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for I know that you seek Jesus, the One having been crucified. <a href="/kjv/matthew/28.htm">King James Bible</a> And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified. <a href="/nkjv/matthew/28.htm">New King James Version</a> But the angel answered and said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. <a href="/nasb_/matthew/28.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> And the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid; for I know that you are looking for Jesus who has been crucified. <a href="/nasb/matthew/28.htm">NASB 1995</a> The angel said to the women, &#8220Do not be afraid; for I know that you are looking for Jesus who has been crucified. <a href="/nasb77/matthew/28.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And the angel answered and said to the women, “Do not be afraid; for I know that you are looking for Jesus who has been crucified. <a href="/lsb/matthew/28.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And the angel answered and said to the women, “Do not be afraid; for I know that you are looking for Jesus who has been crucified. <a href="/amp/matthew/28.htm">Amplified Bible</a> But the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid; for I know that you are looking for Jesus who has been crucified. <a href="/csb/matthew/28.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> The angel told the women, “Don’t be afraid, because I know you are looking for Jesus who was crucified. <a href="/hcsb/matthew/28.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> But the angel told the women, &#8220Don&#8217t be afraid, because I know you are looking for Jesus who was crucified. <a href="/asv/matthew/28.htm">American Standard Version</a> And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye; for I know that ye seek Jesus, who hath been crucified. <a href="/cev/matthew/28.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> The angel said to the women, "Don't be afraid! I know you are looking for Jesus, who was nailed to a cross. <a href="/erv/matthew/28.htm">English Revised Version</a> And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus, which hath been crucified. <a href="/gwt/matthew/28.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> The angel said to the women, "Don't be afraid! I know you're looking for Jesus, who was crucified. <a href="/gnt/matthew/28.htm">Good News Translation</a> The angel spoke to the women. "You must not be afraid," he said. "I know you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. <a href="/isv/matthew/28.htm">International Standard Version</a> Responding to the women, the angel said, "Stop being frightened! I know you're looking for Jesus, who was crucified. <a href="/msb/matthew/28.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> But the angel said to the women, ?Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. <a href="/net/matthew/28.htm">NET Bible</a> But the angel said to the women, "Do not be afraid; I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. <a href="/nheb/matthew/28.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> The angel answered the women, "Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus, who has been crucified. <a href="/wbt/matthew/28.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And the angel answered and said to the women, Fear ye not: for I know that ye seek Jesus, who was crucified. <a href="/wey/matthew/28.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> But the angel said to the women, "As for you, dismiss your fears. I know that it is Jesus that you are looking for--the crucified One. <a href="/web/matthew/28.htm">World English Bible</a> The angel answered the women, “Don’t be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus, who has been crucified. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/matthew/28.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And the messenger answering said to the women, “Do not fear, for I have known that you seek Jesus who has been crucified; <a href="/blb/matthew/28.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And the angel answering said to the women, "Fear not; for I know that you seek Jesus, the One having been crucified. <a href="/ylt/matthew/28.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And the messenger answering said to the women, 'Fear not ye, for I have known that Jesus, who hath been crucified, ye seek; <a href="/slt/matthew/28.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And the messenger, having answered, said to the women, Be ye not afraid; for I know that ye seek Jesus, having been crucified.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/matthew/28.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And the angel answering, said to the women: Fear not you; for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. <a href="/cpdv/matthew/28.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Then the Angel responded by saying to the women: “Do not be afraid. For I know that you are seeking Jesus, who was crucified. <a href="/nabre/matthew/28.htm">New American Bible</a> Then the angel said to the women in reply, “Do not be afraid! I know that you are seeking Jesus the crucified. <a href="/nrsvce/matthew/28.