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and she brought it to her mother. <a href="/lsb/matthew/14.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And his head was brought on a platter and given to the girl, and she brought it to her mother. <a href="/amp/matthew/14.htm">Amplified Bible</a> His head was brought on a platter and given to the girl, and she brought it to her mother [Herodias]. <a href="/csb/matthew/14.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> His head was brought on a platter and given to the girl, who carried it to her mother. <a href="/hcsb/matthew/14.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> His head was brought on a platter and given to the girl, who carried it to her mother. <a href="/asv/matthew/14.htm">American Standard Version</a> And his head was brought on a platter, and given to the damsel: and she brought it to her mother. <a href="/cev/matthew/14.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> It was taken on a serving plate to the girl, and she gave it to her mother. <a href="/erv/matthew/14.htm">English Revised Version</a> And his head was brought in a charger, and given to the damsel: and she brought it to her mother. <a href="/gwt/matthew/14.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> So the head was brought on a platter and given to the girl, who took it to her mother. <a href="/gnt/matthew/14.htm">Good News Translation</a> The head was brought in on a plate and given to the girl, who took it to her mother. <a href="/isv/matthew/14.htm">International Standard Version</a> His head was brought on a platter and given to the girl, and she took it to her mother. <a href="/msb/matthew/14.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> John?s head was brought in on a platter and presented to the girl, who carried it to her mother. <a href="/net/matthew/14.htm">NET Bible</a> His head was brought on a platter and given to the girl, and she brought it to her mother. <a href="/nheb/matthew/14.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> And his head was brought on a platter, and given to the young woman: and she brought it to her mother. <a href="/wbt/matthew/14.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And his head was brought in a dish, and given to the damsel: and she brought it to her mother. <a href="/wey/matthew/14.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> The head was brought on a dish and given to the young girl, and she took it to her mother. <a href="/web/matthew/14.htm">World English Bible</a> His head was brought on a platter and given to the young lady; and she brought it to her mother. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/matthew/14.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and his head was brought on a plate, and was given to the girl, and she brought [it] near to her mother. <a href="/blb/matthew/14.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And his head was brought on a platter and was given to the girl, and she brought it to her mother. <a href="/ylt/matthew/14.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and his head was brought upon a plate, and was given to the damsel, and she brought it nigh to her mother. <a href="/slt/matthew/14.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And his head was brought upon a board, and given to the girl, and she brought to her mother.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/matthew/14.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And his head was brought in a dish: and it was given to the damsel, and she brought it to her mother. <a href="/cpdv/matthew/14.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And his head was brought on a platter, and it was given to the girl, and she brought it to her mother. <a href="/nabre/matthew/14.htm">New American Bible</a> His head was brought in on a platter and given to the girl, who took it to her mother. <a href="/nrsvce/matthew/14.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> The head was brought on a platter and given to the girl, who brought it to her mother.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/matthew/14.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And his head was brought in on a tray, and given to the girl; and she took it to her mother. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/matthew/14.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And his head was brought in a dish and it was given to the girl and she brought it to her mother.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/matthew/14.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And his head was brought in a dish, and given to the maiden: and she carried it to her mother. <a href="/godbey/matthew/14.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> and his head was brought in a charger, and given to the damsel: and she brought it to her mother. <a href="/haweis/matthew/14.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And his head was brought on a large dish, and was given to the young lady: and she brought it to her mother. <a href="/mace/matthew/14.htm">Mace New Testament</a> whence his head was brought in a charger, and given to the young lady, who carried it to her mother. <a href="/wey/matthew/14.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> The head was brought on a dish and given to the young girl, and she took it to her mother. <a href="/worrell/matthew/14.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> and his head was brought upon a plate, and given to the damsel; and she brought it to her mother. <a href="/worsley/matthew/14.