New International VersionWhen Jesus had finished these parables, he moved on from there.
New Living TranslationWhen Jesus had finished telling these stories and illustrations, he left that part of the country.
English Standard VersionAnd when Jesus had finished these parables, he went away from there,
Berean Standard BibleWhen Jesus had finished these parables, He withdrew from that place.
Berean Literal BibleAnd it came to pass, when Jesus had finished these parables, He withdrew from there.
King James BibleAnd it came to pass, that when Jesus had finished these parables, he departed thence.
New King James VersionNow it came to pass, when Jesus had finished these parables, that He departed from there.
New American Standard BibleWhen Jesus had finished these parables, He departed from there.
NASB 1995When Jesus had finished these parables, He departed from there.
NASB 1977And it came about that when Jesus had finished these parables, He departed from there.
Legacy Standard BibleNow it happened that when Jesus had finished these parables, He departed from there.
Amplified BibleWhen Jesus had finished these parables, He left there.
Christian Standard BibleWhen Jesus had finished these parables, he left there.
Holman Christian Standard BibleWhen Jesus had finished these parables, He left there.
American Standard VersionAnd it came to pass, when Jesus had finished these parables, he departed thence.
Contemporary English VersionWhen Jesus had finished telling these stories, he left
English Revised VersionAnd it came to pass, when Jesus had finished these parables, he departed thence.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationWhen Jesus had finished these illustrations, he left that place.
Good News TranslationWhen Jesus finished telling these parables, he left that place
International Standard VersionWhen Jesus had finished these parables, he left that place.
NET BibleNow when Jesus finished these parables, he moved on from there.
New Heart English BibleAnd it happened that when Jesus had finished these parables, he departed from there.
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd it came to pass, that when Jesus had finished these parables, he departed thence.
Weymouth New TestamentJesus concluded this series of parables and then departed. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleWhen Jesus had finished these parables, He withdrew from that place.
World English BibleWhen Jesus had finished these parables, he departed from there. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd it came to pass, when Jesus finished these allegories, He removed from there,
Berean Literal BibleAnd it came to pass, when Jesus had finished these parables, He withdrew from there.
Young's Literal Translation And it came to pass, when Jesus finished these similes, he removed thence,
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd it was when Jesus finished these parables, he removed thence. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd it came to pass: when Jesus had finished these parables, he passed from thence.
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd it happened that, when Jesus had completed these parables, he went away from there.
New American BibleWhen Jesus finished these parables, he went away from there.
New Revised Standard VersionWhen Jesus had finished these parables, he left that place. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleWhen Jesus had finished these parables, he departed thence.
Aramaic Bible in Plain EnglishAnd it was that when Yeshua had finished these parables, he departed from there. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd it came to pass, when Jesus had finished these parables, he departed from that place.
Godbey New TestamentAnd it came to pass, when Jesus finished these parables, He departed thence.
Haweis New TestamentAnd it came to pass, when Jesus had finished there parables, he departed thence.
Mace New TestamentWhen Jesus had finished these parables, he departed thence.
Weymouth New TestamentJesus concluded this series of parables and then departed.
Worrell New TestamentAnd it came to pass, when Jesus finished these parables, He departed thence.
Worsley New TestamentAnd when Jesus had finished these parables, he departed thence:
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The Rejection at Nazareth52Then He told them, “For this reason, every scribe who has been discipled in the kingdom of heaven is like a homeowner who brings out of his storeroom new treasures as well as old.” 53WhenJesushad finishedtheseparables,He withdrewfrom that place.54Coming to His hometown, He taught the people in their synagogue, and they were astonished. “Where did this man get such wisdom and miraculous powers?” they asked.…
Cross References Mark 6:1-6Jesus went on from there and came to His hometown, accompanied by His disciples. / When the Sabbath came, He began to teach in the synagogue, and many who heard Him were astonished. “Where did this man get these ideas?” they asked. “What is this wisdom He has been given? And how can He perform such miracles? / Isn’t this the carpenter, the son of Mary and the brother of James, Joses, Judas, and Simon? Aren’t His sisters here with us as well?” And they took offense at Him. ...
Luke 4:16-30Then Jesus came to Nazareth, where He had been brought up. As was His custom, He entered the synagogue on the Sabbath. And when He stood up to read, / the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was handed to Him. Unrolling it, He found the place where it was written: / “The Spirit of the Lord is on Me, because He has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to release the oppressed, ...
John 7:15The Jews were amazed and asked, “How did this man attain such learning without having studied?”
John 6:42They were asking, “Is this not Jesus, the son of Joseph, whose father and mother we know? How then can He say, ‘I have come down from heaven?’”
John 4:44Now He Himself had testified that a prophet has no honor in his own hometown.
