Matthew 11:22
Matthew 11:22 in Multiple Translations
But I tell you, it will be more bearable for Tyre and Sidon on the day of judgment than for you.
But I say unto you, It shall be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon at the day of judgment, than for you.
But I say unto you, it shall be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon in the day of judgment, than for you.
But I say to you, It will be better for Tyre and Sidon in the day of judging, than for you.
But I tell you that on the Day of Judgment it will be better for Tyre and Sidon than it will for you!
But I say to you, It shalbe easier for Tyrus and Sidon at the day of iudgement, then for you.
but I say to you, to Tyre and Sidon it shall be more tolerable in a day of judgment than for you.
But I tell you, it will be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon on the day of judgment than for you.
But I say to you, It shall be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon at the day of judgment, than for you.
But I say unto you, it shall be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon in the day of judgment, than for you.
So note this: God will punish the wicked people who lived in the cities of Tyre and Sidon [MTY], but he will punish you even more severely on the final day when he judges all people.
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Study Notes — Matthew 11:22
- Context
- Cross References
- Matthew 11:22 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Matthew 11:22
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Matthew 11:22
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Matthew 11:22
- Trapp's Commentary on Matthew 11:22
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Matthew 11:22
- Cambridge Bible on Matthew 11:22
- Whedon's Commentary on Matthew 11:22
- Sermons on Matthew 11:22
Context — Woe to the Unrepentant
22But I tell you, it will be more bearable for Tyre and Sidon on the day of judgment than for you.
23And you, Capernaum, will you be lifted up to heaven? No, you will be brought down to Hades! For if the miracles that were performed in you had been performed in Sodom, it would have remained to this day. 24But I tell you that it will be more bearable for Sodom on the day of judgment than for you.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Matthew 11:24 | But I tell you that it will be more bearable for Sodom on the day of judgment than for you.” |
| 2 | Matthew 10:15 | Truly I tell you, it will be more bearable for Sodom and Gomorrah on the day of judgment than for that town. |
| 3 | Hebrews 10:26–31 | If we deliberately go on sinning after we have received the knowledge of the truth, no further sacrifice for sins remains, but only a fearful expectation of judgment and of raging fire that will consume all adversaries. Anyone who rejected the law of Moses died without mercy on the testimony of two or three witnesses. How much more severely do you think one deserves to be punished who has trampled on the Son of God, profaned the blood of the covenant that sanctified him, and insulted the Spirit of grace? For we know Him who said, “Vengeance is Mine; I will repay,” and again, “The Lord will judge His people.” It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God. |
| 4 | Matthew 12:36 | But I tell you that men will give an account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken. |
| 5 | 1 John 4:17 | In this way, love has been perfected among us, so that we may have confidence on the day of judgment; for in this world we are just like Him. |
| 6 | Luke 12:47–48 | That servant who knows his master’s will but does not get ready or follow his instructions will be beaten with many blows. But the one who unknowingly does things worthy of punishment will be beaten with few blows. From everyone who has been given much, much will be required; and from him who has been entrusted with much, even more will be demanded. |
| 7 | Luke 10:14 | But it will be more bearable for Tyre and Sidon at the judgment than for you. |
| 8 | Zechariah 9:2–3 | and also against Hamath, which borders it, as well as Tyre and Sidon, though they are very shrewd. Tyre has built herself a fortress; she has heaped up silver like dust, and gold like the dirt of the streets. |
| 9 | Hebrews 6:4–8 | It is impossible for those who have once been enlightened, who have tasted the heavenly gift, who have shared in the Holy Spirit, who have tasted the goodness of the word of God and the powers of the coming age— and then have fallen away—to be restored to repentance, because they themselves are crucifying the Son of God all over again and subjecting Him to open shame. For land that drinks in the rain often falling on it and that produces a crop useful to those for whom it is tended receives the blessing of God. But land that produces thorns and thistles is worthless, and its curse is imminent. In the end it will be burned. |
| 10 | Ezekiel 26:1–21 | In the eleventh month of the twelfth year, on the first day of the month, the word of the LORD came to me, saying, “Son of man, because Tyre has said of Jerusalem, ‘Aha! The gate to the nations is broken; it has swung open to me; now that she lies in ruins I will be filled,’ therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Behold, O Tyre, I am against you, and I will raise up many nations against you, as the sea brings up its waves. They will destroy the walls of Tyre and demolish her towers. I will scrape the soil from her and make her a bare rock. She will become a place to spread nets in the sea, for I have spoken, declares the Lord GOD. She will become plunder for the nations, and the villages on her mainland will be slain by the sword. Then they will know that I am the LORD.’ For this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Behold, I will bring against Tyre from the north Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon, king of kings, with horses and chariots, with cavalry and a great company of troops. He will slaughter the villages of your mainland with the sword; he will set up siege works against you, build a ramp to your walls, and raise his shields against you. He will direct the blows of his battering rams against your walls and tear down your towers with his axes. His multitude of horses will cover you in their dust. When he enters your gates as an army entering a breached city, your walls will shake from the noise of cavalry, wagons, and chariots. The hooves of his horses will trample all your streets. He will slaughter your people with the sword, and your mighty pillars will fall to the ground. They will plunder your wealth and pillage your merchandise. They will demolish your walls, tear down your beautiful homes, and throw your stones and timber and soil into the water. So I will silence the sound of your songs, and the music of your lyres will no longer be heard. I will make you a bare rock, and you will become a place to spread the fishing nets. You will never be rebuilt, for I, the LORD, have spoken, declares the Lord GOD.’ This is what the Lord GOD says to Tyre: ‘Will not the coastlands quake at the sound of your downfall, when the wounded groan at the slaughter in your midst? All the princes of the sea will descend from their thrones, remove their robes, and strip off their embroidered garments. Clothed with terror, they will sit on the ground, trembling every moment, appalled over you. Then they will lament for you, saying, “How you have perished, O city of renown inhabited by seafaring men— she who was powerful on the sea, along with her people, who imposed terror on all peoples! Now the coastlands tremble on the day of your downfall; the islands in the sea are dismayed by your demise.”’ For this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘When I make you a desolate city like other deserted cities, and when I raise up the deep against you so that the mighty waters cover you, then I will bring you down with those who descend to the Pit, to the people of antiquity. I will make you dwell in the earth below like the ancient ruins, with those who descend to the Pit, so that you will no longer be inhabited or set in splendor in the land of the living. I will make you an object of horror, and you will be no more. You will be sought, but will never be found,’ declares the Lord GOD.” |
Matthew 11:22 Summary
In Matthew 11:22, Jesus is saying that the cities of Tyre and Sidon, which were known for their wickedness, will actually have an easier time on judgment day than the cities where He performed miracles, because those cities had a greater opportunity to turn to God but chose not to, as seen in Matthew 11:20-21. This verse is a reminder that God holds us accountable for the opportunities we have to know and follow Him (Romans 2:12). We should be careful not to take God's mercy and patience for granted, but instead turn to Him with humility and repentance, as seen in 1 John 1:9. By responding to God's message and seeking His forgiveness, we can avoid a more severe judgment and instead experience His love and mercy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Jesus mean by 'the day of judgment' in Matthew 11:22?
Jesus is referring to the future time when God will judge all people for their actions, as described in Revelation 20:11-15 and Romans 2:16, where everyone will be held accountable for their response to God's message and their deeds.
Why does Jesus say it will be more bearable for Tyre and Sidon than for the cities He is addressing?
Jesus is emphasizing that the cities where He performed miracles, such as Chorazin and Bethsaida, had a greater opportunity to repent and turn to God, but they did not, making their judgment more severe, as seen in Luke 12:47-48 where it says that those who know more will be held to a higher standard.
Are Tyre and Sidon being let off the hook by Jesus in this verse?
No, Jesus is not saying that Tyre and Sidon will escape judgment, but rather that their judgment will be less severe than that of the cities that rejected Him despite seeing His miracles, as supported by Matthew 11:21, which says that Tyre and Sidon would have repented if they had seen the miracles that were done in Chorazin and Bethsaida.
What is the main point Jesus is trying to make in Matthew 11:22?
Jesus is highlighting the importance of responding to God's message and the consequences of rejecting it, as also seen in Matthew 10:15, where He says that it will be more bearable for Sodom and Gomorrah on the day of judgment than for the cities that reject His disciples.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I have seen God at work in my life, and how have I responded to those experiences?
- In what ways can I be more mindful of the opportunities I have to turn to God and seek His forgiveness, as seen in Matthew 11:20-24?
- How can I use the knowledge I have of God's Word to help others see their need for repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, as commanded in Matthew 28:18-20?
- What are some areas in my life where I may be taking God's grace and mercy for granted, and how can I cultivate a greater sense of humility and gratitude?
Gill's Exposition on Matthew 11:22
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Matthew 11:22
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Matthew 11:22
Trapp's Commentary on Matthew 11:22
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Matthew 11:22
Cambridge Bible on Matthew 11:22
Whedon's Commentary on Matthew 11:22
Sermons on Matthew 11:22
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Amos 3:2 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes that God chose Israel not for their merit but out of love, establishing a unique relationship with them to reveal His plan of redemption. He explains that tr |
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The Folly of Looking Back in Fleeing Out of Sodom by Jonathan Edwards | Jonathan Edwards preaches about the folly of looking back when fleeing out of Sodom, drawing parallels between the destruction of Jerusalem and the end of the world to the judgment |
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Undivided Consecration by Andrew Murray | The preacher discusses the concept of being blameless, emphasizing the importance of believers being spotless and faultless before God, striving for a pure character and reputation |
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2 Peter 2:6 by John Gill | John Gill emphasizes the severe judgment of God on Sodom and Gomorrah, illustrating how their destruction serves as a warning to future generations about the consequences of ungodl |
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The Pouring Forth of All His Wrath by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks emphasizes the duality of God's nature, portraying Him as both merciful and just. He illustrates that while God extends mercy to humanity, His justice will prevail if |
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(Hebrews - Part 30): Sin Willfully - No More Sacrifice by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher shares a personal experience of feeling down and encountering the Salvation Army on the street corner. The Salvation Army's song, "I need no other sacr |
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A Deadly Choice by Chuck Smith | This sermon emphasizes the importance of making the right choice regarding Jesus Christ, highlighting the biblical theme of choosing between life and death. It explores the consequ |