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> and his head was brought in a dish, and given to the young princess, who carried it to her mother: <a href="/parallel/matthew/14-11.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=4027" 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/14.htm">The Beheading of John</a> …10and sent to have John beheaded in the prison. 11<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: Kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autou (PPro-GM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">John’s</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hē (Art-NFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2776.htm" title="2776: kephalē (N-NFS) -- From the primary kapto; the head, literally or figuratively.">head</a> <a href="/greek/5342.htm" title="5342: ēnechthē (V-AIP-3S) -- To carry, bear, bring; I conduct, lead; perhaps: I make publicly known. A primary verb.">was brought in</a> <a href="/greek/1909.htm" title="1909: epi (Prep) -- On, to, against, on the basis of, at. ">on</a> <a href="/greek/4094.htm" title="4094: pinaki (N-DMS) -- A plate, platter, disc, dish. Apparently a form of plax; a plate.">a platter</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/1325.htm" title="1325: edothē (V-AIP-3S) -- To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.">presented</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tō (Art-DNS) -- 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/2877.htm" title="2877: korasiō (N-DNS) -- A little girl, a young girl; a girl, maiden. Neuter of a presumed derivative of kore; a girl.">girl,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/5342.htm" title="5342: ēnenken (V-AIA-3S) -- To carry, bear, bring; I conduct, lead; perhaps: I make publicly known. A primary verb.">who carried it</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tē (Art-DFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">to</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autēs (PPro-GF3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">her</a> <a href="/greek/3384.htm" title="3384: mētri (N-DFS) -- A mother. Apparently a primary word; a mother.">mother.</a> 12Then John’s disciples came and took his body and buried it. And they went and informed Jesus.…<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/6-27.htm">Mark 6:27-29</a> So without delay, the king commanded that John’s head be brought in. He sent an executioner, who went and beheaded him in the prison. / The man brought John’s head on a platter and presented it to the girl, who gave it to her mother. / When John’s disciples heard about this, they came and took his body and placed it in a tomb. <a href="/matthew/11-8.htm">Matthew 11:8-11</a> Otherwise, what did you go out to see? A man dressed in fine clothes? Look, those who wear fine clothing are found in kings’ palaces. / What then did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet. / This is the one about whom it is written: ‘Behold, I will send My messenger ahead of You, who will prepare Your way before You.’ ... <a href="/luke/9-9.htm">Luke 9:9</a> “I beheaded John,” Herod said, “but who is this man I hear such things about?” And he kept trying to see Jesus. <a href="/mark/9-13.htm">Mark 9:13</a> But I tell you that Elijah has indeed come, and they have done to him whatever they wished, just as it is written about him.” <a href="/luke/7-24.htm">Luke 7:24-28</a> After John’s messengers had left, Jesus began to speak to the crowds about John: “What did you go out into the wilderness to see? A reed swaying in the wind? / Otherwise, what did you go out to see? A man dressed in fine clothes? Look, those who wear elegant clothing and live in luxury are found in palaces. / What then did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet. ... <a href="/john/3-24.htm">John 3:24</a> (For John had not yet been thrown into prison.) <a href="/matthew/17-12.htm">Matthew 17:12-13</a> But I tell you that Elijah has already come, and they did not recognize him, but have done to him whatever they wished. In the same way, the Son of Man will suffer at their hands.” / Then the disciples understood that He was speaking to them about John the Baptist. <a href="/acts/13-25.htm">Acts 13:25</a> As John was completing his course, he said, ‘Who do you suppose I am? I am not that One. But there is One coming after me whose sandals I am not worthy to untie.’ <a href="/matthew/21-25.htm">Matthew 21:25-26</a> What was the source of John’s baptism? Was it from heaven or from men?” They deliberated among themselves and said, “If we say, ‘From heaven,’ He will ask, ‘Why then did you not believe him?’ / But if we say, ‘From men,’ we are afraid of the people, for they all regard John as a prophet.” <a href="/luke/3-19.htm">Luke 3:19-20</a> But when he rebuked Herod the tetrarch regarding his brother’s wife Herodias and all the evils he had done, / Herod added this to them all: He locked John up in prison. <a href="/2_kings/9-30.htm">2 Kings 9:30-37</a> Now when Jehu arrived in Jezreel, Jezebel heard of it. So she painted her eyes, adorned her head, and looked down from a window. / And as Jehu entered the gate, she asked, “Have you come in peace, O Zimri, murderer of your master?” / He looked up at the window and called out, “Who is on my side? Who?” And two or three eunuchs looked down at him. ... <a href="/1_kings/19-1.htm">1 Kings 19:1-2</a> Now Ahab told Jezebel everything that Elijah had done and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword. / So Jezebel sent a messenger to Elijah, saying, “May the gods deal with me, and ever so severely, if by this time tomorrow I have not made your life like the lives of those you killed!” <a href="/jeremiah/26-23.htm">Jeremiah 26:23</a> They brought Uriah out of Egypt and took