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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/matthew/19.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/matthew/19.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished and asked, &#8220Who then can be saved?&#8221<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/matthew/19.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />The disciples were astounded. “Then who in the world can be saved?” they asked.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/matthew/19.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished, saying, “Who then can be saved?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/matthew/19.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished and asked, “Who then can be saved?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/matthew/19.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />And the disciples having heard were exceedingly astonished, saying, "Who then is able to be saved?"<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/matthew/19.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />When his disciples heard <i>it</i>, they were exceedingly amazed, saying, Who then can be saved?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/matthew/19.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />When His disciples heard <i>it,</i> they were greatly astonished, saying, “Who then can be saved?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/matthew/19.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />When the disciples heard <i>this,</i> they were very astonished and said, “Then who can be saved?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/matthew/19.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />When the disciples heard this, they were very astonished and said, &#8220Then who can be saved?&#8221<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/matthew/19.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And when the disciples heard <i>this,</i> they were very astonished and said, “Then who can be saved?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/matthew/19.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And when the disciples heard <i>this</i>, they were very astonished and said, “Then who can be saved?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/matthew/19.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />When the disciples heard this, they were completely astonished <i>and</i> bewildered, saying, “Then who can be saved [from the wrath of God]?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/matthew/19.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />When the disciples heard this, they were utterly astonished and asked, “Then who can be saved? ”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/matthew/19.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />When the disciples heard this, they were utterly astonished and asked, &#8220Then who can be saved?&#8221 <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/matthew/19.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And when the disciples heard it, they were astonished exceedingly, saying, Who then can be saved?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/matthew/19.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />When the disciples heard this, they were greatly surprised and asked, "How can anyone ever be saved?" <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/matthew/19.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And when the disciples heard it, they were astonished exceedingly, saying, Who then can be saved?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/matthew/19.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />He amazed his disciples more than ever when they heard this. "Then who can be saved?" they asked.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/matthew/19.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />When the disciples heard this, they were completely amazed. "Who, then, can be saved?" they asked. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/matthew/19.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />When the disciples heard this, they were completely astonished. "Who, then, can be saved?" they asked.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/matthew/19.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />When His disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished and asked, ?Who then can be saved??<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/matthew/19.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The disciples were greatly astonished when they heard this and said, "Then who can be saved?"<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/matthew/19.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />When the disciples heard it, they were exceedingly astonished, saying, "Who then can be saved?"<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/matthew/19.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />When his disciples heard it, they were exceedingly amazed, saying, Who then can be saved?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/matthew/19.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />These words utterly amazed the disciples, and they asked, "Who then can be saved?"<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/matthew/19.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />When the disciples heard it, they were exceedingly astonished, saying, “Who then can be saved?” <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/matthew/19.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And His disciples having heard, were exceedingly amazed, saying, “Who, then, is able to be saved?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/matthew/19.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />And the disciples having heard were exceedingly astonished, saying, "Who then is able to be saved?"<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/matthew/19.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And his disciples having heard, were amazed exceedingly, saying, 'Who, then, is able to be saved?'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/matthew/19.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And his disciples were greatly struck with amazement, saying, Who then can be saved?<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/matthew/19.