King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
For the Son of man shall come in the glory of his Father with his angels; and then he shall reward every man according to his works.
Complete Jewish Bible:
For the Son of Man will come in his Father's glory, with his angels; and then he will repay everyone according to his conduct.
Berean Standard Bible:
For the Son of Man will come in His Father’s glory with His angels, and then He will repay each one according to what he has done.
American Standard Version:
For the Son of man shall come in the glory of his Father with his angels; and then shall he render unto every man according to his deeds.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
For{G1063} the Son{G5207} of man{G444} shall{G3195} come{G2064} in{G1722} the glory{G1391} of his{G846} Father{G3962} with{G3326} his{G846} angels{G32}; and{G2532} then{G5119} he shall reward{G591} every man{G1538} according{G2596} to his{G846} works{G4234}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Psalms 62:12
- Also unto thee, O Lord, [belongeth] mercy: for thou renderest to every man according to his work.
2 Corinthians 5:10
- For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things [done] in [his] body, according to that he hath done, whether [it be] good or bad.
Romans 2:6
- Who will render to every man according to his deeds:
Romans 14:12
- So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God.
Revelation 22:12
- And, behold, I come quickly; and my reward [is] with me, to give every man according as his work shall be.
Revelation 22:15
- For without [are] dogs, and sorcerers, and whoremongers, and murderers, and idolaters, and whosoever loveth and maketh a lie.
Jeremiah 17:10
- I the LORD search the heart, [I] try the reins, even to give every man according to his ways, [and] according to the fruit of his doings.
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Commentary for Matthew 16:27
Matthew 16:27 is a verse that carries significant eschatological themes within the Christian faith, primarily focusing on the future return of Jesus Christ, known as the Second Coming. The verse is part of the New Testament and is set within the context of Jesus' ministry in the Galilee region, as he teaches and prepares his disciples for the Kingdom of God.
In this verse, Jesus refers to himself as the "Son of man," a messianic title that he often used to identify his humanity and his role as the one prophesied to come in judgment and glory (Daniel 7:13-14). The phrase "in the glory of his Father" suggests a shared divine majesty and authority, emphasizing the intimate relationship between Jesus and God the Father.
The mention of angels accompanying Jesus at his return reflects a common biblical motif where heavenly beings attend to divine activities, particularly those involving judgment and the establishment of God's rule (cf. Matthew 25:31, 2 Thessalonians 1:7).
The latter part of the verse, "he shall reward every man according to his works," introduces the concept of divine judgment based on one's actions during their lifetime. This aligns with the broader biblical principle that God is just and that there will be a moral accounting for each person (cf. Psalm 62:12, Romans 2:6, Revelation 22:12).
Historically, this verse would have resonated with Jewish expectations of a messiah who would come to establish justice and righteousness, as well as with early Christian beliefs about the imminent return of Christ to judge the living and the dead. It served to encourage moral behavior and steadfast faith among Jesus' followers, assuring them that good deeds would be acknowledged and rewarded by Christ upon his return.
