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Lord! Open the door for us!’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/matthew/25.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Afterward the other virgins came also, saying, ‘Lord, lord, open to us.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/matthew/25.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Later the other virgins arrived and said, ‘Lord, lord, open the door for us!’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/matthew/25.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />And afterward, the other virgins come also, saying, 'Lord, Lord, open to us!'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/matthew/25.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Afterward came also the other virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/matthew/25.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />“Afterward the other virgins came also, saying, ‘Lord, Lord, open to us!’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/matthew/25.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Yet later, the other virgins also came, saying, ‘Lord, lord, open up for us.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/matthew/25.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220Later the other virgins also came, saying, &#8216Lord, lord, open up for us.&#8217<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/matthew/25.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“And later the other virgins also came, saying, ‘Lord, lord, open up for us.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/matthew/25.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And later the other virgins also came, saying, ‘Lord, lord, open up for us.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/matthew/25.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Later the others also came, and said, ‘Lord, Lord, open [the door] for us.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/matthew/25.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Later the rest of the virgins also came and said, ‘Master, master, open up for us! ’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/matthew/25.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />&#8220Later the rest of the virgins also came and said, Master, master, open up for us!&#8217 <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/matthew/25.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Afterward came also the other virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/matthew/25.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Later the others returned and shouted, "Sir, sir! Open the door for us!" <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/matthew/25.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Afterward come also the other virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/matthew/25.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />"Later the other bridesmaids arrived and said, 'Sir, sir, open the door for us!'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/matthew/25.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />"Later the others arrived. 'Sir, sir! Let us in!' they cried out. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/matthew/25.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Later, the other bridesmaids arrived and said, 'Lord, lord, open up for us!'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/matthew/25.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Later the other virgins arrived and said, ?Lord, lord, open the door for us!?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/matthew/25.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Later, the other virgins came too, saying, 'Lord, lord! Let us in!'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/matthew/25.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Afterward the other virgins also came, saying, 'Lord, Lord, open to us.'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/matthew/25.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Afterward came also the other virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/matthew/25.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />"Afterwards the other bridesmaids came and cried, "'Sir, Sir, open the door to us.'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/matthew/25.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Afterward the other virgins also came, saying, ‘Lord, Lord, open to us.’ <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/matthew/25.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and afterward come also the rest of the virgins, saying, Lord, lord, open to us;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/matthew/25.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />And afterward, the other virgins come also, saying, 'Lord, Lord, open to us!'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/matthew/25.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and afterwards come also do the rest of the virgins, saying, Sir, sir, open to us;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/matthew/25.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And afterwards came also the rest of the virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/matthew/25.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />But at last come also the other virgins, saying: Lord, Lord, open to us. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/matthew/25.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Yet truly, at the very end, the remaining virgins also arrived, saying, ‘Lord, Lord, open to us.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/matthew/25.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Afterwards the other virgins came and said, ‘Lord, Lord, open the door for us!’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/matthew/25.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Later the other bridesmaids came also, saying, ‘Lord, lord, open to us.’<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/matthew/25.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Afterward the other virgins also came and said, Our lord, our lord, open to us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/matthew/25.