Matthew 7:28
And it came to pass, when Jesus had ended these sayings, the people were astonished at his doctrine:
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
ἐγένετο
it came to pass
G1096
ἐγένετο
it came to pass
Strong's:
G1096
Word #:
2 of 16
to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e., (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
συνετέλεσεν
had ended
G4931
συνετέλεσεν
had ended
Strong's:
G4931
Word #:
4 of 16
to complete entirely; generally, to execute (literally or figuratively)
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
5 of 16
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Ἰησοῦς
Jesus
G2424
Ἰησοῦς
Jesus
Strong's:
G2424
Word #:
6 of 16
jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites
τοὺς
G3588
τοὺς
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
7 of 16
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
λόγους
sayings
G3056
λόγους
sayings
Strong's:
G3056
Word #:
8 of 16
something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a
οἱ
G3588
οἱ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
11 of 16
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ὄχλοι
the people
G3793
ὄχλοι
the people
Strong's:
G3793
Word #:
12 of 16
a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot
ἐπὶ
at
G1909
ἐπὶ
at
Strong's:
G1909
Word #:
13 of 16
properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re
τῇ
G3588
τῇ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
14 of 16
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Cross References
Luke 4:32And they were astonished at his doctrine: for his word was with power.Mark 1:22And they were astonished at his doctrine: for he taught them as one that had authority, and not as the scribes.Mark 6:2And when the sabbath day was come, he began to teach in the synagogue: and many hearing him were astonished, saying, From whence hath this man these things? and what wisdom is this which is given unto him, that even such mighty works are wrought by his hands?John 7:46The officers answered, Never man spake like this man.Luke 4:22And all bare him witness, and wondered at the gracious words which proceeded out of his mouth. And they said, Is not this Joseph's son?Matthew 22:33And when the multitude heard this, they were astonished at his doctrine.John 7:15And the Jews marvelled, saying, How knoweth this man letters, having never learned?
Historical Context
Scribes typically taught by citing other rabbis and debating interpretations. Authority came from scholarly tradition and pedigree. Jesus bypassed all this, speaking on His own authority and even challenging traditional interpretations. This claim to supreme authority ultimately led to His crucifixion.
Questions for Reflection
- Do you submit to Jesus's teaching as ultimate divine authority, or do you evaluate and selectively accept it?
- How does Jesus's authority in teaching relate to His authority over every area of your life?
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Analysis & Commentary
The crowds were astonished at Jesus's teaching because He taught with authority, unlike the scribes. He didn't merely cite previous authorities or debate interpretations—He spoke as God Himself, with inherent authority. 'You have heard it said, but I say' revealed His divine status as ultimate Lawgiver.