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For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father in heaven. <a href="/nlt/matthew/18.htm">New Living Translation</a> “Beware that you don’t look down on any of these little ones. For I tell you that in heaven their angels are always in the presence of my heavenly Father. <a href="/esv/matthew/18.htm">English Standard Version</a> “See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I tell you that in heaven their angels always see the face of my Father who is in heaven. <a href="/bsb/matthew/18.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> See that you do not look down on any of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of My Father in heaven. <a href="/blb/matthew/18.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I say to you that their angels in the heavens continually behold the face of my Father, who is in the heavens. <a href="/kjv/matthew/18.htm">King James Bible</a> Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven. <a href="/nkjv/matthew/18.htm">New King James Version</a> “Take heed that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that in heaven their angels always see the face of My Father who is in heaven. <a href="/nasb_/matthew/18.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> “See that you do not look down on one of these little ones; for I say to you that their angels in heaven continually see the face of My Father who is in heaven. <a href="/nasb/matthew/18.htm">NASB 1995</a> &#8220See that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that their angels in heaven continually see the face of My Father who is in heaven. <a href="/nasb77/matthew/18.htm">NASB 1977 </a> “See that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you, that their angels in heaven continually behold the face of My Father who is in heaven. <a href="/lsb/matthew/18.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> “See that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that their angels in heaven continually see the face of My Father who is in heaven. <a href="/amp/matthew/18.htm">Amplified Bible</a> “See that you do not despise or think less of one of these little ones, for I say to you that their angels in heaven [are in the presence of and] continually look upon the face of My Father who is in heaven. <a href="/csb/matthew/18.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> “See to it that you don’t despise one of these little ones, because I tell you that in heaven their angels continually view the face of my Father in heaven. <a href="/hcsb/matthew/18.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> &#8220See that you don&#8217t look down on one of these little ones, because I tell you that in heaven their angels continually view the face of My Father in heaven. <a href="/asv/matthew/18.htm">American Standard Version</a> See that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, that in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father who is in heaven. <a href="/erv/matthew/18.htm">English Revised Version</a> See that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, that in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven. <a href="/gwt/matthew/18.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> "Be careful not to despise these little ones. I can guarantee that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father, who is in heaven. <a href="/gnt/matthew/18.htm">Good News Translation</a> "See that you don't despise any of these little ones. Their angels in heaven, I tell you, are always in the presence of my Father in heaven. <a href="/isv/matthew/18.htm">International Standard Version</a> "See to it that you do not despise one of these little ones, because I tell you, their angels in heaven always have access to my Father in heaven. <a href="/msb/matthew/18.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> See that you do not look down on any of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of My Father in heaven. <a href="/net/matthew/18.htm">NET Bible</a> "See that you do not disdain one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father in heaven. <a href="/nheb/matthew/18.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> See that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I tell you that in heaven their angels always see the face of my Father who is in heaven. <a href="/wbt/matthew/18.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones: for I say to you, that in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father who is in heaven. <a href="/wey/matthew/18.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> "Beware of ever despising one of these little ones, for I tell you that in Heaven their angels have continual access to my Father who is in Heaven. <a href="/web/matthew/18.htm">World English Bible</a> See that you don’t despise one of these little ones, for I tell you that in heaven their angels always see the face of my Father who is in heaven. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/matthew/18.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> Beware! You may not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that their messengers in the heavens always behold the face of My Father who is in the heavens, <a href="/blb/matthew/18.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I say to you that their angels in the heavens continually behold the face of my Father, who is in the heavens. <a href="/ylt/matthew/18.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> 'Beware! -- ye may not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you, that their messengers in the heavens do always behold the face of my Father who is in the heavens, <a href="/slt/matthew/18.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> See that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say to you, That their messengers in the heavens always behold the face of my Father which is in the heavens.