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />But afterward, those other virgins came and they were saying, “Our Lord, Our Lord, open to us.”<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/matthew/25.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />Afterward the other virgins also came, and said: Lord! Lord! open for us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/matthew/25.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br /><FR>And afterwards the other virgins come, saying; Lord, lord, open unto us.<Fr><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/matthew/25.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />Then came afterwards the other virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open unto us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/matthew/25.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />afterwards came the other virgins likewise, and cry'd,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/matthew/25.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />"Afterwards the other bridesmaids came and cried, "'Sir, Sir, open the door to us.'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/matthew/25.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br /><FR>"And afterward come also the remaining virgins, saying, 'Lord, Lord, open to us!'<Fr><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/matthew/25.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br /><FR>Afterwards came also the other virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us:<Fr><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/matthew/25-11.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hriiyJYqzvc?start=7540" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/matthew/25.htm">The Parable of the Ten Virgins</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">10</span>But while they were on their way to buy it, the bridegroom arrived. Those who were ready went in with him to the wedding banquet, and the door was shut. <span class="reftext">11</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/5305.htm" title="5305: Hysteron (Adv) -- Lastly, afterward, later. Neuter of husteros as adverb; more lately, i.e. Eventually.">Later</a> <a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc."></a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hai (Art-NFP) -- 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/3062.htm" title="3062: loipai (Adj-NFP) -- Left, left behind, the remainder, the rest, the others. Masculine plural of a derivative of leipo; remaining ones.">other</a> <a href="/greek/3933.htm" title="3933: parthenoi (N-NFP) -- Of unknown origin; a maiden; by implication, an unmarried daughter.">virgins</a> <a href="/greek/2064.htm" title="2064: erchontai (V-PIM/P-3P) -- To come, go. ">arrived</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/3004.htm" title="3004: legousai (V-PPA-NFP) -- (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. ">said,</a> <a href="/greek/2962.htm" title="2962: Kyrie (N-VMS) -- Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.">‘Lord,</a> <a href="/greek/2962.htm" title="2962: kyrie (N-VMS) -- Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.">lord,</a> <a href="/greek/455.htm" title="455: anoixon (V-AMA-2S) -- To open. From ana and oigo; to open up.">open the door</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: hēmin (PPro-D1P) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">for us!’</a> </span> <span class="reftext">12</span>But he replied, ‘Truly I tell you, I do not know you.’…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/13-25.htm">Luke 13:25</a></span><br />After the master of the house gets up and shuts the door, you will stand outside knocking and saying, ‘Lord, open the door for us.’ But he will reply, ‘I do not know where you are from.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/7-21.htm">Matthew 7:21-23</a></span><br />Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of My Father in heaven. / Many will say to Me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in Your name, and in Your name drive out demons and perform many miracles?’ / Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you workers of lawlessness!’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/3-20.htm">Revelation 3:20</a></span><br />Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in and dine with him, and he with Me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/6-46.htm">Luke 6:46</a></span><br />Why do you call Me ‘Lord, Lord,’ but do not do what I say?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/24-50.htm">Matthew 24:50-51</a></span><br />The master of that servant will come on a day he does not expect and at an hour he does not anticipate. / Then he will cut him to pieces and assign him a place with the hypocrites, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/12-35.htm">Luke 12:35-40</a></span><br />Be dressed for service and keep your lamps burning. / Then you will be like servants waiting for their master to return from the wedding banquet, so that when he comes and knocks, they can open the door for him at once. / Blessed are those servants whom the master finds on watch when he returns. Truly I tell you, he will dress himself to serve and will have them recline at the table, and he himself will come and wait on them. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/5-2.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:2-3</a></span><br />For you are fully aware that the Day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. / While people are saying, “Peace and security,” destruction will come upon them suddenly, like labor pains on a pregnant woman, and they will not escape.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_peter/3-10.htm">2 Peter 3:10</a></span><br />But the Day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar, the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and its works will be laid bare.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/55-6.htm">Isaiah 55:6</a></span><br />Seek the LORD while He may be found; call on Him while He is near.