| Audio Cross Study Comm Greek Verse (Click for Chapter)New International VersionEven so, when you see all these things, you know that it is near, right at the door.New Living TranslationIn the same way, when you see all these things, you can know his return is very near, right at the door.English Standard VersionSo also, when you see all these things, you know that he is near, at the very gates.Berean Standard BibleSo also, when you see all these things, you will know that He is near, right at the door.Berean Literal BibleSo also you, when you see all these things, know that He is near, at the doors.King James BibleSo likewise ye, when ye shall see all these things, know that it is near, even at the doors.New King James VersionSo you also, when you see all these things, know that it is near—at the doors!New American Standard Bibleso you too, when you see all these things, recognize that He is near, right at the door.NASB 1995so, you too, when you see all these things, recognize that He is near, right at the door.NASB 1977 even so you too, when you see all these things, recognize that He is near, right at the door.Legacy Standard Bible so, you too, when you see all these things, recognize that He is near, right at the door.Amplified Bibleso you, too, when you see all these things [taking place], know for certain that He is near, right at the door.Christian Standard BibleIn the same way, when you see all these things, recognize that he is near—at the door.Holman Christian Standard BibleIn the same way, when you see all these things, recognize that He is near—at the door!American Standard Versioneven so ye also, when ye see all these things, know ye that he is nigh, even at the doors.Contemporary English VersionSo when you see all these things happening, you will know the time has almost come. English Revised Versioneven so ye also, when ye see all these things, know ye that he is nigh, even at the doors.GOD'S WORD® TranslationIn the same way, when you see all these things, you know that he is near, at the door.Good News TranslationIn the same way, when you see all these things, you will know that the time is near, ready to begin. International Standard VersionIn the same way, when you see all these things, you'll know that the Son of Man is near, right at the door. NET BibleSo also you, when you see all these things, know that he is near, right at the door.New Heart English BibleEven so you also, when you see all these things, know that it is near, even at the doors.Webster's Bible TranslationSo likewise ye, when ye shall see all these things, know that it is near, even at the doors.Weymouth New TestamentSo you also, when you see all these signs, may be sure that He is near--at your very door.Majority Text TranslationsMajority Standard BibleSo also, when you see all these things, you will know that He is near, right at the door.World English BibleEven so you also, when you see all these things, know that he is near, even at the doors. Literal TranslationsLiteral Standard Versionso also you, when you may see all these, you know that it is near—at the doors.Berean Literal BibleSo also you, when you see all these things, know that He is near, at the doors.Young's Literal Translation so also ye, when ye may see all these, ye know that it is nigh -- at the doors.Smith's Literal TranslationSo also ye, when ye should see all these things, know ye that it is near at the doors.Catholic TranslationsDouay-Rheims BibleSo you also, when you shall see all these things, know ye that it is nigh, even at the doors. Catholic Public Domain VersionSo also, when you will have seen all these things, know that it is near, even at the threshold.New American BibleIn the same way, when you see all these things, know that he is near, at the gates.New Revised Standard VersionSo also, when you see all these things, you know that he is near, at the very gates.Translations from AramaicLamsa BibleSo even you, when you see all these things, know that it has arrived at the door.Aramaic Bible in Plain EnglishSo also, whenever you see all these things, know that he has approached the door.NT TranslationsAnderson New TestamentSo also, when you see all these things, know that it is near at the doors.Godbey New TestamentSo you also, when you may see all these things know that it is at the doors.Haweis New Testamentjust so ye, when ye behold these things, know that it is near, even at the gates.Mace New Testamentin like manner, when ye shall see all these things happen, know that he is come to your very doors.Weymouth New TestamentSo you also, when you see all these signs, may be sure that He is near--at your very door.Worrell New Testamenteven so ye, when ye see all these things, know that it is near, at the doors.Worsley New Testamentso ye also, when ye shall see all these things, know that it is near even at the doors.Additional Translations ...Audio BibleContextThe Lesson of the Fig Tree32Now learn this lesson from the fig tree: As soon as its branches become tender and sprout leaves, you know that summer is near. 33So also, when you see all these things, you will know that He is near, right at the door. 34Truly I tell you, this generation will not pass away until all these things have happened.