Matthew 13:52

King James Version:

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Then said he unto them, Therefore every scribe [which is] instructed unto the kingdom of heaven is like unto a man [that is] an householder, which bringeth forth out of his treasure [things] new and old.

Complete Jewish Bible:

He said to them, "So then, every Torah-teacher who has been made into a talmid for the Kingdom of Heaven is like the owner of a home who brings out of his storage room both new things and old."

Berean Standard Bible:

Then He told them, “For this reason, every scribe who has been discipled in the kingdom of heaven is like a homeowner who brings out of his storeroom new treasures as well as old.”

American Standard Version:

And he said unto them, Therefore every scribe who hath been made a disciple to the kingdom of heaven is like unto a man that is a householder, who bringeth forth out of his treasure things new and old.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

Then^{G1161} said^{G2036} he unto them^{G846}, Therefore^{{G1223}{G5124}} every^{G3956} scribe^{G1122} which is instructed^{G3100} unto^{G1519} the kingdom^{G932} of heaven^{G3772} is^{G2076} like^{G3664} unto a man^{G444} that is an householder^{G3617}, which^{G3748} bringeth forth^{G1544} out of^{G1537} his^{G846} treasure^{G2344} things new^{G2537} and^{G2532} old^{G3820}.

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Commentary for Matthew 13:52

Matthew 13:52 is part of Jesus' discourse in parables, where He explains the nature of the Kingdom of Heaven to His disciples and the crowds. The verse encapsulates a key theme of Jesus' teaching: the integration of the new and the old within the context of God's unfolding plan of salvation.

In the historical context, a scribe in the time of Jesus was an expert in the law of Moses, responsible for copying, studying, and teaching the Torah. They were highly respected in Jewish society for their knowledge and interpretation of the Scriptures. Jesus uses the image of a scribe to illustrate a point about spiritual wisdom and leadership.

The verse compares a scribe "instructed unto the kingdom of heaven" to a householder who brings forth from his treasure "things new and old." This suggests that a person well-versed in the teachings of the Kingdom—much like a scribe would be with the law—has a rich store of wisdom to draw from. The "new and old" treasures represent the ability to bring together the ancient truths of the Hebrew Scriptures with the fresh revelation of the Gospel that Jesus was proclaiming.

In essence, Matthew 13:52 teaches that those who understand the message of Jesus are to value both the established traditions and revelations of their faith while also embracing the new insights and truths that Jesus brings. It emphasizes continuity and development within religious understanding and practice, advocating for a balanced approach to spiritual growth and teaching. This verse encourages believers to be discerning, appreciating the depth of their religious heritage while remaining open to the transformative newness that comes from Jesus' teachings about the Kingdom of Heaven.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: G1161
   There are 2556 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: δέ
   Transliteration: dé
   Pronunciation: deh
   Description: a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc.:--also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in English).
   
2. Strong's Number: G2036
   There are 901 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἔπω
   Transliteration: épō
   Pronunciation: ep'-o
   Description: a primary verb (used only in the definite past tense, the others being borrowed from ἐρέω, ῥέω, and φημί); to speak or say (by word or writing):--answer, bid, bring word, call, command, grant, say (on), speak, tell. Compare λέγω.
   
3. Strong's Number: G846
   There are 3776 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: αὐτός
   Transliteration: autós
   Pronunciation: ow-tos'
   Description: from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of ἀήρ through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative ἑαυτοῦ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons:--her, it(-self), one, the other, (mine) own, said, (self-), the) same, ((him-, my-, thy- )self, (your-)selves, she, that, their(-s), them(-selves), there(-at, - by, -in, -into, -of, -on, -with), they, (these) things, this (man), those, together, very, which. Compare αὑτοῦ.
   
4. Strong's Number: G1223
   There are 580 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: διά
   Transliteration: diá
   Pronunciation: dee-ah'
   Description: a primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional):--after, always, among, at, to avoid, because of (that), briefly, by, for (cause) … fore, from, in, by occasion of, of, by reason of, for sake, that, thereby, therefore, X though, through(-out), to, wherefore, with (-in). In composition it retains the same general importance.
   
5. Strong's Number: G5124
   There are 303 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: τοῦτο
   Transliteration: toûto
   Pronunciation: too'-to
   Description: neuter singular nominative or accusative case of οὗτος; that thing:--here (-unto), it, partly, self(-same), so, that (intent), the same, there(-fore, -unto), this, thus, where(-fore).
   
6. Strong's Number: G3956
   There are 1075 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: πᾶς
   Transliteration: pâs
   Pronunciation: pas
   Description: including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole:--all (manner of, means), alway(-s), any (one), X daily, + ever, every (one, way), as many as, + no(-thing), X thoroughly, whatsoever, whole, whosoever.
   
7. Strong's Number: G1122
   There are 67 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: γραμματεύς
   Transliteration: grammateús
   Pronunciation: gram-mat-yooce'
   Description: from γράμμα. a writer, i.e. (professionally) scribe or secretary:--scribe, town-clerk.
   