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/matthew/18.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> See that you despise not one of these little ones: for I say to you, that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father who is in heaven. <a href="/cpdv/matthew/18.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> See to it that you do not despise even one of these little ones. For I say to you, that their Angels in heaven continually look upon the face of my Father, who is in heaven. <a href="/nabre/matthew/18.htm">New American Bible</a> “See that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that their angels in heaven always look upon the face of my heavenly Father. [ <a href="/nrsvce/matthew/18.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> “Take care that you do not despise one of these little ones; for, I tell you, in heaven their angels continually see the face of my Father in heaven.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/matthew/18.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> See to it that you do not despise one of these little ones; for I say to you, their angels always see the face of my Father in heaven. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/matthew/18.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> Take heed that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that their Angels in Heaven do always see the face of my Father who is in Heaven.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/matthew/18.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> Take heed that you despise not one of these little ones: for I say to you, That their angels in heaven do always behold the face of my Father who is in heaven. <a href="/godbey/matthew/18.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> <FR>See that you do not despise one of these little ones; for I say unto you, that their angels in heaven do always behold the face of my Father who is in the heavens.<Fr> <a href="/haweis/matthew/18.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> See that ye despise not one of these little ones, for I say unto you, That their angels in heaven continually behold the face of my Father who is in heaven. <a href="/mace/matthew/18.htm">Mace New Testament</a> take care not to despise one of such an humble disposition: for I tell you, that in heaven their angels are continually attending the presence of my father who is in heaven: <a href="/wey/matthew/18.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> "Beware of ever despising one of these little ones, for I tell you that in Heaven their angels have continual access to my Father who is in Heaven. <a href="/worrell/matthew/18.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> <FR>"See that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say to you, that their angels in Heaven do always behold the face of My Father Who is in Heaven.<Fr> <a href="/worsley/matthew/18.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> <FR>See that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I tell you, that their angels in heaven do continually appear in the presence of my father, who is in heaven:<Fr> <a href="/parallel/matthew/18-10.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=5133" 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/18.htm">The Parable of the Lost Sheep</a> 9And if your eye causes you to sin, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to enter life with one eye than to have two eyes and be thrown into the fire of hell. 10<a href="/greek/3708.htm" title="3708: Horate (V-PMA-2P) -- Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear.">See that</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."></a> <a href="/greek/2706.htm" title="2706: kataphronēsēte (V-ASA-2P) -- To despise, scorn, and show it by active insult, disregard. From kata and phroneo; to think against, i.e. Disesteem.">you do not look down on</a> <a href="/greek/1520.htm" title="1520: henos (Adj-GMS) -- One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one.">any</a> <a href="/greek/3778.htm" title="3778: toutōn (DPro-GMP) -- This; he, she, it. ">of these</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tōn (Art-GMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3398.htm" title="3398: mikrōn (Adj-GMP) -- Little, small. Including the comparative mikroteros apparently a primary word; small (figuratively) dignity).">little ones.</a> <a href="/greek/1063.htm" title="1063: gar (Conj) -- For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.">For</a> <a href="/greek/3004.htm" title="3004: legō (V-PIA-1S) -- (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. ">I tell</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymin (PPro-D2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">you</a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.">that</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autōn (PPro-GM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">their</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hoi (Art-NMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/32.htm" title="32: angeloi (N-NMP) -- From aggello; a messenger; especially an angel; by implication, a pastor.">angels</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/3772.htm" title="3772: ouranois (N-DMP) -- Perhaps from the same as oros; the sky; by extension, heaven; by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel.">heaven</a> <a href="/greek/1223.htm" title="1223: dia (Prep) -- A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through.">always</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pantos (Adj-GMS) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole."></a> <a href="/greek/991.htm" title="991: blepousi (V-PIA-3P) -- (primarily physical), I look, see, perceive, discern. A primary verb; to look at.">see</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: to (Art-ANS) -- 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/4383.htm" title="4383: prosōpon (N-ANS) -- From pros and ops; the front, i.e. The countenance, aspect, appearance, surface; by implication, presence, person.">face</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">of</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: mou (PPro-G1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">My</a> <a href="/greek/3962.htm" title="3962: Patros (N-GMS) -- Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a father.">Father</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/3772.htm" title="3772: ouranois (N-DMP) -- Perhaps from the same as oros; the sky; by extension, heaven; by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel.">heaven.</a> …<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="/luke/15-4.htm">Luke 15:4-7</a> “What man among you, if he has a hundred sheep and loses one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the pasture and go after the one that is lost, until he finds it? / And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders, / comes home, and calls together his friends and neighbors to tell them, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my lost sheep!’ ... <a href="/hebrews/1-14.htm">Hebrews 1:14</a> Are not the angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation? <a href="/psalms/34-7.htm">Psalm 34:7</a> The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear Him, and he delivers them. <a href="/psalms/91-11.htm">Psalm 91:11-12</a> For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways. / They will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone. <a href="/luke/18-16.htm">Luke 18:16</a> But Jesus called the children to Him and said, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them! For the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. <a href="/mark/10-14.htm">Mark 10:14</a> But when Jesus saw this, He was indignant and told them, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them! For the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. <a href="/matthew/10-42.htm">Matthew 10:42</a> And if anyone gives even a cup of cold water to one of these little ones because he is My disciple, truly I tell you, he will never lose his reward.” <a href="/genesis/48-16.htm">Genesis 48:16</a> the angel who has redeemed me from all harm—may He bless these boys. And may they be called by my name and the names of my fathers Abraham and Isaac, and may they grow into a multitude upon the earth.” <a href="/acts/12-15.htm">Acts 12:15</a> “You are out of your mind,” they told her. But when she kept insisting it was so, they said, “It must be his angel.” <a href="/1_kings/19-5.htm">1 Kings 19:5</a> Then he lay down under the broom tree and fell asleep. Suddenly an angel touched him and said, “Get up and eat.” <a href="/daniel/6-22.htm">Daniel 6:22</a> My God sent His angel and shut the mouths of the lions. They have not hurt me, for I was found innocent in His sight, and I have done no wrong against you, O king.” <a href="/zechariah/13-7.htm">Zechariah 13:7</a> Awake, O sword, against My Shepherd, against the man who is My Companion, declares the LORD of Hosts. Strike the Shepherd, and the sheep will be scattered, and I will turn My hand against the little ones. <a href="/2_kings/6-17.htm">2 Kings 6:17</a> Then Elisha prayed, “O LORD, please open his eyes that he may see.” And the LORD opened the eyes of the young man, and he saw that the hills were full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha. <a href="/exodus/23-20.htm">Exodus 23:20-21</a> Behold, I am sending an angel before you to protect you along the way and to bring you to the place I have prepared. / Pay attention to him and listen to his voice; do not defy him, for he will not forgive rebellion, since My Name is in him. <a href="/isaiah/63-9.htm">Isaiah 63:9</a> In all their distress, He too was afflicted, and the Angel of His Presence saved them. In His love and compassion He redeemed them; He lifted them up and carried them all the days of old.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Take heed that you despise not one of these little ones; for I say to you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven.heed.<a href="/matthew/18-6.htm">Matthew 18:6,14</a> But whoso shall offend one of these little ones which believe in me, it were better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and that he were drowned in the depth of the sea… <a href="/matthew/12-20.htm">Matthew 12:20</a> A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench, till he send forth judgment unto victory.<a href="/psalms/15-4.htm">Psalm 15:4</a> In whose eyes a vile person is contemned; but he honoureth them that fear the LORD. He that sweareth to his own hurt, and changeth not.their.<a href="/matthew/1-20.htm">Matthew 1:20</a> But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost.<a href="/matthew/2-13.htm">Matthew 2:13,19</a> And when they were departed, behold, the angel of the Lord appeareth to Joseph in a dream, saying, Arise, and take the young child and his mother, and flee into Egypt, and be thou there until I bring thee word: for Herod will seek the young child to destroy him… <a href="/matthew/24-31.htm">Matthew 24:31</a> And he shall send his angels with a great sound of a trumpet, and they shall gather together his elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the other.behold.<a href="/2_samuel/14-28.htm">2 Samuel 14:28</a> So Absalom dwelt two full years in Jerusalem, and saw not the king's face.<a href="/1_kings/22-19.htm">1 Kings 22:19</a> And he said, Hear thou therefore the word of the LORD: I saw the LORD sitting on his throne, and all the host of heaven standing by him on his right hand and on his left.