Matthew 20:34
So Jesus had compassion on them, and touched their eyes: and immediately their eyes received sight, and they followed him.
Original Language Analysis
σπλαγχνισθεὶς
had compassion
G4697
σπλαγχνισθεὶς
had compassion
Strong's:
G4697
Word #:
1 of 17
to have the bowels yearn, i.e., (figuratively) feel sympathy, to pity
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
3 of 17
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Ἰησοῦς
Jesus
G2424
Ἰησοῦς
Jesus
Strong's:
G2424
Word #:
4 of 17
jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites
ἥψατο
on them and touched
G680
ἥψατο
on them and touched
Strong's:
G680
Word #:
5 of 17
properly, to attach oneself to, i.e., to touch (in many implied relations)
τῶν
G3588
τῶν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
6 of 17
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ὀφθαλμοὶ,
eyes
G3788
ὀφθαλμοὶ,
eyes
Strong's:
G3788
Word #:
7 of 17
the eye (literally or figuratively); by implication, vision; figuratively, envy (from the jealous side-glance)
αὐτῷ
him
G846
αὐτῷ
him
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
8 of 17
the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
καὶ
and
G2532
καὶ
and
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
9 of 17
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ἀνέβλεψαν
received sight
G308
ἀνέβλεψαν
received sight
Strong's:
G308
Word #:
11 of 17
to look up; by implication, to recover sight
αὐτῷ
him
G846
αὐτῷ
him
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
12 of 17
the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
οἱ
G3588
οἱ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
13 of 17
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ὀφθαλμοὶ,
eyes
G3788
ὀφθαλμοὶ,
eyes
Strong's:
G3788
Word #:
14 of 17
the eye (literally or figuratively); by implication, vision; figuratively, envy (from the jealous side-glance)
καὶ
and
G2532
καὶ
and
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
15 of 17
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
Cross References
Acts 26:18To open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins, and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in me.Psalms 119:71It is good for me that I have been afflicted; that I might learn thy statutes.Psalms 119:67Before I was afflicted I went astray: but now have I kept thy word.Psalms 145:8The LORD is gracious, and full of compassion; slow to anger, and of great mercy.Mark 7:33And he took him aside from the multitude, and put his fingers into his ears, and he spit, and touched his tongue;Matthew 14:14And Jesus went forth, and saw a great multitude, and was moved with compassion toward them, and he healed their sick.Matthew 9:29Then touched he their eyes, saying, According to your faith be it unto you.Matthew 15:32Then Jesus called his disciples unto him, and said, I have compassion on the multitude, because they continue with me now three days, and have nothing to eat: and I will not send them away fasting, lest they faint in the way.Matthew 8:15And he touched her hand, and the fever left her: and she arose, and ministered unto them.Luke 22:51And Jesus answered and said, Suffer ye thus far. And he touched his ear, and healed him.
Historical Context
The historical setting involved complex religious and political dynamics. Jewish leaders maintained authority through Roman tolerance while common people sought deliverance. Jesus' teaching addressed both immediate concerns and eternal truths.
Questions for Reflection
- What does this text reveal about human nature and God's grace?
- How can you apply this teaching to current struggles or questions?
- What changes in thinking or behavior does this passage require?
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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.