Matthew 2:23and he went and lived in a town called Nazareth. So was fulfilled what was spoken through the prophets: “He will be called a Nazarene.”
Isaiah 53:3He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, acquainted with grief. Like one from whom men hide their faces, He was despised, and we esteemed Him not.
Jeremiah 11:21Therefore this is what the LORD says concerning the people of Anathoth who are seeking your life and saying, “You must not prophesy in the name of the LORD, or you will die by our hand.”
Ezekiel 3:6-7not to the many peoples of unfamiliar speech and difficult language whose words you cannot understand. Surely if I had sent you to them, they would have listened to you. / But the house of Israel will be unwilling to listen to you, since they are unwilling to listen to Me. For the whole house of Israel is hard-headed and hard-hearted.
John 1:11He came to His own, and His own did not receive Him.
John 7:5For even His own brothers did not believe in Him.
Matthew 12:46-50While Jesus was still speaking to the crowds, His mother and brothers stood outside, wanting to speak to Him. / Someone told Him, “Look, Your mother and brothers are standing outside, wanting to speak to You.” / But Jesus replied, “Who is My mother, and who are My brothers?” ...
John 6:41-42At this, the Jews began to grumble about Jesus because He had said, “I am the bread that came down from heaven.” / They were asking, “Is this not Jesus, the son of Joseph, whose father and mother we know? How then can He say, ‘I have come down from heaven?’”
Luke 2:51-52Then He went down to Nazareth with them and was obedient to them. But His mother treasured up all these things in her heart. / And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.
Psalm 69:8I have become a stranger to my brothers and a foreigner to my mother’s sons,
Treasury of Scripture And it came to pass, that when Jesus had finished these parables, he departed there. he. Mark 4:33-35 And with many such parables spake he the word unto them, as they were able to hearit… Jump to Previous ConcludedDepartedEndFinishedJesusMovedParablesRemovedSimilesStoriesThenceWithdrewJump to Next ConcludedDepartedEndFinishedJesusMovedParablesRemovedSimilesStoriesThenceWithdrewMatthew 13 1.The parable of the sower and the seed;18.the explanation of it.24.The parable of the weeds;31.of the mustard seed;33.of the leaven;36.explanation of the parable of the weeds.44.The parable of the hidden treasure;45.of the pearl;47.of the drag net cast into the sea.53.Jesus is a prophet without honor in his own country.When Jesus had finished these parablesThis phrase marks the conclusion of a significant teaching section in the Gospel of Matthew, specifically the parables of the Kingdom of Heaven found in Matthew 13. Parables were a common teaching method used by Jesus to convey deep spiritual truths through simple stories. The use of parables fulfilled the prophecy in Psalm 78:2, which speaks of opening the mouth in parables. This teaching method also served to reveal truths to those who were spiritually receptive while concealing them from those who were not ( Matthew 13:10-17). The completion of these parables signifies a transition in Jesus' ministry, moving from teaching to other activities. He withdrew from that place
The act of withdrawing indicates a deliberate movement by Jesus, often seen in the Gospels when He seeks solitude or when He is moving to a new location for ministry purposes. This withdrawal could be due to the growing opposition from religious leaders or the need for rest and prayer. Geographically, "that place" refers to the region around the Sea of Galilee, where Jesus spent much of His ministry. This movement also reflects the itinerant nature of Jesus' ministry, as He traveled throughout Galilee and Judea to preach, teach, and heal. The withdrawal can be seen as a strategic retreat to prepare for the next phase of His mission, emphasizing the importance of timing and divine purpose in His earthly ministry. Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe central figure of the New Testament, the Son of God, who taught in parables to reveal the mysteries of the Kingdom of Heaven. 2. ParablesShort, allegorical accounts used by Jesus to convey spiritual truths. In Matthew 13, Jesus shares several parables about the Kingdom of Heaven. 3. That PlaceRefers to the region where Jesus was teaching, likely around the Sea of Galilee, where He often taught the crowds. Teaching Points Understanding ParablesJesus used parables to reveal truths to those willing to hear and understand. As believers, we should seek the Holy Spirit's guidance to discern spiritual truths in Scripture. The Importance of WithdrawalJesus often withdrew from places after teaching. This teaches us the importance of rest and reflection in our spiritual lives. Facing RejectionJesus' experience of rejection in His hometown reminds us that following God's call may lead to opposition, even from those closest to us. Perseverance in MinistryDespite rejection, Jesus continued His mission. We are encouraged to persevere in our faith and ministry, trusting in God's plan. The Kingdom of HeavenThe parables in Matthew 13 reveal the nature of God's Kingdom. We are called to live as citizens of this Kingdom, embodying its values in our daily lives. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of Matthew 13:53?