<a href="/esther/1-14.htm">Esther 1:14</a> And the next unto him was Carshena, Shethar, Admatha, Tarshish, Meres, Marsena, and Memucan, the seven princes of Persia and Media, which saw the king's face, and which sat the first in the kingdom;)<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/zechariah/3-7.htm">Access</a> <a href="/matthew/7-8.htm">Always</a> <a href="/matthew/16-27.htm">Angels</a> <a href="/matthew/16-12.htm">Beware</a> <a href="/daniel/12-11.htm">Continual</a> <a href="/habakkuk/1-17.htm">Continually</a> <a href="/matthew/6-24.htm">Despise</a> <a href="/ezekiel/28-24.htm">Despising</a> <a href="/matthew/17-6.htm">Face</a> <a href="/matthew/18-4.htm">Heaven</a> <a href="/matthew/18-4.htm">Heavens</a> <a href="/matthew/16-12.htm">Heed</a> <a href="/matthew/18-6.htm">Little</a> <a href="/matthew/16-27.htm">Messengers</a> <a href="/matthew/18-6.htm">Ones</a> <a href="/zechariah/8-6.htm">Seem</a> <a href="/matthew/16-3.htm">Times</a> <a href="/matthew/13-46.htm">Value</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/romans/5-2.htm">Access</a> <a href="/matthew/26-11.htm">Always</a> <a href="/matthew/22-30.htm">Angels</a> <a href="/mark/8-15.htm">Beware</a> <a href="/luke/18-5.htm">Continual</a> <a href="/luke/13-17.htm">Continually</a> <a href="/luke/16-13.htm">Despise</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/4-8.htm">Despising</a> <a href="/matthew/18-26.htm">Face</a> <a href="/matthew/18-14.htm">Heaven</a> <a href="/matthew/18-14.htm">Heavens</a> <a href="/matthew/22-5.htm">Heed</a> <a href="/matthew/18-14.htm">Little</a> <a href="/matthew/22-30.htm">Messengers</a> <a href="/matthew/18-14.htm">Ones</a> <a href="/matthew/21-28.htm">Seem</a> <a href="/matthew/18-21.htm">Times</a> <a href="/mark/12-42.htm">Value</a><div class="vheading2">Matthew 18</div>1. <a href="/matthew/18-1.htm">Jesus warns his disciples to be humble and harmless,</a> 7. <a href="/matthew/18-7.htm">to avoid offenses,</a> 10. <a href="/matthew/18-10.htm">and not to despise the little ones;</a> 15. <a href="/matthew/18-15.htm">teaches how we are to deal with our brothers when they offend us,</a> 21. <a href="/matthew/18-21.htm">and how often to forgive them;</a> 23. <a href="/matthew/18-23.htm">which he sets forth by a parable of the king who took account of his servants,</a> 32. <a href="/matthew/18-32.htm">and punished him who showed no mercy to his fellow servant.</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'; 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This phrase emphasizes the importance of humility and the value of every individual, especially those who are vulnerable or considered insignificant by societal standards. In the context of <a href="/matthew/18.htm">Matthew 18</a>, "little ones" refers to children and, by extension, to all believers who exhibit childlike faith and humility. The cultural context of the time often saw children as having low status, so Jesus' instruction challenges societal norms by elevating their importance. This teaching aligns with the broader biblical theme of God’s care for the humble and lowly, as seen in passages like <a href="/james/4-6.htm">James 4:6</a>, which states that God gives grace to the humble. The warning against looking down on others is a call to recognize the inherent worth and dignity of every person, reflecting the image of God in humanity.For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of My Father in heaven. This phrase introduces the concept of guardian angels, suggesting that each believer, especially the "little ones," has angels assigned to them who have direct access to God. The idea of angels as protectors and messengers is well-established in Scripture, with examples such as <a href="/psalms/91-11.htm">Psalm 91:11</a>, which speaks of God commanding His angels to guard His people. The phrase "always see the face of My Father" implies a special status and privilege, indicating that these angels are in constant communication with God, ready to act on behalf of those they protect. This reflects the intimate care and attention God provides to each believer, reinforcing the message that no one is insignificant in His eyes. Theologically, this underscores the belief in divine providence and the active role of angels in the spiritual realm, as seen in <a href="/hebrews/1-14.htm">Hebrews 1:14</a>, which describes angels as ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a> The speaker of this verse, providing instruction and insight into the spiritual realm and the value of "little ones." 2. <a href="/topical/l/little_ones.htm">Little Ones</a> Refers to children or those who are humble and lowly in spirit, emphasizing their importance in the Kingdom of Heaven. 3. <a href="/topical/a/angels.htm">Angels</a> Spiritual beings who serve God and are assigned to watch over the "little ones," having direct access to God. 4. <a href="/topical/h/heaven.htm">Heaven</a> The dwelling place of God, where the angels see the face of the Father. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_father.htm">The Father</a> God, the Father in heaven, who is attentive to the needs and protection of the "little ones."<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/v/value_of_humility.htm">Value of Humility</a> Jesus emphasizes the importance of humility by highlighting the significance of "little ones." Believers are called to adopt a humble spirit, recognizing the value of each person in God's eyes. <a href="/topical/a/angelic_protection.htm">Angelic Protection</a> The verse assures believers of the presence and protection of angels. This should encourage trust in God's provision and care for His people. <a href="/topical/g/god's_attention.htm">God's Attention</a> The "little ones" have angels who see the face of God, indicating His constant attention and care. Believers should take comfort in knowing that God is aware of their needs and circumstances. <a href="/topical/r/respect_for_all.htm">Respect for All</a> Jesus warns against despising the "little ones," teaching that every person has inherent value. Christians are called to treat others with respect and dignity, reflecting God's love. <a href="/topical/h/heavenly_perspective.htm">Heavenly Perspective</a> Understanding the spiritual reality of angels and God's care should inspire believers to live with a heavenly perspective, focusing on eternal values rather than earthly status.