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And when they had heard this, the disciples wondered very much, saying: Who then can be saved? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/matthew/19.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And upon hearing this, the disciples wondered greatly, saying: “Then who will be able to be saved?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/matthew/19.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished and said, “Who then can be saved?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/matthew/19.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astounded and said, “Then who can be saved?”<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/matthew/19.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />When the disciples heard it, they were exceedingly astonished, saying, Who then can be saved?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/matthew/19.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />But the disciples when they heard, they were greatly amazed and they were saying, “Who then can have life?”<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/matthew/19.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />When the disciples heard it, they were greatly amazed, and said: Who, then, can be saved?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/matthew/19.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />And the disciples hearing, were astonished exceedingly, saying, Who then is able to be saved?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/matthew/19.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />But when his disciples heard it, they were exceedingly amazed, saying, Who then can be saved?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/matthew/19.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />when his disciples heard this, they were exceedingly amazed, saying, who then can be saved?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/matthew/19.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />These words utterly amazed the disciples, and they asked, "Who then can be saved?"<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/matthew/19.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />And the disciples, having heard it, were amazed exceedingly, saying, "Who, then, can be saved? "<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/matthew/19.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />His disciples, when they heard <i>this,</i> were exceedingly struck, and said, Who then can be saved?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/matthew/19-25.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=5576" 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/19.htm">The Rich Young Man</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">24</span>Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God.” <span class="reftext">25</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">When</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.">the</a> <a href="/greek/3101.htm" title="3101: mathētai (N-NMP) -- A learner, disciple, pupil. From manthano; a learner, i.e. Pupil.">disciples</a> <a href="/greek/191.htm" title="191: Akousantes (V-APA-NMP) -- To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear.">heard this,</a> <a href="/greek/4970.htm" title="4970: sphodra (Adv) -- Exceedingly, greatly, very much. Neuter plural of sphodros as adverb; vehemently, i.e. In a high degree, much.">they were greatly</a> <a href="/greek/1605.htm" title="1605: exeplēssonto (V-IIM/P-3P) -- To strike with panic or shock; I amaze, astonish. From ek and plesso; to strike with astonishment.">astonished</a> <a href="/greek/3004.htm" title="3004: legontes (V-PPA-NMP) -- (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. ">and asked,</a> <a href="/greek/5101.htm" title="5101: Tis (IPro-NMS) -- Who, which, what, why. Probably emphatic of tis; an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what.">“Who</a> <a href="/greek/686.htm" title="686: ara (Conj) -- Then, therefore, since. Probably from airo; a particle denoting an inference more or less decisive.">then</a> <a href="/greek/1410.htm" title="1410: dynatai (V-PIM/P-3S) -- (a) I am powerful, have (the) power, (b) I am able, I can. Of uncertain affinity; to be able or possible.">can</a> <a href="/greek/4982.htm" title="4982: sōthēnai (V-ANP) -- To save, heal, preserve, rescue. From a primary sos; to save, i.e. Deliver or protect.">be saved?”</a> </span> <span class="reftext">26</span>Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”…<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="/mark/10-26.htm">Mark 10:26</a></span><br />They were even more astonished and said to one another, “Who then can be saved?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/18-26.htm">Luke 18:26</a></span><br />Those who heard this asked, “Who then can be saved?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/19-26.htm">Matthew 19:26</a></span><br />Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/10-27.htm">Mark 10:27</a></span><br />Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but not with God. For all things are possible with God.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/18-27.htm">Luke 18:27</a></span><br />But Jesus said, “What is impossible with man is possible with God.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/17-20.htm">Matthew 17:20</a></span><br />“Because you have so little faith,” He answered. “For truly I tell you, if you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/8-26.htm">Matthew 8:26</a></span><br />“You of little faith,” Jesus replied, “why are you so afraid?” Then He got up and rebuked the winds and the sea, and it was perfectly calm.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/14-31.htm">Matthew 14:31</a></span><br />Immediately Jesus reached out His hand and took hold of Peter. “You of little faith,” He said, “why did you doubt?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/6-68.htm">John 6:68-69</a></span><br />Simon Peter replied, “Lord, to whom would we go? You have the words of eternal life. / We believe and know that You are the Holy One of God.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-31.htm">Romans 8:31</a></span><br />What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-13.htm">Philippians 4:13</a></span><br />I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/18-14.htm">Genesis 18:14</a></span><br />Is anything too difficult for the LORD? At the appointed time I will return to you—in about a year—and Sarah will have a son.