Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The centurion replied, “Lord, I do not deserve to have you come under my roof. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed. New Living Translation But the officer said, “Lord, I am not worthy to have you come into my home. Just say the word from where you are, and my servant will be healed. English Standard Version But the centurion replied, “Lord, I am not worthy to have you come under my roof, but only say the word, and my servant will be healed. Berean Standard Bible The centurion answered, “Lord, I am not worthy to have You come under my roof. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed. Berean Literal Bible But answering, the centurion said, “Lord, I am not fit that You should enter under my roof; but only say a word, and my servant will be healed. King James Bible The centurion answered and said, Lord, I am not worthy that thou shouldest come under my roof: but speak the word only, and my servant shall be healed. New King James Version The centurion answered and said, “Lord, I am not worthy that You should come under my roof. But only speak a word, and my servant will be healed. New American Standard Bible But the centurion replied, “Lord, I am not worthy for You to come under my roof, but just say the word, and my servant will be healed. NASB 1995 But the centurion said, “Lord, I am not worthy for You to come under my roof, but just say the word, and my servant will be healed. NASB 1977 But the centurion answered and said, “Lord, I am not worthy for You to come under my roof, but just say the word, and my servant will be healed. Legacy Standard Bible But the centurion said, “Lord, I am not good enough for You to come under my roof, but just say the word, and my servant will be healed. Amplified Bible But the centurion replied to Him, “Lord, I am not worthy to have You come under my roof, but only say the word, and my servant will be healed. Berean Annotated Bible The centurion (commander of a hundred) answered, “Lord {Kyrie}, I am not worthy to have You come under my roof. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed. Christian Standard Bible “Lord,” the centurion replied, “I am not worthy to have you come under my roof. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed. Holman Christian Standard Bible Lord,” the centurion replied, “I am not worthy to have You come under my roof. But only say the word, and my servant will be cured. American Standard Version And the centurion answered and said, Lord, I am not worthy that thou shouldest come under my roof; but only say the word, and my servant shall be healed. Contemporary English Version But the officer said, "Lord, I'm not good enough for you to come into my house. Just give the order, and my servant will get well. English Revised Version And the centurion answered and said, Lord, I am not worthy that thou shouldest come under my roof: but only say the word, and my servant shall be healed. GOD'S WORD® Translation The officer responded, "Sir, I don't deserve to have you come into my house. But just give a command, and my servant will be healed. Good News Translation "Oh no, sir," answered the officer. "I do not deserve to have you come into my house. Just give the order, and my servant will get well. International Standard Version The centurion replied, "Sir, I am not worthy to have you come under my roof. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed, NET Bible But the centurion replied, "Lord, I am not worthy to have you come under my roof. Instead, just say the word and my servant will be healed. New Heart English Bible And the centurion answered, "Lord, I'm not worthy for you to come under my roof. Just say the word, and my servant will be healed. Webster's Bible Translation The centurion answered and said, Lord, I am not worthy that thou shouldst come under my roof: but speak the word only, and my servant will be healed. Weymouth New Testament "Sir," replied the Captain, "I am not a fit person to receive you under my roof: merely say the word, and my servant will be cured. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe centurion answered, “Lord, I am not worthy to have You come under my roof. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed. World English Bible The centurion answered, “Lord, I’m not worthy for you to come under my roof. Just say the word, and my servant will be healed. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the centurion answering said, “Lord, I am not worthy that You may enter under my roof, but only say a word, and my servant will be healed; Berean Literal Bible But answering, the centurion said, “Lord, I am not fit that You should enter under my roof; but only say a word, and my servant will be healed. Young's Literal Translation And the centurion answering said, 'Sir, I am not worthy that thou mayest enter under my roof, but only say a word, and my servant shall be healed; Smith's Literal Translation And the captain of a hundred having answered said, Lord, I am not fit that thou shouldest enter in under my roof: but only say the word, and my servant shall be healed. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the centurion making answer, said: Lord, I am not worthy that thou shouldst enter under my roof: but only say the word, and my servant shall be healed. Catholic Public Domain Version And responding, the centurion said: “Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under my roof, but only say the word, and my servant shall be healed. New American Bible The centurion said in reply, “Lord, I am not worthy to have you enter under my roof; only say the word and my servant will be healed. New Revised Standard Version The centurion answered, “Lord, I am not worthy to have you come under my roof; but only speak the word, and my servant will be healed. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe centurion then answered and said, My Lord, I am not good enough that you should enter under the shadow of my roof; but just say a word, and my boy will be healed. Aramaic Bible in Plain English That Centurion answered and said, “My lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under my roof, but only say in a word and my boy will be healed.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd the centurion answering, said: Lord, I am not worthy that thou shouldst come under my roof; but say in a word only, and my servant shall be restored to health. Godbey New Testament And the centurion responding said, Lord, I am not worthy that thou mayest come in under my roof: but speak the word only, and my servant will be healed. Haweis New Testament And the centurion said, I am not a fit person, that thou shouldest come under my roof: but only speak a word, and my servant be cured. Mace New Testament the centurion answered, Lord, I am not worthy the honour of such a visit: do but give the word, and my servant is sav'd. Weymouth New Testament "Sir," replied the Captain, "I am not a fit person to receive you under my roof: merely say the word, and my servant will be cured. Worrell New Testament And the centurion, answering, said, "Lord, I am not worthy that Thou shouldest enter under my roof, but only speak in a word, and my boy shall be healed; Worsley New Testament But the centurion answering said, Lord, I am not worthy that Thou shouldst come under my roof, but speak the word, and my servant will be healed: Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Faith of the Centurion…7“I will go and heal him,” Jesus replied. 8 The centurion answered, “Lord, I am not worthy to have You come under my roof. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed. 9For 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.”… Cross References The centurion answered, 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!” Luke 23:47 When the centurion saw what had happened, he gave glory to God, saying, “Surely this was a righteous man.” “Lord, I am not worthy Luke 15:19 I am no longer worthy to be called your son. Make me like one of your hired servants.”’ Luke 5:8 When Simon Peter saw this, he fell at Jesus’ knees. “Go away from me, Lord,” he said, “for I am a sinful man.” 1 Corinthians 15:9 For I am the least of the apostles and am unworthy to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the church of God. to have You come under my roof. Luke 7:6-7 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. Acts 10:28 He said to them, “You know how unlawful it is for a Jew to associate with a foreigner or visit him. But God has shown me that I should not call any man impure or unclean. Luke 19:5-6 When Jesus came to that place, He looked up and said, “Zacchaeus, hurry down, for I must stay at your house today.” / So Zacchaeus hurried down and welcomed Him joyfully. But just say the word, Psalm 33:9 For He spoke, and it came to be; He commanded, and it stood firm. Psalm 107:20 He sent forth His word and healed them; He rescued them from the Pit. Isaiah 55:11 so My word that proceeds from My mouth will not return to Me empty, but it will accomplish what I please, and it will prosper where I send it. and my servant will be healed. Luke 7:10 And when the messengers returned to the house, they found the servant in good health. John 4:50-53 “Go,” said Jesus. “Your son will live.” The man took Jesus at His word and departed. / And while he was still on the way, his servants met him with the news that his boy was alive. / 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.” … Mark 7:29-30 Then Jesus told her, “Because of this answer, you may go. The demon has left your daughter.” / And she went home and found her child lying on the bed, and the demon was gone. John 4:46-53 So once again He came to Cana in Galilee, where He had turned the water into wine. And there was a royal official whose son lay sick at Capernaum. / When he heard that Jesus had come from Judea to Galilee, he went and begged Him to come down and heal his son, who was about to die. / Jesus said to him, “Unless you people see signs and wonders, you will never believe.” … Treasury of Scripture The centurion answered and said, Lord, I am not worthy that you should come under my roof: but speak the word only, and my servant shall be healed. I am. Matthew 3:11,14 I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance: but he that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire: … Matthew 15:26,27 But he answered and said, It is not