him to King Jehoiakim, who had him put to the sword and his body thrown into the burial place of the common people. <a href="/2_chronicles/24-21.htm">2 Chronicles 24:21-22</a> But they conspired against Zechariah, and by order of the king, they stoned him in the courtyard of the house of the LORD. / Thus King Joash failed to remember the kindness that Zechariah’s father Jehoiada had extended to him. Instead, Joash killed Jehoiada’s son. As he lay dying, Zechariah said, “May the LORD see this and call you to account.” <a href="/1_samuel/25-39.htm">1 Samuel 25:39-42</a> On hearing that Nabal was dead, David said, “Blessed be the LORD, who has upheld my cause against the reproach of Nabal and has restrained His servant from evil. For the LORD has brought the wickedness of Nabal down upon his own head.” Then David sent word to Abigail, asking her to become his wife. / When his servants came to Abigail at Carmel, they said, “David has sent us to take you as his wife.” / She arose, bowed facedown, and said, “Here is your servant, ready to serve and to wash the feet of my lord’s servants.” ...</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And his head was brought in a charger, and given to the damsel: and she brought it to her mother.and given.<a href="/genesis/49-7.htm">Genesis 49:7</a> Cursed be their anger, for it was fierce; and their wrath, for it was cruel: I will divide them in Jacob, and scatter them in Israel.<a href="/proverbs/27-4.htm">Proverbs 27:4</a> Wrath is cruel, and anger is outrageous; but who is able to stand before envy?<a href="/proverbs/29-10.htm">Proverbs 29:10</a> The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/matthew/8-17.htm">Carried</a> <a href="/matthew/14-8.htm">Charger</a> <a href="/matthew/9-25.htm">Damsel</a> <a href="/matthew/14-8.htm">Dish</a> <a href="/matthew/9-25.htm">Girl</a> <a href="/matthew/14-10.htm">Head</a> <a href="/isaiah/47-5.htm">Lady</a> <a href="/matthew/14-8.htm">Mother</a> <a href="/matthew/10-7.htm">Nigh</a> <a href="/matthew/14-8.htm">Plate</a> <a href="/matthew/14-8.htm">Platter</a> <a href="/matthew/8-13.htm">Young</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/matthew/16-9.htm">Carried</a> <a href="/mark/6-25.htm">Charger</a> <a href="/matthew/26-69.htm">Damsel</a> <a href="/matthew/23-25.htm">Dish</a> <a href="/matthew/26-69.htm">Girl</a> <a href="/matthew/17-15.htm">Head</a> <a href="/mark/6-22.htm">Lady</a> <a href="/matthew/15-4.htm">Mother</a> <a href="/matthew/15-8.htm">Nigh</a> <a href="/matthew/23-25.htm">Plate</a> <a href="/matthew/23-25.htm">Platter</a> <a href="/matthew/18-2.htm">Young</a><div class="vheading2">Matthew 14</div>1. <a href="/matthew/14-1.htm">Herod's opinion of Jesus.</a> 3. <a href="/matthew/14-3.htm">Wherefore John Baptist was beheaded.</a> 13. <a href="/matthew/14-13.htm">Jesus departs into a solitary place,</a> 15. <a href="/matthew/14-15.htm">where he feeds five thousand men with five loves and two fishes.</a> 22. <a href="/matthew/14-22.htm">He walks on the sea to his disciples;</a> 34. <a href="/matthew/14-34.htm">and landing at Gennesaret, </a> 35. <a href="/matthew/14-35.htm">heals the sick who touch of the hem of his garment.</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/14.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/14.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>John’s head was brought in on a platter This phrase describes the gruesome fulfillment of Herodias's request, highlighting the brutality of Herod Antipas's court. The act of presenting a severed head on a platter reflects the opulence and decadence of Herodian banquets, which were influenced by Roman customs. This event underscores the moral corruption and the extent of Herodias's vindictiveness. The beheading of John the Baptist fulfills his role as a forerunner to Christ, paralleling the suffering and martyrdom that Jesus would later endure.and presented to the girl The girl, identified earlier in the chapter as Herodias's daughter, Salome, becomes an unwitting participant in this act of violence. Her involvement illustrates the manipulation and use of women in political and familial power struggles of the time. This presentation signifies the completion of Herodias's scheme, using her daughter to achieve her vengeful desires. The act also serves as a stark contrast to the innocence often associated with youth, highlighting the moral decay present in Herod's court.who carried it to her mother Salome's delivery of John's head to Herodias signifies the culmination of Herodias's long-standing grudge against John for his condemnation of her marriage to Herod Antipas. This act of carrying the head to her mother symbolizes the transfer of guilt and the perpetuation of sin within the family. It also reflects the fulfillment of Herodias's manipulative plan, showcasing her influence over both her daughter and Herod. This event foreshadows the rejection and persecution that Jesus and His followers would face, as those in power often resist the truth of God's message.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/john_the_baptist.htm">John the Baptist</a> A prophet and forerunner of Jesus Christ, known for his call to repentance and baptism. He was imprisoned and executed by Herod Antipas. 2. <a href="/topical/h/herod_antipas.htm">Herod Antipas</a> The tetrarch of Galilee and Perea, who ordered the beheading of John the Baptist. He was influenced by his unlawful wife, Herodias. 3. <a href="/topical/h/herodias.htm">Herodias</a> The wife of Herod Antipas, formerly married to his brother Philip. She harbored a grudge against John the Baptist for condemning her marriage to Herod. 