…Berean Standard Bible · DownloadCross ReferencesLuke 21:31So also, when you see these things happening, know that the kingdom of God is near.Mark 13:29So also, when you see these things happening, know that He is near, right at the door.James 5:8-9You, too, be patient and strengthen your hearts, because the Lord’s coming is near. / Do not complain about one another, brothers, so that you will not be judged. Look, the Judge is standing at the door!Romans 13:11And do this, understanding the occasion. The hour has come for you to wake up from your slumber, for our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed.1 Thessalonians 5:2-4For 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. / But you, brothers, are not in the darkness so that this day should overtake you like a thief.Revelation 1:3Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear and obey what is written in it, because the time is near.Revelation 22:10Then he told me, “Do not seal up the words of prophecy in this book, because the time is near.Hebrews 10:25Let us not neglect meeting together, as some have made a habit, but let us encourage one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching.1 Peter 4:7The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear-minded and sober, so that you can pray.Philippians 4:5Let your gentleness be apparent to all. The Lord is near.2 Peter 3:10But 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.Joel 2:1Blow the ram’s horn in Zion; sound the alarm on My holy mountain! Let all who dwell in the land tremble, for the Day of the LORD is coming; indeed, it is near—Zephaniah 1:14The great Day of the LORD is near—near and coming quickly. Listen, the Day of the LORD! Then the cry of the mighty will be bitter.Isaiah 13:6Wail, for the Day of the LORD is near; it will come as destruction from the Almighty.Ezekiel 7:2-6“O son of man, this is what the Lord GOD says to the land of Israel: ‘The end! The end has come upon the four corners of the land. / The end is now upon you, and I will unleash My anger against you. I will judge you according to your ways and repay you for all your abominations. / I will not look on you with pity, nor will I spare you, but I will punish you for your ways and for the abominations among you. Then you will know that I am the LORD.’ ...Treasury of Scripture So likewise you, when you shall see all these things, know that it is near, even at the doors. when. Matthew 24:3 And as he sat upon the mount of Olives, the disciples came unto him privately, saying, Tell us, when shall these things be? and what shall be the sign of thy coming, and of the end of the world? know. Ezekiel 7:2 Also, thou son of man, thus saith the Lord GOD unto the land of Israel; An end, the end is come upon the four corners of the land. Hebrews 10:37 For yet a little while, and he that shall come will come, and will not tarry. James 5:9 Grudge not one against another, brethren, lest ye be condemned: behold, the judge standeth before the door. it. 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So also,This phrase indicates a comparison or analogy. Jesus is drawing a parallel between the signs He has just described and the certainty of His coming. It suggests that just as certain events signal the change of seasons, so too will certain signs indicate His return.when you see all these things,"All these things" refers to the signs Jesus mentioned earlier in the chapter, such as wars, famines, earthquakes, and the abomination of desolation. These are indicators of the end times. The phrase emphasizes the importance of being observant and discerning of the times. In the context of first-century Judea, these signs would have been particularly poignant, as the destruction of the Temple in AD 70 was a significant event for the Jewish people. you will know that He is near,This assurance is given to the disciples and, by extension, to all believers. The nearness of Christ's return is a central