In summary, Matthew 16:27 prophetically announces the return of Jesus Christ in splendor, accompanied by angels, to judge all people according to their deeds, thus affirming the Christian hope in a future divine justice and the ultimate vindication of the righteous.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: G1063
There are 1016 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: γάρ
Transliteration: gár
Pronunciation: gar
Description: a primary particle; properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles):--and, as, because (that), but, even, for, indeed, no doubt, seeing, then, therefore, verily, what, why, yet. - Strong's Number: G5207
There are 348 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: υἱός
Transliteration: huiós
Pronunciation: hwee-os'
Description: apparently a primary word; a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship:--child, foal, son. - 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. - Strong's Number: G3195
There are 107 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: μέλλω
Transliteration: méllō
Pronunciation: mel'-lo
Description: a strengthened form of μέλω (through the idea of expectation); to intend, i.e. be about to be, do, or suffer something (of persons or things, especially events; in the sense of purpose, duty, necessity, probability, possibility, or hesitation):--about, after that, be (almost), (that which is, things, + which was for) to come, intend, was to (be), mean, mind, be at the point, (be) ready, + return, shall (begin), (which, that) should (after, afterwards, hereafter) tarry, which was for, will, would, be yet. - 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. - Strong's Number: G1722
There are 2129 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐν
Transliteration: en
Pronunciation: en
Description: a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (medially or constructively), i.e. a relation of rest (intermediate between εἰς and ἐκ); "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.:--about, after, against, + almost, X altogether, among, X as, at, before, between, (here-)by (+ all means), for (… sake of), + give self wholly to, (here-)in(-to, -wardly), X mightily, (because) of, (up-)on, (open-)ly, X outwardly, one, X quickly, X shortly, (speedi-)ly, X that, X there(-in, -on), through(-out), (un-)to(-ward), under, when, where(-with), while, with(-in). Often used in compounds, with substantially the same import; rarely with verbs of motion, and then not to indicate direction, except (elliptically) by a separate (and different) preposition. - Strong's Number: G1391
There are 151 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: δόξα
Transliteration: dóxa
Pronunciation: dox'-ah
Description: from the base of δοκέω; glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective):--dignity, glory(-ious), honour, praise, worship. - 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. - Strong's Number: G3962
There are 372 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: πατήρ
Transliteration: patḗr
Pronunciation: pat-ayr'
Description: apparently a primary word; a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote):--father, parent. - Strong's Number: G3326
There are 445 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: μετά
Transliteration: metá
Pronunciation: met-ah'
Description: a primary preposition (often used adverbially); properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with which it is joined; occupying an intermediate position between ἀπό or ἐκ and εἰς or πρός; less intimate than ἐν and less close than σύν):--after(-ward), X that he again, against, among, X and, + follow, hence, hereafter, in, of, (up-)on, + our, X and setting, since, (un-)to, + together, when, with (+ -out). Often used in composition, in substantially the same relations of participation or proximity, and transfer or sequence. - Strong's Number: G32
There are 228 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἄγγελος
Transliteration: ángelos
Pronunciation: ang'-el-os
Description: from (probably derived from ἄγω; compare ἀγέλη) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor:--angel, messenger. - 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. - Strong's Number: G5119
There are 157 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: τότε
Transliteration: tóte
Pronunciation: tot'-eh
Description: from (the neuter of) ὁ and ὅτε; the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution):--that time, then. - Strong's Number: G591
There are 46 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀποδίδωμι
Transliteration: apodídōmi
Pronunciation: ap-od-eed'-o-mee
Description: from ἀπό and δίδωμι; to give away, i.e. up, over, back, etc. (in various applications):--deliver (again), give (again), (re-)pay(-ment be made), perform, recompense, render, requite, restore, reward, sell, yield. - Strong's Number: G1538
There are 78 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἕκαστος
Transliteration: hékastos
Pronunciation: hek'-as-tos
Description: as if a superlative of (afar); each or every:--any, both, each (one), every (man, one, woman), particularly. - Strong's Number: G2596
There are 436 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: κατά
Transliteration: katá
Pronunciation: kat-ah'
Description: a primary particle; (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined):--about, according as (to), after, against, (when they were) X alone, among, and, X apart, (even, like) as (concerning, pertaining to touching), X aside, at, before, beyond, by, to the charge of, (charita-)bly, concerning, + covered, (dai-)ly, down, every, (+ far more) exceeding, X more excellent, for, from … to, godly, in(-asmuch, divers, every, -to, respect of), … by, after the manner of, + by any means, beyond (out of) measure, X mightily, more, X natural, of (up-)on (X part), out (of every), over against, (+ your) X own, + particularly, so, through(-oughout, -oughout every), thus, (un-)to(-gether, -ward), X uttermost, where(-by), with. In composition it retains many of these applications, and frequently denotes opposition, distribution, or intensity. - Strong's Number: G4234
There are 6 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: πρᾶξις
Transliteration: prâxis
Pronunciation: prax'-is
Description: from πράσσω; practice, i.e. (concretely) an act; by extension, a function:--deed, office, work.