Matthew 4:10

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

Then saith Jesus unto him, Get thee hence, Satan: for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.

Complete Jewish Bible:

"Away with you, Satan!" Yeshua told him, "For the Tanakh says, `Worship ADONAI your God, and serve only him.'"

Berean Standard Bible:

“Away from Me, Satan!” Jesus declared. “For it is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God and serve Him only.’”

American Standard Version:

Then saith Jesus unto him, Get thee hence, Satan: for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

Then^{G5119} saith^{G3004} Jesus^{G2424} unto him^{G846}, Get thee hence^{G5217}, Satan^{G4567}: for^{G1063} it is written^{G1125}, Thou shalt worship^{G4352} the Lord^{G2962} thy^{G4675} God^{G2316}, and^{G2532} him^{G846} only^{G3441} shalt thou serve^{G3000}.

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Commentary for Matthew 4:10

Matthew 4:10 is part of the narrative describing Jesus' temptation in the wilderness, which occurs immediately after His baptism and before the beginning of His public ministry. This verse captures the climax of the threefold temptation by the devil, who tries to lure Jesus into abandoning His divine mission by offering worldly power and glory. In this verse, Jesus forcefully rebukes Satan, asserting the primacy of worship and service to God alone.

The historical context of this verse is rooted in the Jewish understanding of monotheism, which was central to their faith. The commandment to worship only the Lord one's God is a direct reference to the Shema, the quintessential Jewish confession of faith found in Deuteronomy 6:4-5. By quoting this foundational scripture, Jesus affirms the exclusive worship of God and rejects any form of idolatry or false worship, which was a significant temptation in both the Jewish and pagan contexts of the time.

The themes present in this verse include the importance of allegiance to God, the rejection of temptation, and the fulfillment of Scripture. Jesus' response to Satan underscores His obedience to God's will and His commitment to the path of self-sacrifice and servanthood, which will ultimately lead to the cross. This verse also highlights the use of Scripture in resisting evil, demonstrating the power of God's word in spiritual warfare. Jesus' example serves as a model for believers facing their own temptations, emphasizing the importance of fidelity to God and the authority of Scripture in the life of faith.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

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

1. 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.
   
2. Strong's Number: G3004
   There are 1244 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: λέγω
   Transliteration: légō
   Pronunciation: leg'-o
   Description: a primary verb; properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas ἔπω and φημί generally refer to an individual expression or speech respectively; while ῥέω is properly to break silence merely, and λαλέω means an extended or random harangue)); by implication, to mean:--ask, bid, boast, call, describe, give out, name, put forth, say(-ing, on), shew, speak, tell, utter.
   
3. 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.
   
4. 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.
   
5. Strong's Number: G5217
   There are 77 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ὑπάγω
   Transliteration: hypágō
   Pronunciation: hoop-ag'-o
   Description: from ὑπό and ἄγω; to lead (oneself) under, i.e. withdraw or retire (as if sinking out of sight), literally or figuratively:--depart, get hence, go (a-)way.
   
6. Strong's Number: G4567
   There are 33 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: Σατανᾶς
   Transliteration: Satanâs
   Pronunciation: sat-an-as'
   Description: of Chaldee origin corresponding to מַעְבָּד (with the definite affix); the accuser, i.e. the devil:--Satan.
   
7. 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.
   
8. Strong's Number: G1125
   There are 197 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: γράφω
   Transliteration: gráphō
   Pronunciation: graf'-o
   Description: a primary verb; to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe:--describe, write(-ing, -ten).
   
9. Strong's Number: G4352
   There are 54 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: προσκυνέω
   Transliteration: proskynéō
   Pronunciation: pros-koo-neh'-o
   Description: from πρός and a probable derivative of κύων (meaning to kiss, like a dog licking his master's hand); to fawn or crouch to, i.e. (literally or figuratively) prostrate oneself in homage (do reverence to, adore):--worship.
   
10. Strong's Number: G2962
    There are 687 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: κύριος
    Transliteration: kýrios
    Pronunciation: koo'-ree-os
    Description: from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title):-- God, Lord, master, Sir.
    
11. Strong's Number: G4675
    There are 360 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: σοῦ
    Transliteration: soû
    Pronunciation: soo
    Description: genitive case of σύ; of thee, thy:--X home, thee, thine (own), thou, thy.
    
12. Strong's Number: G2316
    There are 1172 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: θεός
    Transliteration: theós
    Pronunciation: theh'-os
    Description: of uncertain affinity; a deity, especially (with ὁ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very:--X exceeding, God, god(-ly, -ward).
    
13. 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.
    
14. Strong's Number: G3441
    There are 46 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: μόνος
    Transliteration: mónos
    Pronunciation: mon'-os
    Description: probably from μένω; remaining, i.e. sole or single; by implication, mere:--alone, only, by themselves.
    
15. Strong's Number: G3000
    There are 21 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: λατρεύω
    Transliteration: latreúō
    Pronunciation: lat-ryoo'-o
    Description: from (a hired menial); to minister (to God), i.e. render religious homage:--serve, do the service, worship(-per).