8. Strong's Number: G3100
   There are 4 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: μαθητεύω
   Transliteration: mathēteúō
   Pronunciation: math-ayt-yoo'-o
   Description: from μαθητής; intransitively, to become a pupil; transitively, to disciple, i.e. enrol as scholar:--be disciple, instruct, teach.
   
9. Strong's Number: G1519
   There are 1513 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: εἰς
   Transliteration: eis
   Pronunciation: ice
   Description: a primary preposition; to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases:--(abundant-)ly, against, among, as, at, (back-)ward, before, by, concerning, + continual, + far more exceeding, for (intent, purpose), fore, + forth, in (among, at, unto, -so much that, -to), to the intent that, + of one mind, + never, of, (up-)on, + perish, + set at one again, (so) that, therefore(-unto), throughout, til, to (be, the end, -ward), (here-)until(-to), …ward, (where-)fore, with. Often used in composition with the same general import, but only with verbs (etc.) expressing motion (literally or figuratively).
   
10. Strong's Number: G932
    There are 154 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: βασιλεία
    Transliteration: basileía
    Pronunciation: bas-il-i'-ah
    Description: from βασιλεύς; properly, royalty, i.e. (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively):--kingdom, + reign.
    
11. Strong's Number: G3772
    There are 264 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: οὐρανός
    Transliteration: ouranós
    Pronunciation: oo-ran-os'
    Description: perhaps from the same as ὄρος (through the idea of elevation); the sky; by extension, heaven (as the abode of God); by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel (Christianity):--air, heaven(-ly), sky.
    
12. Strong's Number: G2076
    There are 812 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἐστί
    Transliteration: estí
    Pronunciation: es-tee'
    Description: third person singular present indicative of εἰμί; he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are:--are, be(-long), call, X can(-not), come, consisteth, X dure for a while, + follow, X have, (that) is (to say), make, meaneth, X must needs, + profit, + remaineth, + wrestle.
    
13. Strong's Number: G3664
    There are 43 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ὅμοιος
    Transliteration: hómoios
    Pronunciation: hom'-oy-os
    Description: from the base of ὁμοῦ; similar (in appearance or character):--like, + manner.
    
14. Strong's Number: G444
    There are 614 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἄνθρωπος
    Transliteration: ánthrōpos
    Pronunciation: anth'-ro-pos
    Description: from ἀνήρ and (the countenance; from ὀπτάνομαι); man-faced, i.e. a human being:--certain, man.
    
15. Strong's Number: G3617
    There are 12 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: οἰκοδεσπότης
    Transliteration: oikodespótēs
    Pronunciation: oy-kod-es-pot'-ace
    Description: from οἶκος and δεσπότης; the head of a family:--goodman (of the house), householder, master of the house.
    
16. Strong's Number: G3748
    There are 148 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ὅστις
    Transliteration: hóstis
    Pronunciation: hot'-ee
    Description: from ὅς and τὶς; which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which same:--X and (they), (such) as, (they) that, in that they, what(-soever), whereas ye, (they) which, who(-soever). Compare ὅτι.
    
17. Strong's Number: G1544
    There are 76 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἐκβάλλω
    Transliteration: ekbállō
    Pronunciation: ek-bal'-lo
    Description: from ἐκ and βάλλω; to eject (literally or figuratively):--bring forth, cast (forth, out), drive (out), expel, leave, pluck (pull, take, thrust) out, put forth (out), send away (forth, out).
    
18. Strong's Number: G1537
    There are 761 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἐκ
    Transliteration: ek
    Pronunciation: ex
    Description: a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause; literal or figurative; direct or remote):--after, among, X are, at, betwixt(-yond), by (the means of), exceedingly, (+ abundantly above), for(- th), from (among, forth, up), + grudgingly, + heartily, X heavenly, X hereby, + very highly, in, …ly, (because, by reason) of, off (from), on, out among (from, of), over, since, X thenceforth, through, X unto, X vehemently, with(-out). Often used in composition, with the same general import; often of completion.
    
19. Strong's Number: G2344
    There are 16 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: θησαυρός
    Transliteration: thēsaurós
    Pronunciation: thay-sow-ros'
    Description: from τίθημι; a deposit, i.e. wealth (literally or figuratively):--treasure.
    
20. Strong's Number: G2537
    There are 38 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: καινός
    Transliteration: kainós
    Pronunciation: kahee-nos'
    Description: of uncertain affinity; new (especially in freshness; while νέος is properly so with respect to age:--new.
    
21. Strong's Number: G2532
    There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: καί
    Transliteration: kaí
    Pronunciation: kahee
    Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet.
    
22. Strong's Number: G3820
    There are 15 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: παλαιός
    Transliteration: palaiós
    Pronunciation: pal-ah-yos'
    Description: from πάλαι; antique, i.e. not recent, worn out:--old.