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/1-28.htm">Proverbs 1:28-29</a></span><br />Then they will call on me, but I will not answer; they will earnestly seek me, but will not find me. / For they hated knowledge and chose not to fear the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/amos/8-11.htm">Amos 8:11-12</a></span><br />Behold, the days are coming, declares the Lord GOD, when I will send a famine on the land—not a famine of bread or a thirst for water, but a famine of hearing the words of the LORD. / People will stagger from sea to sea and roam from north to east, seeking the word of the LORD, but they will not find it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/8-20.htm">Jeremiah 8:20</a></span><br />“The harvest has passed, the summer has ended, but we have not been saved.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hosea/5-6.htm">Hosea 5:6</a></span><br />They go with their flocks and herds to seek the LORD, but they do not find Him; He has withdrawn Himself from them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/zechariah/7-13.htm">Zechariah 7:13</a></span><br />And just as I had called and they would not listen, so when they called I would not listen, says the LORD of Hosts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/6-3.htm">Genesis 6:3</a></span><br />So the LORD said, “My Spirit will not contend with man forever, for he is mortal; his days shall be 120 years.”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Afterward came also the other virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us.</p><p class="hdg">saying.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/7-21.htm">Matthew 7:21-23</a></b></br> Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/hebrews/12-16.htm">Hebrews 12:16,17</a></b></br> Lest there <i>be</i> any fornicator, or profane person, as Esau, who for one morsel of meat sold his birthright… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/matthew/21-37.htm">Afterward</a> <a href="/matthew/24-3.htm">Afterwards</a> <a href="/matthew/25-10.htm">Bridesmaids</a> <a href="/matthew/21-9.htm">Cried</a> <a href="/matthew/25-10.htm">Door</a> <a href="/matthew/21-29.htm">Later</a> <a href="/matthew/25-7.htm">Maidens</a> <a href="/matthew/24-40.htm">Open</a> <a href="/matthew/24-3.htm">Others</a> <a href="/matthew/22-6.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/matthew/21-30.htm">Sir</a> <a href="/matthew/25-10.htm">Virgins</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/matthew/26-60.htm">Afterward</a> <a href="/matthew/26-61.htm">Afterwards</a> <a href="/matthew/25-1.htm">Bridesmaids</a> <a href="/matthew/27-21.htm">Cried</a> <a href="/matthew/27-60.htm">Door</a> <a href="/matthew/26-61.htm">Later</a> <a href="/luke/12-45.htm">Maidens</a> <a href="/matthew/26-67.htm">Open</a> <a href="/matthew/25-17.htm">Others</a> <a href="/matthew/26-45.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/matthew/25-20.htm">Sir</a> <a href="/acts/21-9.htm">Virgins</a><div class="vheading2">Matthew 25</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/matthew/25-1.htm">The parable of the ten virgins,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/matthew/25-14.htm">and of the talents.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">31. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/matthew/25-31.htm">Also the description of the last judgment.</a></span><br></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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The "other virgins" are the five foolish virgins who were unprepared for the bridegroom's arrival. In the cultural context of first-century Jewish weddings, the bridegroom's arrival was a significant event, often occurring at night. The virgins' role was to meet the bridegroom with lamps, symbolizing readiness and anticipation. The delay in their arrival highlights the importance of vigilance and preparedness in the Christian life, as the timing of Christ's return is unknown.<p><b>and said, ‘Lord, lord, open the door for us!’</b><br>The repetition of "Lord, lord" signifies urgency and desperation. In biblical terms, the door represents the opportunity for salvation and entry into the kingdom of heaven. The closed door indicates a missed opportunity due to lack of preparation. This echoes other scriptural warnings about the finality of judgment, such as in <a href="/luke/13-25.htm">Luke 13:25</a>, where those outside the door plead for entry but are denied. The plea of the virgins underscores the necessity of being spiritually prepared at all times, as the opportunity for salvation is not indefinite. The parable serves as a warning to remain faithful and vigilant, emphasizing the consequences of spiritual negligence.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_virgins.htm">The Virgins</a></b><br>In the parable of the ten virgins, they represent believers awaiting the return of Christ. The "other virgins" in this verse are the foolish ones who were unprepared.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_bridegroom.htm">The Bridegroom</a></b><br>Symbolizes Jesus Christ, whose return is anticipated by the Church. His arrival signifies the end of the waiting period and the beginning of the wedding feast.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_door.htm">The Door</a></b><br>Represents the entrance to the wedding feast, symbolizing the Kingdom of Heaven. Once closed, it signifies the finality of judgment and the separation between the prepared and unprepared.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_wedding_feast.htm">The Wedding Feast</a></b><br>A metaphor for the eternal joy and fellowship with Christ in His Kingdom. It is a common biblical image for the consummation of God's promises.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_setting.htm">The Setting</a></b><br>The parable takes place in a Jewish wedding context, which was familiar to Jesus' audience, emphasizing readiness and vigilance.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/b/be_spiritually_prepared.htm">Be Spiritually Prepared</a></b><br>Just as the wise virgins were ready with their lamps, believers must be spiritually prepared for Christ's return by living a life of faith and obedience.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_urgency_of_readiness.htm">The Urgency of Readiness</a></b><br>The parable emphasizes the suddenness of Christ's return. We must live each day as if it could be the day of His coming.