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> But the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid; I know that you are looking for Jesus who was crucified.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/matthew/28.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> But the angel answered and said to the women, You need not be afraid; for I know that you are seeking Jesus who was crucified. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/matthew/28.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> But the Angel answered and said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are seeking Yeshua, who was crucified.”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/matthew/28.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> But the angel answered and said to the women: Fear not; for I know that you seek Jesus, who was crucified. <a href="/godbey/matthew/28.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And the angel responding, said to the women, Be ye not afraid: for I know that you are seeking Jesus, who has been crucified. <a href="/haweis/matthew/28.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Then the angel addressing them, said to the women, Fear not ye; for I know that ye are seeking Jesus who was crucified. <a href="/mace/matthew/28.htm">Mace New Testament</a> but the angel spoke to the woman, and said, don't be frighted, I know you are seeking Jesus, who was crucified. <a href="/wey/matthew/28.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> But the angel said to the women, "As for you, dismiss your fears. I know that it is Jesus that you are looking for--the crucified One. <a href="/worrell/matthew/28.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And the angel, answering, said to the women, "Fear not; for I know that ye are seeking Jesus Who hath been crucified. <a href="/worsley/matthew/28.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> and the angel said to the women, Be not ye afraid: for I know that ye seek Jesus who was crucified. <a href="/parallel/matthew/28-5.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hriiyJYqzvc?start=9115" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/matthew/28.htm">The Resurrection</a> …4The guards trembled in fear of him and became like dead men. 5<a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">But</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/32.htm" title="32: angelos (N-NMS) -- From aggello; a messenger; especially an angel; by implication, a pastor.">angel</a> <a href="/greek/611.htm" title="611: Apokritheis (V-APP-NMS) -- From apo and krino; to conclude for oneself, i.e. to respond; by Hebraism to begin to speak."></a> <a href="/greek/2036.htm" title="2036: eipen (V-AIA-3S) -- Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.">said</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tais (Art-DFP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">to the</a> <a href="/greek/1135.htm" title="1135: gynaixin (N-DFP) -- A woman, wife, my lady. Probably from the base of ginomai; a woman; specially, a wife.">women,</a> <a href="/greek/3361.htm" title="3361: Mē (Adv) -- Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether.">“Do not</a> <a href="/greek/5399.htm" title="5399: phobeisthe (V-PMM/P-2P) -- From phobos; to frighten, i.e. to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. Revere.">be afraid,</a> <a href="/greek/1063.htm" title="1063: gar (Conj) -- For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.">for</a> <a href="/greek/1492.htm" title="1492: oida (V-RIA-1S) -- To know, remember, appreciate. ">I know</a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.">that</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymeis (PPro-N2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">you</a> <a href="/greek/2212.htm" title="2212: zēteite (V-PIA-2P) -- To seek, search for, desire, require, demand. Of uncertain affinity; to seek; specially, to worship, or to plot.">are looking for</a> <a href="/greek/2424.htm" title="2424: Iēsoun (N-AMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.">Jesus,</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">who</a> <a href="/greek/4717.htm" title="4717: estaurōmenon (V-RPM/P-AMS) -- From stauros; to impale on the cross; figuratively, to extinguish passion or selfishness.">was crucified.</a> 6He is not here; He has risen, just as He said! Come, see the place where He lay.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/mark/16-6.htm">Mark 16:6</a> But he said to them, “Do not be alarmed. You are looking for Jesus the Nazarene, who was crucified. He has risen! He is not here! See the place where they put Him. <a href="/luke/24-5.htm">Luke 24:5-6</a> As the women bowed their faces to the ground in terror, the two men asked them, “Why do you look for the living among the dead? / He is not here; He has risen! Remember how He told you while He was still in Galilee: <a href="/john/20-12.htm">John 20:12-13</a> and she saw two angels in white sitting where the body of Jesus had lain, one at the head and the other at the feet. / “Woman, why are you weeping?” they asked. “Because they have taken my Lord away,” she said, “and I do not know where they have put Him.” <a href="/matthew/17-7.htm">Matthew 17:7</a> Then Jesus came