Matthew 22:44

The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand, till I make thine enemies thy footstool?

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`ADONAI said to my Lord, "Sit here at my right hand until I put your enemies under your feet"'?

‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand until I put Your enemies under Your feet.”’

The Lord said unto my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand, Till I put thine enemies underneath thy feet?

Matthew 22:44 (KJV) records Jesus quoting an Old Testament psalm to challenge the religious leaders of His day, revealing a profound truth about His own identity as the Messiah.

Context

This verse is part of a series of intense confrontations Jesus had with the Jewish religious authorities in Jerusalem during the final week of His earthly ministry. After successfully answering challenging questions from the Pharisees, Sadducees, and Herodians, Jesus turns the tables and poses a question to the Pharisees about the Messiah (Christ). He asks them, "What think ye of Christ? whose son is he?" When they correctly reply, "The Son of David," Jesus then quotes Psalm 110:1, asking how David could call his own descendant "Lord" if the Messiah were merely a human king. This verse (Matthew 22:44) is the direct quotation of that pivotal psalm, highlighting the Messiah's divine nature and authority that transcends mere human lineage.

Key Themes

  • The Messiah's Dual Nature: The verse powerfully illustrates that the Messiah is not merely a human descendant of David (the Son of David) but also David's divine Lord. This challenges a purely human or political understanding of the Christ, pointing to His unique God-man identity.
  • Divine Authority and Exaltation: "Sit thou on my right hand" signifies the highest position of honor, power, and authority. This imagery indicates the Messiah's co-equality and shared rule with God the Father, prefiguring Jesus' ascension and exaltation after His resurrection.
  • Ultimate Victory Over Enemies: "Till I make thine enemies thy footstool" speaks to the Messiah's ultimate triumph and complete dominion over all opposition, including sin, death, and spiritual forces. It assures believers of Christ's complete and final victory.
  • Jesus as Lord: The passage directly points to Jesus as the fulfillment of this prophecy, asserting His unique status as both Son of Man and Son of God, the promised Lord and King.

Linguistic Insights

The distinction between the two "Lords" in this verse is crucial for understanding its theological weight. "The LORD" (capitalized in KJV) refers to Yahweh, the personal name of God the Father in the Old Testament. "My Lord" refers to the Messiah, whom David acknowledges as his superior. In the original Hebrew of Psalm 110:1, this distinction is even clearer: YHWH (the divine name, translated "The LORD") says to Adonai (a respectful title for master or lord, but here used for the Messiah in a profound way that implies divinity). Jesus' use of this psalm highlights that the Messiah is not merely a human king but possesses a divine nature that transcends human lineage, making Him worthy of David's worship and submission.

Reflection and Application

This verse compels us to consider the full identity of Jesus Christ. He is not just a historical figure, a good teacher, or a prophet, but the eternal Son of God, the rightful Lord of all creation. His position "on the right hand" of God assures us of His ongoing reign and authority over all things, including the spiritual forces of evil and the challenges we face in life. Just as Peter declared on the day of Pentecost, God has made Jesus "both Lord and Christ." This profound truth offers immense hope and security, knowing that our Savior is sovereign and will ultimately subdue all His enemies, bringing about His perfect kingdom. Our response should be one of worship, submission, and trust in His ultimate victory.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Psalms 110:1

    ¶ A Psalm of David. The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou at my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool.

  • Hebrews 1:13

    But to which of the angels said he at any time, Sit on my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool?

  • Acts 2:34

    For David is not ascended into the heavens: but he saith himself, The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand,

  • Acts 2:35

    Until I make thy foes thy footstool.

  • 1 Corinthians 15:25

    For he must reign, till he hath put all enemies under his feet.

  • Hebrews 10:12

    But this man, after he had offered one sacrifice for sins for ever, sat down on the right hand of God;

  • Hebrews 10:13

    From henceforth expecting till his enemies be made his footstool.

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