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/11-23.htm">Numbers 11:23</a></span><br />The LORD answered Moses, “Is the LORD’s arm too short? Now you will see whether or not My word will come to pass.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/42-2.htm">Job 42:2</a></span><br />“I know that You can do all things and that no plan of Yours can be thwarted.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/32-17.htm">Jeremiah 32:17</a></span><br />“Oh, Lord GOD! You have made the heavens and the earth by Your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too difficult for You!</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">When his disciples heard it, they were exceedingly amazed, saying, Who then can be saved?</p><p class="hdg">Who.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/24-22.htm">Matthew 24:22</a></b></br> And except those days should be shortened, there should no flesh be saved: but for the elect's sake those days shall be shortened.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/mark/13-20.htm">Mark 13:20</a></b></br> And except that the Lord had shortened those days, no flesh should be saved: but for the elect's sake, whom he hath chosen, he hath shortened the days.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/luke/13-23.htm">Luke 13:23,24</a></b></br> Then said one unto him, Lord, are there few that be saved? 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This teaching followed the encounter with the rich young ruler, who went away sorrowful because he was unwilling to part with his wealth. The disciples, who were often present during Jesus' teachings, were attentive to His words and teachings, which often challenged societal norms and expectations.<p><b>they were greatly astonished</b><br>The astonishment of the disciples reflects their cultural understanding of wealth as a sign of God's favor. In Jewish tradition, wealth was often seen as a blessing from God, and the idea that it could be a hindrance to entering the kingdom of heaven was shocking. This reaction underscores the radical nature of Jesus' teachings, which often turned conventional wisdom on its head.<p><b>and asked, “Who then can be saved?”</b><br>The disciples' question reveals their concern and confusion about the requirements for salvation. If those who are perceived as blessed and favored by God (the wealthy) find it difficult to be saved, it raises the question of who can achieve salvation. This question sets the stage for Jesus' subsequent teaching on the nature of salvation, emphasizing that it is not dependent on human effort or status but on God's grace. This theme is echoed in other scriptures, such as <a href="/ephesians/2-8.htm">Ephesians 2:8-9</a>, which emphasizes salvation by grace through faith, not by works.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a></b><br>The central figure in this passage, Jesus is teaching His disciples about the challenges of entering the kingdom of heaven, particularly for the wealthy.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_disciples.htm">The Disciples</a></b><br>Followers of Jesus who are present during this teaching. Their reaction of astonishment highlights their struggle to understand the radical nature of Jesus' message.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_rich_young_ruler.htm">The Rich Young Ruler</a></b><br>Although not directly mentioned in this verse, the preceding context involves a rich young man who approached Jesus to ask about eternal life, leading to this teaching moment.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_kingdom_of_heaven.htm">The Kingdom of Heaven</a></b><br>A central theme in Jesus' teachings, representing the reign and rule of God, both in the present and future.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/s/salvation.htm">Salvation</a></b><br>The concept of being saved, which is the focus of the disciples' question, reflecting their concern about who can attain eternal life.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_salvation.htm">Understanding Salvation</a></b><br>Salvation is not achieved through human effort or wealth but is a gift from God. This challenges believers to rely on God's grace rather than their own abilities.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_wealth.htm">The Role of Wealth</a></b><br>Wealth can be a significant barrier to entering the kingdom of heaven if it becomes an idol. Believers are encouraged to examine their relationship with material possessions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/astonishment_and_faith.htm">Astonishment and Faith</a></b><br>The disciples' astonishment reflects a common human reaction to the radical demands of the gospel. Faith requires trusting in God's power to do what seems impossible.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_salvation.htm">God's Sovereignty in Salvation</a></b><br>This passage highlights God's ultimate authority and ability to save, reminding believers that nothing is impossible for God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/prioritizing_the_kingdom.htm">Prioritizing the Kingdom</a></b><br>Believers are called to prioritize the kingdom of heaven above all else, recognizing that eternal life is of greater value than any earthly possession.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_matthew_19.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Matthew 19</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_did_jesus_mean_by_'camel_needle'.htm">What did Jesus mean by 'camel through eye of needle'?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'overcome_by_the_blood'_mean.htm">What were the teachings of Jesus?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_jesus_judge_actions_in_matt_25.htm">If good works don't save, why does Jesus say people will be judged by their actions in Matthew 25:31-46?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_did_jesus_first_limit_preaching_to_israel.htm">Matthew 10:5-6 - Why did Jesus limit the disciples' preaching to Israel first, seemingly contradicting the later worldwide mission in Matthew 28:19?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/matthew/19.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(25) <span class= "bld">Who then can be saved</span>?