2.How does Matthew 13:53 demonstrate Jesus' authority and wisdom in teaching?
3.What can we learn from Jesus' transition from parables to teaching in synagogues?
4.How does Matthew 13:53 connect with Jesus' earlier teachings in Matthew 13?
5.How can we apply Jesus' example of teaching with authority in our lives?
6.What does Matthew 13:53 reveal about the importance of sharing God's wisdom today?
7.What is the significance of Jesus finishing these parables in Matthew 13:53?
8.How does Matthew 13:53 fit into the overall message of the Gospel of Matthew?
9.Why does Matthew 13:53 mark a transition in Jesus' ministry?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 13?
11.What lessons do Jesus' parables teach us?
12.In Mark 6:3, how could ordinary villagers dismiss Jesus as merely a carpenter’s son if He was performing extraordinary deeds elsewhere?
13.Did Jesus speak secretly? John 18:20 says no, but Mark 4:34 and Matthew 13:10-11 suggest he explained parables privately to his disciples.
14.In Matthew 13:10-11, Jesus says He speaks in parables so only certain people will understand; what does this imply about God's fairness and inclusivity?What Does Matthew 13:53 Mean When Jesus had finished• Matthew routinely marks the close of each major discourse with wording like this (Matthew 7:28; 11:1; 19:1; 26:1), showing an intentional structure in the Gospel. • The phrase signals that the teaching was fully delivered—nothing was left unsaid. Jesus’ words stand complete and authoritative, ready for His listeners (and us) to receive literally as God’s revelation (Isaiah 55:10-11).
…these parables• The reference points back to the seven kingdom parables inMatthew 13: – Sower – Wheat & Tares – Mustard Seed – Leaven – Treasure Hidden in a Field – Pearl of Great Price – Dragnet • Each parable unveils a distinct, literal truth about God’s kingdom—its mixed reception, growth, priceless value, coming judgment (Mark 4:30-34;Luke 8:4-15). • By completing this set, Jesus gives a full portrait of the kingdom’s present and future work, preparing His disciples for life and mission (Matthew 28:18-20).
He withdrew• Withdrawal does not imply retreat but purposeful movement. Jesus often changed locations after key teaching moments to direct the timing of His ministry (Matthew 12:15;John 6:15). • The step underscores His control of events—He decides when to speak and when to move, fulfilling prophecy without human manipulation (John 10:18). • It also illustrates a rhythm for believers: serve faithfully, then step back in obedience when God leads (Mark 1:35-38).
from that place• “That place” was the lakeside area near Capernaum where the parables were delivered (Matthew 13:1-2). • Jesus now heads to Nazareth (Matthew 13:54), showing His pattern of extending truth to new audiences—even those inclined to reject Him (Luke 4:16-24;John 4:44). • The move reminds us that God’s word goes forth geographically and relationally, never confined to one crowd (Acts 1:8).
summaryMatthew 13:53 marks both an ending and a beginning. Jesus fully communicates the mysteries of the kingdom, then deliberately leaves the scene, guiding the unfolding of His mission. The verse assures us that His teachings are complete, His movements intentional, and His kingdom message unstoppable. Verse 53. - And itcame to pass, that when Jesus had finished these parables, he departed thence. The formula marks the end of an excerpt from the discourses (cf. Matthew 11:1, note, and Introduction, p. 3). It is, however, to be noticed that the first and last words, καὶ... ἐκεῖθεν, come in Mark 6:1, introducing the parallel passage to our following verses. But in the case of such common words this coincidence is, perhaps, to be considered as accidental. He departed ( μετῆρεν). Elsewhere in the New Testament only in Matthew 19:1, where it comes in the same connexion as here.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Greek Whenὅτε(hote)Adverb
Strong's 3753:When, at which time. From hos and te; at which too, i.e. When.JesusἸησοῦς(Iēsous)Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2424:Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.had finishedἐτέλεσεν(etelesen)Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 5055:(a) I end, finish, (b) I fulfill, accomplish, (c) I pay. From telos; to end, i.e. Complete, execute, conclude, discharge.theseταύτας(tautas)Demonstrative Pronoun - Accusative Feminine Plural
Strong's 3778:This; he, she, it.parables,παραβολὰς(parabolas)Noun - Accusative Feminine Plural
Strong's 3850:From paraballo; a similitude, i.e. fictitious narrative, apothegm or adage.He withdrewμετῆρεν(metēren)Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 3332:To change my position, depart, remove. From meta and airo; to betake oneself, i.e. Remove.from that place.ἐκεῖθεν(ekeithen)Adverb
Strong's 1564:Thence, from that place. From ekei; thence.
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