over and touched them. “Get up,” He said. “Do not be afraid.” <a href="/matthew/14-27.htm">Matthew 14:27</a> But Jesus spoke up at once: “Take courage! It is I. Do not be afraid.” <a href="/revelation/1-17.htm">Revelation 1:17</a> When I saw Him, I fell at His feet like a dead man. But He placed His right hand on me and said, “Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last, <a href="/daniel/10-12.htm">Daniel 10:12</a> “Do not be afraid, Daniel,” he said, “for from the first day that you purposed to understand and to humble yourself before your God, your words were heard, and I have come in response to them. <a href="/daniel/10-19.htm">Daniel 10:19</a> “Do not be afraid, you who are highly precious,” he said. “Peace be with you! Be strong now; be very strong!” As he spoke with me, I was strengthened and said, “Speak, my lord, for you have strengthened me.” <a href="/acts/1-10.htm">Acts 1:10-11</a> They were looking intently into the sky as He was going, when suddenly two men dressed in white stood beside them. / “Men of Galilee,” they said, “why do you stand here looking into the sky? This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen Him go into heaven.” <a href="/luke/1-13.htm">Luke 1:13</a> But the angel said to him, “Do not be afraid, Zechariah, because your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you are to give him the name John. <a href="/luke/1-30.htm">Luke 1:30</a> So the angel told her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. <a href="/judges/6-22.htm">Judges 6:22-23</a> When Gideon realized that it was the angel of the LORD, he said, “Oh no, Lord GOD! I have seen the angel of the LORD face to face!” / But the LORD said to him, “Peace be with you. Do not be afraid, for you will not die.” <a href="/judges/13-6.htm">Judges 13:6</a> So the woman went and told her husband, “A man of God came to me. His appearance was like the angel of God, exceedingly awesome. I did not ask him where he came from, and he did not tell me his name. <a href="/genesis/21-17.htm">Genesis 21:17</a> Then God heard the voice of the boy, and the angel of God called to Hagar from heaven, “What is wrong, Hagar? Do not be afraid, for God has heard the voice of the boy where he lies. <a href="/genesis/46-3.htm">Genesis 46:3</a> “I am God,” He said, “the God of your father. Do not be afraid to go down to Egypt, for I will make you into a great nation there.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And the angel answered and said to the women, Fear not you: for I know that you seek Jesus, which was crucified.Fear.<a href="/isaiah/35-4.htm">Isaiah 35:4</a> Say to them that are of a fearful heart, Be strong, fear not: behold, your God will come with vengeance, even God with a recompence; he will come and save you.<a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10,14</a> Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness… <a href="/daniel/10-12.htm">Daniel 10:12,19</a> Then said he unto me, Fear not, Daniel: for from the first day that thou didst set thine heart to understand, and to chasten thyself before thy God, thy words were heard, and I am come for thy words… ye seek.<a href="/psalms/105-3.htm">Psalm 105:3,4</a> Glory ye in his holy name: let the heart of them rejoice that seek the LORD… <a href="/luke/24-5.htm">Luke 24:5</a> And as they were afraid, and bowed down their faces to the earth, they said unto them, Why seek ye the living among the dead?<a href="/john/20-13.htm">John 20:13-15</a> And they say unto her, Woman, why weepest thou? She saith unto them, Because they have taken away my Lord, and I know not where they have laid him… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/matthew/28-4.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/matthew/28-2.htm">Angel</a> <a href="/matthew/27-42.htm">Cross</a> <a href="/matthew/27-44.htm">Crucified</a> <a href="/matthew/27-52.htm">Death</a> <a href="/matthew/15-23.htm">Dismiss</a> <a href="/matthew/28-4.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/daniel/11-26.htm">Fears</a> <a href="/matthew/27-58.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/matthew/28-2.htm">Messenger</a> <a href="/matthew/16-4.htm">Searching</a> <a href="/matthew/18-12.htm">Seek</a> <a href="/matthew/27-55.htm">Women</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/matthew/28-8.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/luke/1-11.htm">Angel</a> <a href="/mark/4-35.htm">Cross</a> <a href="/mark/15-15.htm">Crucified</a> <a href="/mark/3-4.htm">Death</a> <a href="/matthew/28-10.htm">Dismiss</a> <a href="/matthew/28-8.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/luke/12-32.htm">Fears</a> <a href="/matthew/28-9.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/mark/1-2.htm">Messenger</a> <a href="/mark/1-37.htm">Searching</a> <a href="/mark/1-37.htm">Seek</a> <a href="/matthew/28-8.htm">Women</a><div class="vheading2">Matthew 28</div>1. <a href="/matthew/28-1.htm">Christ's resurrection is declared by an angel to the women.</a> 9. <a href="/matthew/28-9.htm">He himself appears unto them.</a> 11. <a href="/matthew/28-11.htm">The chief priests pay the soldiers to say that he was stolen out of his tomb.</a> 16. <a href="/matthew/28-16.htm">Christ appears to his disciples,</a> 18. <a href="/matthew/28-18.htm">and sends them to baptize and teach all nations.