4. <a href="/topical/h/herodias'_daughter.htm">Herodias' Daughter (Traditionally known as Salome)</a> She performed a dance that pleased Herod, leading to her request for John the Baptist's head at her mother's behest. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_event_of_john's_beheading.htm">The Event of John's Beheading</a> This event marks a significant moment of persecution against God's prophets and serves as a foreshadowing of the suffering that Jesus and His followers would endure.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_cost_of_righteousness.htm">The Cost of Righteousness</a> John the Baptist's unwavering commitment to truth and righteousness led to his martyrdom. Believers are called to stand firm in their faith, even when it leads to persecution. <a href="/topical/t/the_influence_of_sin.htm">The Influence of Sin</a> Herodias' grudge and Herod's weakness illustrate how sin can lead to destructive decisions. Christians must guard their hearts against bitterness and manipulation. <a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_influence.htm">The Power of Influence</a> Herodias' daughter was used as a tool for her mother's vengeance. This highlights the importance of using our influence for good and being wary of those who may lead us astray. <a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_suffering.htm">God's Sovereignty in Suffering</a> Despite the tragic circumstances, God’s purposes prevail. Believers can trust that God is sovereign, even in times of suffering and injustice. <a href="/topical/t/the_legacy_of_faithfulness.htm">The Legacy of Faithfulness</a> John the Baptist's legacy is one of faithfulness and courage. Christians are encouraged to leave a legacy of faith that points others to Christ.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_matthew_14.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Matthew 14</a> <a href="/q/what_is_the_essence_of_biblical_hebrew.htm">What led to John the Baptist's beheading?</a> <a href="/q/does_daniel_11_31_conflict_with_matt_24_15.htm">Does the 'abomination of desolation' in Daniel 11:31 conflict with similar references in Matthew 24:15 and Mark 13:14, suggesting multiple or differing events?</a> <a href="/q/is_john_the_baptist_elijah.htm">Was John the Baptist Elijah? (Matthew 11:14 vs. John 1:21)</a> <a href="/q/is_john_denying_being_elijah_a_contradiction.htm">In Matthew 11:14, Jesus identifies John as Elijah, but John 1:21 records John denying this. Is that a contradiction?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/matthew/14.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(11) She brought it to her mother.--A glance at the after-history of those who were accomplices in the deed of blood will not be out of place. Shortly after the new society, for which John had prepared the way, had started upon its great career, when her brother, the young Agrippa, had obtained the title of king, through the favour of Caligula, Herodias, consistent in her ambition, stirred up her husband to seek the same honour. With this view she accompanied him to Rome; but they were followed by complaints from the oppressed Galileans, and the result was that he was deposed from his tetrarchy, and banished to Lugdunum (the modern Lyons) in Gaul. Thither she accompanied him, faithful to his fallen fortunes, in spite of overtures from her brother to return to Judaea, and there they died (Jos. Ant. xviii. 7, ? 2). A tradition or legend relates that Salome's death was retributive in its outward form. She fell upon the ice, and in the fall her head was severed from the body. Josephus, however, simply records the fact that she married first her great-uncle Philip, the Tetrarch of Trachonitis, and afterwards her first cousin, Aristobulus (Ant. xviii. 5, ? 4). <a href="/commentaries/matthew/14-11.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>[John’s] αὐτοῦ (autou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular <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. head κεφαλὴ (kephalē) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2776.htm">Strong's 2776: </a> From the primary kapto; the head, literally or figuratively. was brought in ἠνέχθη (ēnechthē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5342.htm">Strong's 5342: </a> To carry, bear, bring; I conduct, lead; perhaps: I make publicly known. A primary verb. on ἐπὶ (epi) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1909.htm">Strong's 1909: </a> On, to, against, on the basis of, at. a platter πίνακι (pinaki) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4094.htm">Strong's 4094: </a> A plate, platter, disc, dish. Apparently a form of plax; a plate. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. presented ἐδόθη (edothē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1325.htm">Strong's 1325: </a> To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give. to the τῷ (tō) Article - Dative 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. girl, κορασίῳ (korasiō) Noun - Dative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2877.htm">Strong's 2877: </a> A little girl, a young girl; a girl, maiden. Neuter of a presumed derivative of kore; a girl. [who] carried [it] ἤνεγκεν (ēnenken) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5342.htm">Strong's 5342: </a> To carry, bear, bring; I conduct, lead; perhaps: I make publicly known. A primary verb. to τῇ (tē) Article - Dative Feminine 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. her αὐτῆς (autēs) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Feminine 3rd Person Singular <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. mother. μητρὶ (mētri) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3384.htm">Strong's 3384: </a> A mother. 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