Matthew 10:22
And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved.
Original Language Analysis
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
1 of 16
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
μισούμενοι
be hated
G3404
μισούμενοι
be hated
Strong's:
G3404
Word #:
3 of 16
to detest (especially to persecute); by extension, to love less
ὑπὸ
of
G5259
ὑπὸ
of
Strong's:
G5259
Word #:
4 of 16
under, i.e., (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (
διὰ
men for
G1223
διὰ
men for
Strong's:
G1223
Word #:
6 of 16
through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
τὸ
G3588
τὸ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
7 of 16
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ὄνομά
name's sake
G3686
ὄνομά
name's sake
Strong's:
G3686
Word #:
8 of 16
a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
10 of 16
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ὑπομείνας
endureth
G5278
ὑπομείνας
endureth
Strong's:
G5278
Word #:
12 of 16
to stay under (behind), i.e., remain; figuratively, to undergo, i.e., bear (trials), have fortitude, persevere
εἰς
to
G1519
εἰς
to
Strong's:
G1519
Word #:
13 of 16
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
τέλος
he that
G5056
τέλος
he that
Strong's:
G5056
Word #:
14 of 16
properly, the point aimed at as a limit, i.e., (by implication) the conclusion of an act or state (termination (literally, figuratively or indefinitel
Cross References
Matthew 24:13But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.James 1:12Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.Revelation 2:10Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer: behold, the devil shall cast some of you into prison, that ye may be tried; and ye shall have tribulation ten days: be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life.Mark 13:13And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.Matthew 10:39He that findeth his life shall lose it: and he that loseth his life for my sake shall find it.1 John 3:13Marvel not, my brethren, if the world hate you.Matthew 24:9Then shall they deliver you up to be afflicted, and shall kill you: and ye shall be hated of all nations for my name's sake.Romans 2:7To them who by patient continuance in well doing seek for glory and honour and immortality, eternal life:Hebrews 6:11And we desire that every one of you do shew the same diligence to the full assurance of hope unto the end:John 17:14I have given them thy word; and the world hath hated them, because they are not of the world, even as I am not of the world.
Historical Context
Early Christians faced widespread persecution: Jewish opposition, Roman suspicion, popular hostility. They were blamed for disasters, accused of atheism (rejecting pagan gods), charged with immorality (misunderstanding communion). Tacitus described them as 'hated for their abominations.' Sustained persecution tested faith: some apostatized to save lives; others endured to martyrdom. Church fathers wrestled with how to treat those who denied Christ under persecution then sought readmission. The passage became crucial: endurance indicates salvation; apostasy reveals false profession.
Questions for Reflection
- How does this passage help distinguish genuine faith from false profession?
- What does endurance 'to the end' teach about the perseverance of the saints?
- How can Christians prepare to endure when facing hostility for Christ's sake?
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Analysis & Commentary
Jesus predicts universal hatred: 'ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved' (και εσεσθε μισουμενοι υπο παντων δια το ονομα μου ο δε υπομεινας εις τελος ουτος σωθησεται). 'Hated of all men' indicates widespread, not isolated, persecution. 'For my name's sake' (δια το ονομα μου) clarifies: hatred stems from identification with Christ, not personal flaws. Jesus' name represents His person, authority, and claims. Allegiance to Him provokes hostility. Yet Jesus promises: 'he that endureth to the end shall be saved.' Endurance (υπομεινας, remaining under pressure) to 'the end' (εις τελος, completion) proves genuine faith. This doesn't teach salvation by works but emphasizes that genuine faith perseveres. True believers endure; false professors fall away under pressure.