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/matthew/28.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/matthew/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/matthew/28.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>But the angel said to the women Angelic appearances in the Bible often signify divine intervention or the delivery of an important message. Angels are messengers of God, and their presence here underscores the significance of the resurrection event. The women mentioned are likely Mary Magdalene and the other Mary, who had come to see the tomb. In the cultural context of the time, women were not considered reliable witnesses, yet the Gospels highlight their role, emphasizing the inclusivity of the Gospel message.Do not be afraid This phrase is a common reassurance given by angels in Scripture, as seen in <a href="/luke/1-13.htm">Luke 1:13</a> and <a href="/luke/2-10.htm">Luke 2:10</a>. Fear is a natural human response to the supernatural, and the angel's words are meant to calm and prepare the women for the revelation of the resurrection. The command not to fear also reflects the transformative power of the resurrection, which conquers fear and death.for I know that you are looking for Jesus The angel acknowledges the purpose of the women's visit, showing divine awareness of human actions and intentions. This phrase highlights the devotion and love the women had for Jesus, as they sought Him even after His death. It also sets the stage for the revelation that Jesus is no longer in the tomb, pointing to the fulfillment of His promise to rise again.who was crucified This reference to the crucifixion is crucial, as it affirms the historical reality of Jesus' death. The crucifixion was a well-documented Roman method of execution, and its mention here underscores the suffering and sacrifice of Jesus. It also connects to Old Testament prophecies, such as <a href="/isaiah/53.htm">Isaiah 53</a>, which foretold the suffering of the Messiah. The crucifixion is central to Christian theology, as it represents the atonement for sin and the fulfillment of God's redemptive plan.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/t/the_angel.htm">The Angel</a> A divine messenger sent by God to deliver the good news of Jesus' resurrection. Angels often appear in the Bible to provide guidance, protection, and messages from God. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_women.htm">The Women</a> Refers to Mary Magdalene and the other Mary, who came to see the tomb. Their presence highlights the role of women as the first witnesses to the resurrection. 3. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a> The central figure of Christianity, who was crucified and resurrected. His resurrection is the cornerstone of Christian faith. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_tomb.htm">The Tomb</a> The place where Jesus was laid after His crucifixion. The empty tomb is a powerful symbol of Jesus' victory over death. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_resurrection.htm">The Resurrection</a> The event of Jesus rising from the dead, fulfilling His prophecy and demonstrating His divine nature.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/f/fear_not.htm">Fear Not</a> The angel's message begins with reassurance. In times of uncertainty or fear, believers are reminded to trust in God's plan and presence. <a href="/topical/s/seek_jesus.htm">Seek Jesus</a> The women were actively seeking Jesus, even in their grief. This teaches the importance of pursuing a relationship with Christ, especially in difficult times. <a href="/topical/w/witness_to_the_resurrection.htm">Witness to the Resurrection</a> The women were the first to hear of and witness the resurrection. Believers are called to be witnesses of Christ's resurrection in their lives and communities. <a href="/topical/d/divine_messengers.htm">Divine Messengers</a> Angels play a significant role in God's communication with humanity. This reminds us of God's ongoing involvement and care in our lives. <a href="/topical/v/victory_over_death.htm">Victory Over Death</a> The empty tomb signifies Jesus' triumph over death, offering hope and assurance of eternal life to all believers.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_matthew_28.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Matthew 28</a> <a href="/q/what_is_the_bulgarian_orthodox_church.htm">What is the Bulgarian Orthodox Church?</a> <a href="/q/why_do_bible_books_contradict_details.htm">If the Bible is historically accurate, why do different biblical books contradict each other in details such as the number of angels at Jesus' tomb?</a> <a href="/q/what_is_the_zion_christian_church.htm">What is the Zion Christian Church?</a> <a href="/q/is_christianity_unique.htm">Is Christianity distinct from other religions?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/matthew/28.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(5) The angel answered and said. . . .--We do not read of any words as spoken by the women, but the words which they now heard were an answer to their unuttered questionings and fears. The bright one on whom they gazed knew their distress and amazement at the sight of the emptied sepulchre, and told them that there was no cause for fear.