theme in eschatology. The certainty of His coming is meant to encourage believers to remain vigilant and faithful. The phrase echoes the imminence of the Kingdom of God, a recurring theme in the Gospels. right at the door.The imagery of being "at the door" suggests immediacy and readiness. In ancient times, a door was a place of entry and exit, symbolizing transition and change. This phrase underscores the urgency and proximity of Christ's return. It is a call to preparedness, reminding believers that the fulfillment of prophecy is close at hand. The metaphor of the door is also used in Revelation 3:20, where Christ stands at the door and knocks, inviting believers to fellowship with Him.Persons / Places / Events1. Jesus ChristThe speaker of this passage, providing prophetic teaching to His disciples about the signs of the end times and His second coming.2. DisciplesThe immediate audience of Jesus' teaching, representing all believers who seek to understand the signs of the times.3. Mount of OlivesThe location where Jesus delivered the Olivet Discourse, which includes Matthew 24, a significant teaching on eschatology (the study of end times).4. End TimesThe period leading up to the return of Christ, characterized by specific signs and events that Jesus describes in the surrounding verses.5. Fig TreeUsed as a metaphor in the preceding verses (Matthew 24:32) to illustrate the discernment of the times based on observable signs.Teaching PointsDiscernment of the TimesBelievers are called to be observant and discerning, recognizing the signs that indicate the nearness of Christ's return.Urgency of ReadinessThe imagery of Jesus being "right at the door" underscores the urgency for believers to live in a state of spiritual readiness and anticipation.Faithful StewardshipIn light of the nearness of Christ's return, Christians are encouraged to live faithfully, stewarding their time, resources, and relationships in a way that honors God.Hope and AssuranceThe promise of Christ's return provides hope and assurance for believers, motivating them to persevere through trials and remain steadfast in their faith.Witness to the WorldAs believers recognize the signs of the times, they are called to be a witness to the world, sharing the gospel and the hope of Christ's return with others.Bible Study Questions and Answers1. What is the meaning of Matthew 24:33?2. How can we recognize the signs of Jesus' return in today's world? 3. What does "when you see all these things" mean in Matthew 24:33? 4. How does Matthew 24:33 connect with 1 Thessalonians 5:2 about the Lord's return? 5. In what ways should Matthew 24:33 influence our daily Christian walk? 6. How can we prepare spiritually for the events described in Matthew 24:33?7. What does Matthew 24:33 mean by "when you see all these things"?8. How does Matthew 24:33 relate to the signs of the end times?9. What historical events fulfill the prophecy in Matthew 24:33?10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 24?11. Why do Jesus' statements about the end times suggest he expected the world to end in his generation?12. What does 'All things are possible with God' mean?13. Jesus predicted He would return soon (Matthew 24:34), but 2,000 years have passed--was He wrong?14. Why should we believe Jesus was God?What Does Matthew 24:33 MeanSo also Jesus links His coming to the simple, everyday lesson of the fig tree (Matthew 24:32). Just as budding leaves signal summer, the observable signs He has just listed signal His return. By beginning with “So also,” He underscores: • The same certainty: just as seasons follow nature’s cues, His return follows prophetic cues. • The same simplicity: the lesson is for every believer, not only scholars (cf. Mark 13:28-29). • The same reliability: “Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will never pass away” (Matthew 24:35). when you see all these things “All these things” reaches back over verses 4–31: • Spiritual deception—“many will come in My name” (v. 5; 1 John 2:18). • Global turmoil—wars, rumors of wars, famines, earthquakes (vv. 6-8; Revelation 6:3-8). • Persecution and betrayal (vv. 9-10; 2 Timothy 3:12). • Worldwide proclamation of the gospel (v. 14; Matthew 28:19-20). • The abomination of desolation and unparalleled tribulation (vv. 15-21; Daniel 9:27). • Cosmic disturbances—the sun darkened, stars falling (v. 29; Joel 2:31). Christ expects His people to observe these realities attentively, just as Noah noted the rising waters (Matthew 24:37-39). you will know God wants His children informed, not alarmed. “You are all sons of the light…so that