:8). summary Matthew 8:13 records a real-time example of Jesus rewarding genuine faith. The centurion trusted Christ’s authority; Jesus responded with a decisive word; the servant was instantly healed. The passage reminds us that the Lord honors confident trust in His power, and His spoken promise is sure, effective, and sufficient. (13) As thou hast believed.--The words were, of course, sent as a message. Better, As thou didst believe--referring to his one great act of faith.Verse 13. - Matthew only. The parallel passage, Luke 7:10, gives the result found by the messengers on their return. And Jesus said unto the centurion, Go thy way; and (omitted by the Revised Version) as thou hast believed, so be it done unto thee. As. Not strictly proportionate, but in the same way as (Matthew 6:12; Matthew 18:33) thou hast now believed, be it done unto thee. And his servant was healed in the selfsame (Revised Version, in that) hour.Parallel Commentaries ... Greek ThenΚαὶ (Kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. Jesus Ἰησοῦς (Iēsous) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. said εἶπεν (eipen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 2036: Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say. to the τῷ (tō) Article - Dative 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. centurion, ἑκατοντάρχῃ (hekatontarchē) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 1543: A centurion of the Roman army. Or hekatontarchos hek-at-on'-tar-khos; from hekaton and archo; the captain of one hundred men. “Go! Ὕπαγε (Hypage) Verb - Present Imperative Active - 2nd Person Singular Strong's 5217: To go away, depart, begone, die. From hupo and ago; to lead under, i.e. Withdraw or retire, literally or figuratively. As ὡς (hōs) Adverb Strong's 5613: Probably adverb of comparative from hos; which how, i.e. In that manner. you have believed, ἐπίστευσας (episteusas) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 2nd Person Singular Strong's 4100: From pistis; to have faith, i.e. Credit; by implication, to entrust. [so] will it be done γενηθήτω (genēthētō) Verb - Aorist Imperative Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1096: A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude. for you.” σοι (soi) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Singular Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. And καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. his αὐτοῦ (autou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 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. servant παῖς (pais) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 3816: Perhaps from paio; a boy, or, a girl, and a child; specially, a slave or servant. was healed ἰάθη (iathē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 2390: To heal, generally of the physical, sometimes of spiritual, disease. Middle voice of apparently a primary verb; to cure. 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. that very ἐκείνῃ (ekeinē) Demonstrative Pronoun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 1565: That, that one there, yonder. From ekei; that one (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed. hour. ὥρᾳ (hōra) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 5610: Apparently a primary word; an 'hour'. 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