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_matthew_18.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Matthew 18</a> <a href="/q/does_the_bible_endorse_praying_to_angels.htm">What does the Bible say about praying to angels?</a> <a href="/q/what_power_does_praying_together_hold.htm">What power does praying together hold?</a> <a href="/q/can_humans_command_angels.htm">Can humans command angels?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_angels.htm">What does the Bible say about guardian angels?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/matthew/18.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(10) Take heed that ye despise not.--The words remind us of what we are apt to forget in the wider range of the preceding verses. The child was still there, perhaps still folded in the arms of Jesus, still the object of His care, even while He spake of the wider offences that "must needs come" upon the world at large. Looking to the frequency with which our Lord's words were addressed to the thoughts of His hearers, it seems likely that the faces of some at least of the disciples betrayed, as they looked on the child, some touch of half-contemptuous wonder, that called for this prompt rebuke. The words have, however, as interpreted by what follows, a wider range, and include among the "little ones," the child-like as well as children--all, indeed, whom Christ came to save.In heaven their angels.--The words distinctly recognise the belief in guardian angels, entrusted each with a definite and special work. That guardianship is asserted in general terms in <a href="/psalms/34-7.htm" title="The angel of the LORD encamps round about them that fear him, and delivers them.">Psalm 34:7</a>; <a href="/psalms/91-11.htm" title="For he shall give his angels charge over you, to keep you in all your ways.">Psalm 91:11</a>, <a href="/hebrews/1-14.htm" title="Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall be heirs of salvation?">Hebrews 1:14</a>, and elsewhere. What is added to the general fact here is, that those who have the guardianship of the little ones assigned to them are among the most noble of the heavenly host, and are as the angels of the Presence, who, like Gabriel, stand before the face of God, and rejoice in the beatific vision (<a href="/luke/1-19.htm" title="And the angel answering said to him, I am Gabriel, that stand in the presence of God; and am sent to speak to you, and to show you these glad tidings.">Luke 1:19</a>). The words "I say unto you" clothe what follows with the character of a new truth, as they do the like utterances of <a href="/luke/15-7.htm" title="I say to you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repents, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance.">Luke 15:7</a>; <a href="/luke/15-10.htm" title="Likewise, I say to you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repents.">Luke 15:10</a>. Whatever difficulties may connect themselves with the whole range of questions connected with the ministry of angels, they lie outside the work of the interpreter. There can be no question that our Lord adopts as His own the belief in the reality of that ministry, and this at a time when the Sadducees, as a leading sect, were calling it in question (<a href="/acts/23-8.htm" title="For the Sadducees say that there is no resurrection, neither angel, nor spirit: but the Pharisees confess both.">Acts 23:8</a>). The words are indirectly important as a witness to the fact that the Lord Jesus, while He proclaimed the universal Fatherhood of God as it had never been proclaimed before, also (almost, as it were, unconsciously, and when the assertion of the claim was not in view) claims a sonship nearer and higher than could have been claimed by any child of man. . . . <div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/matthew/18.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 10. - From this verse to the end of the chapter we find no parallel in the other evangelists. The Saviour here returns to the subject of children, whether literally or metaphorically so called, and proclaims the high appreciation which is their due. Take heed (ὁρᾶτε, see) that ye despise not one (ἑνὸς) of these little ones. God's care is minute; it extends to each individual of the class. The contempt denounced might arise in various ways and from various considerations. The advanced believer might despise children as hot competent to enter into covenant with God or fit to receive Church privileges, whereas circumcision under the old dispensation and infant baptism under the gospel afford a very different view. Again, to say or do unseemly things in the presence of children is a mode of" despising" which may prove a deadly offence. Or the contempt may be on the side of the ambitious and self-seeking, who cannot understand the simple and childlike spirit which seeketh not its own. The Lord gives two proofs of the high consideration due to his little ones. The first proof is that which follows; the second is given in vers. 11-14. Their angels. Not "their spirits after death," as some commentators erroneously interpret (for the term "angel" is not so used, and Christ speaks in the present tense, do always behold), but the angels especially appointed to watch and protect them - their guardian angels. This doctrine (which, as of very solemn import, the Lord introduces with his usual formula, I say unto you), that each soul has assigned to it by God a special angel is grounded on this, and supported by many other passages of Scripture (comp. <a href="/hebrews/1-14.htm">Hebrews 1:14</a>; <a href="/psalms/34-7.htm">Psalm 34:7</a>; <a