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_consequences_of_unpreparedness.htm">The Consequences of Unpreparedness</a></b><br>The closed door signifies missed opportunities and the finality of judgment. It is a sobering reminder to take our spiritual lives seriously.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/genuine_relationship_with_christ.htm">Genuine Relationship with Christ</a></b><br>Mere association with the Church or verbal acknowledgment of Christ is insufficient. A genuine relationship with Him is essential.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_vigilance.htm">The Importance of Vigilance</a></b><br>Like the wise virgins, we must remain vigilant and watchful, keeping our faith active and our hearts ready for Christ's return.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_matthew_25.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Matthew 25</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_free_will_justify_evil.htm">Will you heed the warnings and remain faithful?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_god_accept_sacrifices.htm">If God is all-good, why does He accept human sacrifices in some cases (Judges 11:30-39)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_god_allow_jephthah's_vow.htm">Judges 11:30-31: How can a just God permit Jephthah's vow, which appears to condone human sacrifice?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/second_chance_post-rapture.htm">Is there a second chance after the rapture?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/matthew/25.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 11.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Lord, Lord, open to us.</span> They apply to the bridegroom himself as now taking the direction of affairs. So when Christ the spiritual Bridegroom comes, he rules over all. Here, as elsewhere in the parable, the great spiritual reality shines through the earthly delineation. Whether the five foolish ones obtained oil or not at this late hour matters nothing; they were too late to do that which they had to do, too late to join in the bridal procession, and thus procure admission to the festival. Their piteous cry is not answered as they hoped. It is too late to ask for mercy when it is the time of vengeance. In this present state of grace we have the comforting injunction, "Knock, and it shall be opened unto you;" in the day of retribution the door is shut, and no knocking will unclose its barred portal. True it is that "not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven, but he that doeth the will of my Father." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/matthew/25-11.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">Later</span><br /><span class="grk">Ὕστερον</span> <span class="translit">(Hysteron)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_5305.htm">Strong's 5305: </a> </span><span class="str2">Lastly, afterward, later. Neuter of husteros as adverb; more lately, i.e. Eventually.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">vvv,</span><br /><span class="grk">δὲ</span> <span class="translit">(de)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> </span><span class="str2">A primary particle; but, and, etc.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the</span><br /><span class="grk">αἱ</span> <span class="translit">(hai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article - Nominative Feminine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">other</span><br /><span class="grk">λοιπαὶ</span> <span class="translit">(loipai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - Nominative Feminine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3062.htm">Strong's 3062: </a> </span><span class="str2">Left, left behind, the remainder, the rest, the others. Masculine plural of a derivative of leipo; remaining ones.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">virgins</span><br /><span class="grk">παρθένοι</span> <span class="translit">(parthenoi)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Nominative Feminine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3933.htm">Strong's 3933: </a> </span><span class="str2">Of unknown origin; a maiden; by implication, an unmarried daughter.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">arrived</span><br /><span class="grk">ἔρχονται</span> <span class="translit">(erchontai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2064.htm">Strong's 2064: </a> </span><span class="str2">To come, go. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">and</span><br /><span class="grk">καὶ</span> <span class="translit">(kai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> </span><span class="str2">And, even, also, namely. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">said,</span><br /><span class="grk">λέγουσαι</span> <span class="translit">(legousai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Feminine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3004.htm">Strong's 3004: </a> </span><span class="str2">(a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">‘Lord,</span><br /><span class="grk">Κύριε</span> <span class="translit">(Kyrie)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Vocative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2962.htm">Strong's 2962: </a> </span><span class="str2">Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Lord,</span><br /><span class="grk">κύριε</span> <span class="translit">(kyrie)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Vocative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2962.htm">Strong's 2962: </a> </span><span class="str2">Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">open [the door]</span><br /><span class="grk">ἄνοιξον</span> <span class="translit">(anoixon)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Imperative Active - 2nd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_455.htm">Strong's 455: </a> </span><span class="str2">To open. From ana and oigo; to open up.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for us!’</span><br /><span class="grk">ἡμῖν</span> <span class="translit">(hēmin)</span><br /><span class="parse">Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 1st Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> </span><span class="str2">I, the first-person pronoun. 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