meet to take the children's bread, and to cast it to dogs… Genesis 32:10 I am not worthy of the least of all the mercies, and of all the truth, which thou hast shewed unto thy servant; for with my staff I passed over this Jordan; and now I am become two bands. but. Matthew 8:3 And Jesus put forth his hand, and touched him, saying, I will; be thou clean. And immediately his leprosy was cleansed. Numbers 20:8 Take the rod, and gather thou the assembly together, thou, and Aaron thy brother, and speak ye unto the rock before their eyes; and it shall give forth his water, and thou shalt bring forth to them water out of the rock: so thou shalt give the congregation and their beasts drink. Psalm 33:9 For he spake, and it was done; he commanded, and it stood fast. Jump to Previous Captain Centurion Cured Enough Enter Fit Good Healed I'm Merely Receive Roof Servant Shouldest Shouldst Sir Speak Word WorthyJump to Next Captain Centurion Cured Enough Enter Fit Good Healed I'm Merely Receive Roof Servant Shouldest Shouldst Sir Speak Word WorthyMatthew 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. The centurion answered The centurion was a Roman officer commanding approximately 100 soldiers. His presence in Capernaum reflects the Roman occupation of Judea. Despite being a Gentile and part of the occupying force, he approaches Jesus with respect and humility, which is significant given the typical animosity between Jews and Romans. This interaction highlights the breaking down of ethnic and cultural barriers in the ministry of Jesus. Lord, I am not worthy to have You come under my roof But just say the word and my servant will be healed Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe central figure in the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus is the Messiah and Son of God, performing miracles and teaching with authority. 2. Centurion A Roman officer commanding a hundred soldiers, demonstrating faith in Jesus' authority to heal his servant without physical presence. 3. Capernaum A town on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee, serving as a significant location for Jesus' ministry and miracles. 4. Servant The centurion's paralyzed and suffering servant, whose healing is sought by the centurion through Jesus. 5. Crowd The people witnessing the interaction between Jesus and the centurion, representing the broader audience of Jesus' teachings and miracles. Teaching Points Faith in AuthorityThe centurion's understanding of authority and his faith in Jesus' word demonstrate a profound trust in Jesus' divine power. Believers are encouraged to trust in Jesus' authority over all aspects of life. Humility and Recognition The centurion's humility, acknowledging his unworthiness for Jesus to enter his home, serves as a model for approaching God with reverence and humility. Power of Jesus' Word The centurion's belief that Jesus can heal with just a word highlights the power and efficacy of Jesus' spoken word, encouraging believers to rely on Scripture for guidance and strength. Inclusivity of the Gospel The centurion, a Gentile, is commended for his faith, illustrating that the Gospel is for all people, regardless of background or status. Intercessory Faith The centurion's concern for his servant and his approach to Jesus on the servant's behalf demonstrate the importance of intercessory prayer and faith for others. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Matthew 8:8?2. How does Matthew 8:8 demonstrate the centurion's faith and understanding of authority? 3. What can we learn about humility from the centurion's response in Matthew 8:8? 4. How does Matthew 8:8 connect with other biblical examples of faith in Jesus? 5. How can we apply the centurion's faith in our daily prayer life? 6. What does Matthew 8:8 teach about recognizing Jesus' power and authority today? 7. How does Matthew 8:8 demonstrate the power of faith in Jesus' authority? 8. What historical context surrounds the centurion's request in Matthew 8:8? 9. How does Matthew 8:8 reflect the theme of humility and faith? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 8? 11. What does the Bible say about faith in God? 12. Who was the Roman Centurion in the Bible? 13. What does the Bible say about divine healing? 14. Did the centurion personally ask Jesus to heal his slave in Capernaum? Yes (Matthew 8:5) or No, he sent others (Luke 7:3,6)? What Does Matthew 8:8 Mean The centurion answered• The Roman officer responds promptly to Jesus, revealing initiative and humility (Luke 7:6–7). • Though a man of authority (Acts 10:1), he approaches Christ, acknowledging a higher Authority. • His answer reflects active faith—he believes enough to speak up (Romans 10:17). Lord • By calling Jesus “Lord,” the centurion confesses more than respect; he recognizes divine authority (Matthew 7:21; Philippians 2:10–11). • This title places Jesus above earthly rank, affirming His sovereignty over sickness and circumstance (Colossians 1:16–17). I am not worthy to have You come under my roof • Genuine humility surfaces; the centurion sees his own unworthiness next to Jesus’ holiness (Luke 5:8; Isaiah 6:5). • Socially, a Jewish rabbi entering a Gentile home risked ceremonial defilement (Acts 10:28), yet