Matthew 22:44
The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand, till I make thine enemies thy footstool?
Original Language Analysis
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
2 of 20
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
κυρίῳ
Lord
G2962
κυρίῳ
Lord
Strong's:
G2962
Word #:
3 of 20
supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)
τῷ
G3588
τῷ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
4 of 20
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
κυρίῳ
Lord
G2962
κυρίῳ
Lord
Strong's:
G2962
Word #:
5 of 20
supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)
Κάθου
Sit thou
G2521
Κάθου
Sit thou
Strong's:
G2521
Word #:
7 of 20
and ???? (to sit; akin to the base of g1476); to sit down; figuratively, to remain, reside
ἐκ
on
G1537
ἐκ
on
Strong's:
G1537
Word #:
8 of 20
a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct
δεξιῶν
right hand
G1188
δεξιῶν
right hand
Strong's:
G1188
Word #:
9 of 20
the right side or (feminine) hand (as that which usually takes)
ἕως
till
G2193
ἕως
till
Strong's:
G2193
Word #:
11 of 20
a conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until (of time and place)
θῶ
I make
G5087
θῶ
I make
Strong's:
G5087
Word #:
13 of 20
to place (in the widest application, literally and figuratively; properly, in a passive or horizontal posture, and thus different from g2476, which pr
τοὺς
G3588
τοὺς
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
14 of 20
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ἐχθρούς
enemies
G2190
ἐχθρούς
enemies
Strong's:
G2190
Word #:
15 of 20
hateful (passively, odious, or actively, hostile); usually as a noun, an adversary (especially satan)
ὑποπόδιον
footstool
G5286
ὑποπόδιον
footstool
Strong's:
G5286
Word #:
17 of 20
something under the feet, i.e., a foot-rest (figuratively)
Cross References
Psalms 110:1The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou at my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool.Hebrews 1:13But to which of the angels said he at any time, Sit on my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool?1 Corinthians 15:25For he must reign, till he hath put all enemies under his feet.Hebrews 1:3Who being the brightness of his glory, and the express image of his person, and upholding all things by the word of his power, when he had by himself purged our sins, sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high;Hebrews 12:2Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.Genesis 3:15And I will put enmity between thee and the woman, and between thy seed and her seed; it shall bruise thy head, and thou shalt bruise his heel.Philippians 3:8Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and do count them but dung, that I may win Christ,Psalms 21:9Thou shalt make them as a fiery oven in the time of thine anger: the LORD shall swallow them up in his wrath, and the fire shall devour them.1 Corinthians 1:2Unto the church of God which is at Corinth, to them that are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints, with all that in every place call upon the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, both their's and our's:John 20:28And Thomas answered and said unto him, My Lord and my God.
Historical Context
Psalm 110, written by David, prophesies Messiah's exaltation and priestly kingship. New Testament authors cite verse 1 more than any Old Testament text, applying it to Jesus' ascension and session at the Father's right hand (Acts 2:34-35, Hebrews 1:13). The 'right hand' symbolizes authority and honor—Jesus reigns until all enemies submit.
Questions for Reflection
- What does Christ's session at God's right hand mean for your daily life?
- How should knowing Christ's enemies will become His footstool affect your view of evil and opposition?
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Analysis & Commentary
Jesus quotes Psalm 110:1: 'The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand, till I make thine enemies thy footstool.' This crucial messianic text reveals Christ's divine sonship, exaltation, and coming victory. 'The LORD' (Yahweh) addresses 'my Lord' (Adonai—Messiah), inviting Him to the place of highest honor (right hand). The session at God's right hand shows Christ's finished atoning work and present intercession. The promised subjugation of enemies points to final judgment.