Matthew 19:12
For there are some eunuchs, which were so born from their mother's womb: and there are some eunuchs, which were made eunuchs of men: and there be eunuchs, which have made themselves eunuchs for the kingdom of heaven's sake. He that is able to receive it, let him receive it.
Original Language Analysis
γὰρ
For
G1063
γὰρ
For
Strong's:
G1063
Word #:
2 of 32
properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
εὐνοῦχοι
eunuchs
G2135
εὐνοῦχοι
eunuchs
Strong's:
G2135
Word #:
3 of 32
a castrated person (such being employed in middle eastern bed-chambers); by extension an impotent or unmarried man; by implication, a chamberlain (sta
οἵτινες
which
G3748
οἵτινες
which
Strong's:
G3748
Word #:
4 of 32
which some, i.e., any that; also (definite) which same
ἐκ
from
G1537
ἐκ
from
Strong's:
G1537
Word #:
5 of 32
a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct
κοιλίας
womb
G2836
κοιλίας
womb
Strong's:
G2836
Word #:
6 of 32
a cavity, i.e., (especially) the abdomen; by implication, the matrix; figuratively, the heart
μητρὸς
their mother's
G3384
μητρὸς
their mother's
Strong's:
G3384
Word #:
7 of 32
a "mother" (literally or figuratively, immediate or remote)
ἐγεννήθησαν
born
G1080
ἐγεννήθησαν
born
Strong's:
G1080
Word #:
8 of 32
to procreate (properly, of the father, but by extension of the mother); figuratively, to regenerate
καὶ
and
G2532
καὶ
and
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
10 of 32
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
εὐνοῦχοι
eunuchs
G2135
εὐνοῦχοι
eunuchs
Strong's:
G2135
Word #:
12 of 32
a castrated person (such being employed in middle eastern bed-chambers); by extension an impotent or unmarried man; by implication, a chamberlain (sta
οἵτινες
which
G3748
οἵτινες
which
Strong's:
G3748
Word #:
13 of 32
which some, i.e., any that; also (definite) which same
ὑπὸ
of
G5259
ὑπὸ
of
Strong's:
G5259
Word #:
15 of 32
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 (
τῶν
G3588
τῶν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
16 of 32
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
καὶ
and
G2532
καὶ
and
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
18 of 32
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
εὐνοῦχοι
eunuchs
G2135
εὐνοῦχοι
eunuchs
Strong's:
G2135
Word #:
20 of 32
a castrated person (such being employed in middle eastern bed-chambers); by extension an impotent or unmarried man; by implication, a chamberlain (sta
οἵτινες
which
G3748
οἵτινες
which
Strong's:
G3748
Word #:
21 of 32
which some, i.e., any that; also (definite) which same
ἑαυτοὺς
themselves
G1438
ἑαυτοὺς
themselves
Strong's:
G1438
Word #:
23 of 32
(him- her-, it-, them-, my-, thy-, our-, your-)self (selves), etc
διὰ
for
G1223
διὰ
for
Strong's:
G1223
Word #:
24 of 32
through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
τὴν
G3588
τὴν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
25 of 32
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
βασιλείαν
the kingdom
G932
βασιλείαν
the kingdom
Strong's:
G932
Word #:
26 of 32
properly, royalty, i.e., (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively)
τῶν
G3588
τῶν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
27 of 32
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
οὐρανῶν
of heaven's sake
G3772
οὐρανῶν
of heaven's sake
Strong's:
G3772
Word #:
28 of 32
the sky; by extension, heaven (as the abode of god); by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the gospel (christianity)
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
29 of 32
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Cross References
1 Corinthians 9:5Have we not power to lead about a sister, a wife, as well as other apostles, and as the brethren of the Lord, and Cephas?Isaiah 39:7And of thy sons that shall issue from thee, which thou shalt beget, shall they take away; and they shall be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.1 Corinthians 9:15But I have used none of these things: neither have I written these things, that it should be so done unto me: for it were better for me to die, than that any man should make my glorying void.
Historical Context
First-century Palestine was marked by religious fervor and political tension. The passage reflects interactions between Jesus and various groups: Pharisees, Sadducees, disciples, and crowds. Each audience received teaching tailored to their needs and spiritual condition.
Questions for Reflection
- How does this verse deepen your appreciation for Christ?
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- How should you share this truth with others?
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Analysis & Commentary
This verse reveals profound theological truth central to Reformed understanding of Scripture. The passage demonstrates God's sovereignty and grace working through human circumstances. Christ's teaching here challenges contemporary religious assumptions while pointing to deeper spiritual realities.