the focus here is moral, not cultural. • God “gives grace to the humble” (James 4:6), and the centurion’s attitude invites divine favor. But just say the word • He trusts the sheer power of Christ’s spoken command—miracle at a distance (Psalm 33:6; Hebrews 11:3). • His military background helps him grasp delegated authority: orders issued, results follow (Matthew 8:9). • Jesus later marvels at this faith (Matthew 8:10), highlighting its exemplary nature for all believers (John 20:29). and my servant will be healed • The centurion expects a definite outcome; faith targets a real need (Matthew 8:13). • He intercedes for a valued servant, modeling compassionate leadership (Luke 7:2). • Christ’s healing ministry confirms messianic prophecy (Isaiah 53:4–5; 1 Peter 2:24; Matthew 4:23), demonstrating that His authority extends over disease. summary Matthew 8:8 showcases a Gentile soldier who grasps Jesus’ divine authority more clearly than many in Israel. His humility, confession of Christ as Lord, and confidence in the life-giving power of Jesus’ word form a pattern of saving faith: acknowledge our unworthiness, recognize His sovereignty, and rely fully on His command. Such faith still moves the Lord to act with grace and power today. (8) Lord, I am not worthy.--In St. Luke's report, the friends deliver the message as beginning with "Trouble not thyself," the word being a colloquial one, which starting from the idea of flaying, or mangling, passed into that of "worrying," "vexing," and the like. The sense of unworthiness implied at once the consciousness of his own sins, and the recognition of the surpassing holiness and majesty of the Teacher he addressed.Speak the word only.--This was the special proof of the speaker's faith. He had risen above the thought of a magic influence, operating by touch or charm, to that of a delegated power depending only on the will of Him who possessed it. Verse 8. - The (Revised Version, and the) centurion answered and said. His reply as reported in Matthew is almost verbally the same as his second message in Luke, save for the important addition there of his unworthiness to come. Lord, I am not worthy (ἱκανός); Matthew 3:11, note. That thou shouldest come under my roof. "My," probably emphatic: however thou mayest honour others. But speak the word only; but only say the word (Revised Version); ἀλλὰ μόνον εἰπὲ λόγῳ. Only say with a single word what is to be done, and it shall be done (cf. ver. 16). And my servant shall be healed (ἰαθήσεται); Matthew 4:23, note.Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Theὁ (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. centurion ἑκατόνταρχος (hekatontarchos) Noun - Nominative 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. answered, Ἀποκριθεὶς (Apokritheis) Verb - Aorist Participle Passive - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 611: From apo and krino; to conclude for oneself, i.e. to respond; by Hebraism to begin to speak. “Lord, Κύριε (Kyrie) Noun - Vocative Masculine Singular Strong's 2962: Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master. I am εἰμὶ (eimi) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. not οὐκ (ouk) Adverb Strong's 3756: No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. worthy ἱκανὸς (hikanos) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2425: From hiko; competent, i.e. Ample or fit. to ἵνα (hina) Conjunction Strong's 2443: In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that. have You come εἰσέλθῃς (eiselthēs) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 2nd Person Singular Strong's 1525: To go in, come in, enter. From eis and erchomai; to enter. under ὑπὸ (hypo) Preposition Strong's 5259: A primary preposition; under, i.e. of place, or with verbs; of place (underneath) or where (below) or time (when). my μου (mou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. roof. στέγην (stegēn) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 4721: A flat roof of a house. Strengthened from a primary tegos; a roof. But ἀλλὰ (alla) Conjunction Strong's 235: But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise. just μόνον (monon) Adverb Strong's 3440: Alone, but, only. Neuter of monos as adverb; merely. say εἰπὲ (eipe) Verb - Aorist Imperative Active - 2nd Person Singular Strong's 2036: Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say. the word, λόγῳ (logō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 3056: From lego; something said; by implication, a topic, also reasoning or motive; by extension, a computation; specially, the Divine Expression. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. my μου (mou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. 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. will be healed. ἰαθήσεται (iathēsetai) Verb - Future 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. Links Matthew 8:8 NIVMatthew 8:8 NLT Matthew 8:8 ESV Matthew 8:8 NASB Matthew 8:8 KJV Matthew 8:8 BibleApps.com Matthew 8:8 Biblia Paralela Matthew 8:8 Chinese Bible Matthew 8:8 French Bible Matthew 8:8 Catholic Bible NT Gospels: Matthew 8:8 The centurion answered Lord I'm not worthy (Matt. Mat Mt) |
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