--There is an almost child-like <span class= "ital">na?vete</span> in the question thus asked by the disciples. They, whether among their own people or among strangers, had found the desire of wealth to be the universal passion. Even they themselves, when they had forsaken their earthly goods, had done so (as Peter's question showed but too plainly, <a href="/matthew/19-27.htm" title="Then answered Peter and said to him, Behold, we have forsaken all, and followed you; what shall we have therefore?">Matthew 19:27</a>) as with a far-sighted calculation. They were counting on outward riches in that kingdom as well as outward glory. And now they heard what seemed to them a sweeping condemnation, excluding all who possessed, and, by implication, all who sought after, riches from the kingdom. The feeling which thus showed itself in the disciples has, curiously enough, affected the text of the narrative in St. Mark. What seems an explanatory and softened statement, "How hardly shall they that trust in riches enter into the kingdom of God!" (<a href="/mark/10-24.htm" title="And the disciples were astonished at his words. But Jesus answers again, and said to them, Children, how hard is it for them that trust in riches to enter into the kingdom of God!">Mark 10:24</a>), is not found in the best MSS. The omission may have been an accidental error of the copyists, but it is scarcely probable; and its absence from St. Matthew and St. Luke, not less than that it is not our Lord's usual method to soften or explain His teaching, leads to the conclusion that a marginal note, added by some one who felt as the disciples felt, has here found its way into the text.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/matthew/19.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 25.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Exceedingly amazed.</span> The stern teaching of vers. 23 and 24 thoroughly dismayed and perhaps offended them. Temporal prosperity had in their Law been held forth as the reward of righteousness and obedience, a foretaste of future happiness. They must unlearn this principle. Here, as they understood it, was a doctrine novel, unheard of, unnatural! Fancy the astonishment that would be displayed nowadays if such a sentiment were solemnly propounded in the Stock Exchange, the bank, the market! The apostles could not minimize its import, or say that it might suit other days and other states of society, but was inapplicable to their age and nation. We can do this in the case of many seemingly stringent requirements of the gospel; but they accepted the announcement in its full and simple meaning, and asked in sorrowful wonder, <span class="cmt_word">Who then can be saved?</span> If the way to heaven is barred to the rich man, how shall the poor pass therein? The difficulty seemed to apply to everybody. All who are not rich are hoping and struggling to become rich, and therefore fall under the same category. If the apostles thought not of themselves in this question, they were grieved at the reflection that, under the circumstances, the majority of mankind were recklessly endangering their eternal salvation. With their views of a temporal kingdom, the apostles probably were thinking of their own prospects. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/matthew/19-25.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">When</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">οἱ</span> <span class="translit">(hoi)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article - Nominative Masculine 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">disciples</span><br /><span class="grk">μαθηταὶ</span> <span class="translit">(mathētai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3101.htm">Strong's 3101: </a> </span><span class="str2">A learner, disciple, pupil. From manthano; a learner, i.e. Pupil.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">heard this</span><br /><span class="grk">Ἀκούσαντες</span> <span class="translit">(Akousantes)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_191.htm">Strong's 191: </a> </span><span class="str2">To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">{they were} greatly</span><br /><span class="grk">σφόδρα</span> <span class="translit">(sphodra)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_4970.htm">Strong's 4970: </a> </span><span class="str2">Exceedingly, greatly, very much. Neuter plural of sphodros as adverb; vehemently, i.e. In a high degree, much.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">astonished</span><br /><span class="grk">ἐξεπλήσσοντο</span> <span class="translit">(exeplēssonto)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Imperfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1605.htm">Strong's 1605: </a> </span><span class="str2">To strike with panic or shock; I amaze, astonish. From ek and plesso; to strike with astonishment.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[and] asked,</span><br /><span class="grk">λέγοντες</span> <span class="translit">(legontes)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine 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">“Who</span><br /><span class="grk">Τίς</span> <span class="translit">(Tis)</span><br /><span class="parse">Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_5101.htm">Strong's 5101: </a> </span><span class="str2">Who, which, what, why. Probably emphatic of tis; an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">then</span><br /><span class="grk">ἄρα</span> <span class="translit">(ara)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_686.htm">Strong's 686: </a> </span><span class="str2">Then, therefore, since. Probably from airo; a particle denoting an inference more or less decisive.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">can</span><br /><span class="grk">δύναται</span> <span class="translit">(dynatai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1410.htm">Strong's 1410: </a> </span><span class="str2">(a) I am powerful, have (the) power, (b) I am able, I can. Of uncertain affinity; to be able or possible.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">be saved?”</span><br /><span class="grk">σωθῆναι</span> <span class="translit">(sōthēnai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Infinitive Passive<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_4982.htm">Strong's 4982: </a> </span><span class="str2">To save, heal, preserve, rescue. 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