Matthew 25:39 Meaning and Explanation
“Or when saw we thee sick, or in prison, and came unto thee?”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →They finish the question: when did they see him sick or in prison and come to him?
What Does Matthew 25:39 Mean?
The question reaches its final pair — sickness and prison, the costliest visits on the list — and then rests. Six needs, six disclaimers. The righteous have searched their memories for the King and found only ordinary people in ordinary trouble.
That is exactly where he was. The verse holds the door open for the great unveiling of verse 40, but it already carries its own lesson: Christ is found where no one expects him, in places that promise nothing for going. Whoever waits to serve until the moment looks sacred will miss him. He keeps company with the overlooked.
Frequently Asked Questions About Matthew 25:39
What does Matthew 25:39 mean?
They finish the question: when did they see him sick or in prison and come to him?