this day should not overtake you like a thief” (1 Thessalonians 5:4-5). • Knowledge here is settled assurance, not vague optimism (John 14:29). • This awareness fuels hope and steadfastness (Titus 2:13; 1 John 3:3). • Confidence rests on Christ’s own promises, not human prediction (Matthew 24:36). that He is near Nearness speaks of both proximity and preparedness. “The Lord is near” (Philippians 4:5). • History is on a countdown; every fulfilled sign narrows the gap (Romans 13:11-12). • The Judge stands ready: “You too be patient and strengthen your hearts, because the Lord’s coming is near” (James 5:8). • Nearness invites intimacy; His people may draw close now through worship and obedience (Hebrews 10:22-25). right at the door The image tightens the focus: He has reached the threshold. • Echoes Revelation 3:20—“Behold, I stand at the door and knock.” • Urgency: doors open swiftly, leaving no room for last-minute scrambling (Luke 12:36-40). • Response checklist: – Live holy and godly lives (2 Peter 3:11-14). – Stay awake and sober (Mark 13:33). – Encourage one another all the more (Hebrews 10:25). – Share the gospel while the door of grace remains open (2 Corinthians 5:20). summary Matthew 24:33 assures believers that the foretold signs will unmistakably herald Christ’s return. Observing them, we gain confident knowledge that He is close—indeed poised at history’s doorway. His nearness motivates watchfulness, purity, and urgent witness, grounding our hope in the unfailing words of Jesus Himself.Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers(33) So likewise ye.--The pronoun is emphatic. Ye whom I have chosen, who are therefore among the elect that shall be thus gathered. The words are spoken to the four Apostles as the representatives of the whole body of believers who should be living--first, at the destruction of Jerusalem, and afterwards at the end of the world. Of the four, St. John alone, so far as we know, survived the destruction of Jerusalem. That it is near.--Better, that He is near, in accordance with James 5:9. Pulpit CommentaryVerse 33. - So likewise ye (οὕτω καὶ ὑμεῖς, so also ye, emphatic). As surely as buds and leaves prove the coming of summer, so ye, who have been taught, may gather from the fulfilment of the signs mentioned (vers. 15-22, etc.) the approach of the end. Know that it is near (ὅτι ἐγγύς ἐστιν). The subject is not expressed, but it must be the Son of man (ver. 30), so that the rendering ought to be, he is near. Many, however, take the understood nominative to be the judgment, or the kingdom of God, or the occurrences last spoken cf. At the doors; as James 5:9, on the very threshold, and therefore about to enter. Parallel Commentaries ...GreekSoοὕτως (houtōs)AdverbStrong's 3779: Thus, so, in this manner. Or (referring to what precedes or follows).also,καὶ (kai)ConjunctionStrong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. whenὅταν (hotan)ConjunctionStrong's 3752: When, whenever. From hote and an; whenever; also causatively inasmuch as.you seeἴδητε (idēte)Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 2nd Person PluralStrong's 3708: Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear.allπάντα (panta)Adjective - Accusative Neuter PluralStrong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.these things,ταῦτα (tauta)Demonstrative Pronoun - Accusative Neuter PluralStrong's 3778: This; he, she, it. youὑμεῖς (hymeis)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 2nd Person PluralStrong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.knowγινώσκετε (ginōskete)Verb - Present Indicative Active - 2nd Person PluralStrong's 1097: A prolonged form of a primary verb; to 'know' in a great variety of applications and with many implications.thatὅτι (hoti)ConjunctionStrong's 3754: Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.He isἐστιν (estin)Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person SingularStrong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.near,ἐγγύς (engys)AdverbStrong's 1451: Near. From a primary verb agcho; near.right atἐπὶ (epi)PrepositionStrong's 1909: On, to, against, on the basis of, at. [the] door.θύραις (thyrais)Noun - Dative Feminine PluralStrong's 2374: (a) a door, (b) met: an opportunity. Apparently a primary word; a portal or entrance.LinksMatthew 24:33 NIVMatthew 24:33 NLTMatthew 24:33 ESVMatthew 24:33 NASBMatthew 24:33 KJVMatthew 24:33 BibleApps.comMatthew 24:33 Biblia ParalelaMatthew 24:33 Chinese BibleMatthew 24:33 French BibleMatthew 24:33 Catholic BibleNT Gospels: Matthew 24:33 Even so you also when you see (Matt. Mat Mt) |
