Matthew 15:29

King James Version:

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¶ And Jesus departed from thence, and came nigh unto the sea of Galilee; and went up into a mountain, and sat down there.

Complete Jewish Bible:

Yeshua left there and went along the shore of Lake Kinneret. He climbed a hill and sat down;

Berean Standard Bible:

Moving on from there, Jesus went along the Sea of Galilee. Then He went up on a mountain and sat down.

American Standard Version:

And Jesus departed thence, and came nigh unto the sea of Galilee; and he went up into the mountain, and sat there.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And^{G2532} Jesus^{G2424} departed^{G3327} from thence^{G1564}, and came^{G2064} nigh unto^{G3844} the sea^{G2281} of Galilee^{G1056}; and^{G2532} went up^{G305} into^{G1519} a mountain^{G3735}, and sat down^{G2521} there^{G1563}.

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Commentary for Matthew 15:29

Matthew 15:29 is a transitional verse that sets the scene for a significant event in the ministry of Jesus Christ. The verse reads, "And Jesus departed from thence, and came nigh unto the sea of Galilee; and went up into a mountain, and sat down there." This verse is situated within the historical context of Jesus' extensive travels throughout the regions of Judea and Galilee, where he taught and performed miracles.

The Sea of Galilee was a central location for much of Jesus' ministry, as it was surrounded by populous areas where he could reach a wide audience. The act of going up into a mountain to sit down is reminiscent of the traditional role of a rabbi or teacher in Jewish culture, where the teacher would sit to instruct his disciples. This setting also echoes the Sermon on the Mount, another instance where Jesus taught from a mountainside.

The themes present in this verse include Jesus' intentionality in choosing locations that were both symbolic and practical for teaching and healing. The mountain setting not only provided a natural amphitheater for the crowds but also symbolized a place of revelation and communion with God, harking back to Moses receiving the Law on Mount Sinai. Additionally, the verse hints at Jesus' compassion and dedication to reaching out to those in need, as the subsequent verses describe him healing many who were brought to him.

In summary, Matthew 15:29 captures a moment of transition in Jesus' ministry, highlighting his purposeful movement towards areas where he could continue to teach and heal. The verse underscores the importance of the Sea of Galilee as a hub of activity in Jesus' life and the symbolic significance of mountains in Jewish religious tradition. It sets the stage for a period of intense miraculous activity and teaching, reflecting Jesus' role as a compassionate and authoritative teacher.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

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

1. 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.
   
2. Strong's Number: G2424
   There are 935 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: Ἰησοῦς
   Transliteration: Iēsoûs
   Pronunciation: ee-ay-sooce'
   Description: of Hebrew origin (יְהוֹשׁוּעַ); Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites:--Jesus.
   
3. Strong's Number: G3327
   There are 11 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: μεταβαίνω
   Transliteration: metabaínō
   Pronunciation: met-ab-ah'-ee-no
   Description: from μετά and the base of βάσις; to change place:--depart, go, pass, remove.
   
4. Strong's Number: G1564
   There are 27 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐκεῖθεν
   Transliteration: ekeîthen
   Pronunciation: ek-i'-then
   Description: from ἐκεῖ; thence:--from that place, (from) thence, there.
   
5. Strong's Number: G2064
   There are 604 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἔρχομαι
   Transliteration: érchomai
   Pronunciation: el'-tho
   Description: middle voice of a primary verb (used only in the present and imperfect tenses, the others being supplied by a kindred (middle voice) , or (active) , which do not otherwise occur); to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively):--accompany, appear, bring, come, enter, fall out, go, grow, X light, X next, pass, resort, be set.
   
6. Strong's Number: G3844
   There are 189 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: παρά
   Transliteration: pará
   Pronunciation: par-ah'
   Description: a primary preposition; properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subjectively), (with accusative case) to the proximity with (local (especially beyond or opposed to) or causal (on account of):--above, against, among, at, before, by, contrary to, X friend, from, + give (such things as they), + that (she) had, X his, in, more than, nigh unto, (out) of, past, save, side…by, in the sight of, than, (there-)fore, with. In compounds it retains the same variety of application.
   
7. Strong's Number: G2281
   There are 83 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: θάλασσα
   Transliteration: thálassa
   Pronunciation: thal'-as-sah
   Description: probably prolonged from ἅλς; the sea (genitive case or specially):--sea.
   
8. Strong's Number: G1056
   There are 62 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: Γαλιλαία
   Transliteration: Galilaía
   Pronunciation: gal-il-ah'-yah
   Description: of Hebrew origin (גָּלִיל); Galilæa (i.e. the heathen circle), a region of Palestine:--Galilee.
   
9. Strong's Number: G305
   There are 410 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἀναβαίνω
   Transliteration: anabaínō
   Pronunciation: an-ab-ah'-ee-no
   Description: from ἀνά and the base of βάσις; to go up (literally or figuratively):--arise, ascend (up), climb (go, grow, rise, spring) up, come (up).
   
10. 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).
    
11. Strong's Number: G3735
    There are 65 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ὄρος
    Transliteration: óros
    Pronunciation: or'-os
    Description: probably from an obsolete (to rise or "rear"; perhaps akin to αἴρω; compare ὄρνις); a mountain (as lifting itself above the plain):--hill, mount(-ain).
    
12. Strong's Number: G2521
    There are 87 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: κάθημαι
    Transliteration: káthēmai
    Pronunciation: kath'-ay-mahee
    Description: from κατά; and (to sit; akin to the base of ἑδραῖος); to sit down; figuratively, to remain, reside:--dwell, sit (by, down).
    
13. Strong's Number: G1563
    There are 98 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἐκεῖ
    Transliteration: ekeî
    Pronunciation: ek-i'
    Description: of uncertain affinity; there; by extension, thither:--there, thither(-ward), (to) yonder (place).