href="/psalms/91-11.htm">Psalm 91:11</a>; <a href="/luke/15-7.htm">Luke 15:7, 10</a>). It has been questioned how angels can be said to succour us on earth, while in heaven they are always looking on the face of the Father. The difficulty has been answered, among others, by St. Gregory, who writes, "They never so go forth apart from the vision of God, as to be deprived of the joys of interior contemplation. They are both sent from him, and stand by him too, since both in that they are circumscribed, they go forth, and in this that they are also entirely present, they never go away. Thus they at the same time always behold the Father's face, and yet come to us; because they both go forth to us in a spiritual presence, and yet keep themselves there, whence they had gone out, by virtue of interior contemplation" ('Moral.,' 2:3). It is probable that the highest order of angels is here signified, such as among the Jews was called, "the angels of the presence, or of the face." To behold the king's face means, in Eastern parlance, to be admitted to his immediate presence - to enjoy his special favour and confidence (see <a href="/2_kings/25-19.htm">2 Kings 25:19</a>; <a href="/esther/1-14.htm">Esther 1:14</a>; <a href="/jeremiah/52-25.htm">Jeremiah 52:25</a>). It is to these supreme beings, who draw their knowledge and love directly from Almighty God, and receive their commands from his mouth, that the tender lambs of Christ's flock are committed. This fact demonstrates their dignity and the great heinousness of setting a stumbling block in their way. <a href="/commentaries/matthew/18-10.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>See [that] Ὁρᾶτε (Horate) Verb - Present Imperative Active - 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3708.htm">Strong's 3708: </a> Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear. you do not look down on καταφρονήσητε (kataphronēsēte) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2706.htm">Strong's 2706: </a> To despise, scorn, and show it by active insult, disregard. From kata and phroneo; to think against, i.e. Disesteem. any ἑνὸς (henos) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1520.htm">Strong's 1520: </a> One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one. of these τούτων (toutōn) Demonstrative Pronoun - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3778.htm">Strong's 3778: </a> This; he, she, it. little ones. μικρῶν (mikrōn) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3398.htm">Strong's 3398: </a> Little, small. Including the comparative mikroteros apparently a primary word; small (figuratively) dignity). For γὰρ (gar) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1063.htm">Strong's 1063: </a> For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason. I tell λέγω (legō) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3004.htm">Strong's 3004: </a> (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. you ὑμῖν (hymin) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. that ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_3754.htm">Strong's 3754: </a> Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. their αὐτῶν (autōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. angels ἄγγελοι (angeloi) Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_32.htm">Strong's 32: </a> From aggello; a messenger; especially an 'angel'; by implication, a pastor. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. heaven οὐρανοῖς (ouranois) Noun - Dative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3772.htm">Strong's 3772: </a> Perhaps from the same as oros; the sky; by extension, heaven; by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel. always διὰ (dia) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1223.htm">Strong's 1223: </a> A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through. see βλέπουσι (blepousi) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_991.htm">Strong's 991: </a> (primarily physical), I look, see, perceive, discern. A primary verb; to look at. the τὸ (to) Article - Accusative Neuter 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. face πρόσωπον (prosōpon) Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4383.htm">Strong's 4383: </a> From pros and ops; the front, i.e. The countenance, aspect, appearance, surface; by implication, presence, person. of τοῦ (tou) Article - Genitive 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. my μου (mou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. Father Πατρός (Patros) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3962.htm">Strong's 3962: </a> Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a 'father'. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. heaven. οὐρανοῖς (ouranois) Noun - Dative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3772.htm">Strong's 3772: </a> Perhaps from the same as oros; the sky; by extension, heaven; by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/matthew/18-10.htm">Matthew 18:10 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/matthew/18-10.htm">Matthew 18:10 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/matthew/18-10.htm">Matthew 18:10 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/matthew/18-10.htm">Matthew 18:10 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/matthew/18-10.htm">Matthew 18:10 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/matthew/18-10.htm">Matthew 18:10 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/matthew/18-10.htm">Matthew 18:10 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/matthew/18-10.htm">Matthew 18:10 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/matthew/18-10.htm">Matthew 18:10 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/matthew/18-10.htm">Matthew 18:10 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/matthew/18-10.htm">NT Gospels: Matthew 18:10 See that you don't despise one (Matt. 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