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/matthew/28.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 5. - The angel answered and said. The women arrived probably while the guards were lying unconscious on the ground. They saw them, and they saw the angel rotting on the stone, or, according to St. Mark, "a young man sitting on the right side, arrayed in a white robe;" St. Luke says that "two men stood by them in dazzling apparel," i.e. first one had shown himself, and then another. Doubtless innumerable angels were thronging around, and one or more became visible to certain persons as they were capable of receiving spiritual impressions, or as these spirits were directed to show themselves. The women spake not, were too affrighted to ask questions; but their amazed look, their blank surprise, were themselves interrogative, and the angel replied to their inward emotion. Fear not ye (ὑμεῖς, emphatic). The soldiers have cause to fear; they are the enemies of the Lord; but ye are his friends, and need feel no alarm. Ye seek Jesus, which was crucified. Ye are seeking him, to do honour to his body; I know your pious intention, but it is useless. The angel shrinks not from the mention of Christ's shameful death, which is now his glory, "the power of God and the wisdom of God" (<a href="/1_corinthians/1-23.htm">1 Corinthians 1:23, 24</a>). "It was the good pleasure of the Father . .. through him to reconcile all things unto himself, having made peace through the blood of his cross... whether things upon the earth, or things in the heavens" (<a href="/colossians/1-19.htm">Colossians 1:19, 20</a>). The crucifixion "was not simply a temporary incident in the life of Christ. It is an eternal principle in his kingdom" (Milligan). <a href="/commentaries/matthew/28-5.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>But δὲ (de) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> A primary particle; but, and, etc. the ὁ (ho) Article - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. angel ἄγγελος (angelos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_32.htm">Strong's 32: </a> From aggello; a messenger; especially an 'angel'; by implication, a pastor. said εἶπεν (eipen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2036.htm">Strong's 2036: </a> Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say. to the ταῖς (tais) Article - Dative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. women, γυναιξίν (gynaixin) Noun - Dative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1135.htm">Strong's 1135: </a> A woman, wife, my lady. Probably from the base of ginomai; a woman; specially, a wife. “{Do} not Μὴ (Mē) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3361.htm">Strong's 3361: </a> Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether. be afraid, φοβεῖσθε (phobeisthe) Verb - Present Imperative Middle or Passive - 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_5399.htm">Strong's 5399: </a> From phobos; to frighten, i.e. to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. Revere. for γὰρ (gar) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1063.htm">Strong's 1063: </a> For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason. I know οἶδα (oida) Verb - Perfect Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1492.htm">Strong's 1492: </a> To know, remember, appreciate. that ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_3754.htm">Strong's 3754: </a> Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. you ὑμεῖς (hymeis) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. are looking for ζητεῖτε (zēteite) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2212.htm">Strong's 2212: </a> To seek, search for, desire, require, demand. Of uncertain affinity; to seek; specially, to worship, or to plot. Jesus, Ἰησοῦν (Iēsoun) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2424.htm">Strong's 2424: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. who τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. was crucified. ἐσταυρωμένον (estaurōmenon) Verb - Perfect Participle Middle or Passive - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4717.htm">Strong's 4717: </a> From stauros; to impale on the cross; figuratively, to extinguish passion or selfishness. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/matthew/28-5.htm">Matthew 28:5 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/matthew/28-5.htm">Matthew 28:5 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/matthew/28-5.htm">Matthew 28:5 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/matthew/28-5.htm">Matthew 28:5 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/matthew/28-5.htm">Matthew 28:5 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/matthew/28-5.htm">Matthew 28:5 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/matthew/28-5.htm">Matthew 28:5 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/matthew/28-5.htm">Matthew 28:5 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/matthew/28-5.htm">Matthew 28:5 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/matthew/28-5.htm">Matthew 28:5 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/matthew/28-5.htm">NT Gospels: Matthew 28:5 The angel answered the women Don't be (Matt. 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