Matthew 21:34 Meaning and Explanation
“And when the time of the fruit drew near, he sent his servants to the husbandmen, that they might receive the fruits of it.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →At harvest time the owner sends servants to collect his share of the fruit from the tenants.
What Does Matthew 21:34 Mean?
When harvest approaches, the owner sends his servants to the tenants to receive the fruit due to him. He rightfully expects a return from the vineyard he planted and entrusted to their care. The servants come on his behalf.
The sending of servants pictures the prophets God sent to His people to call for the fruit of faithfulness and obedience. The owner asks only for what is rightly his. This gentle but just expectation reveals that God looks for genuine response from those He has blessed. The trust He gives carries with it a calling to bear fruit for Him in due season.
Matthew 21:34 in the Original Language
doulos (δοῦλος), 'servant' -- a bondservant sent as the owner's representative.
Frequently Asked Questions About Matthew 21:34
What does Matthew 21:34 mean?
At harvest time the owner sends servants to collect his share of the fruit from the tenants.