Matthew 25:2
Matthew 25:2 in Multiple Translations
Five of them were foolish, and five were wise.
And five of them were wise, and five were foolish.
And five of them were foolish, and five were wise.
And five of them were foolish, and five were wise.
Five were foolish, and five were wise.
And fiue of them were wise, and fiue foolish.
and five of them were prudent, and five foolish;
Five of them were foolish, and five were wise.
And five of them were wise, and five were foolish.
And five of them were foolish, and five wise.
Five of the virgins were foolish and five of them were wise.
There were 10 of these young women. And 5 of them used their brains. They took jars of extra oil with them for their lamps. But the other 5 women were stupid. They didn’t take any extra oil with them.
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Study Notes — Matthew 25:2
- Context
- Cross References
- Matthew 25:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Matthew 25:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Matthew 25:2
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Matthew 25:2
- Trapp's Commentary on Matthew 25:2
- Ellicott's Commentary on Matthew 25:2
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Matthew 25:2
- Cambridge Bible on Matthew 25:2
- Barnes' Notes on Matthew 25:2
- Whedon's Commentary on Matthew 25:2
- Sermons on Matthew 25:2
Context — The Parable of the Ten Virgins
2Five of them were foolish, and five were wise.
3The foolish ones took their lamps but did not take along any extra oil. 4But the wise ones took oil in flasks along with their lamps.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 24:2 | One basket had very good figs, like those that ripen early, but the other basket contained very poor figs, so bad they could not be eaten. |
| 2 | 1 Corinthians 10:1–5 | I do not want you to be unaware, brothers, that our forefathers were all under the cloud, and that they all passed through the sea. They were all baptized into Moses in the cloud and in the sea. They all ate the same spiritual food and drank the same spiritual drink; for they drank from the spiritual rock that accompanied them, and that rock was Christ. Nevertheless, God was not pleased with most of them, for they were struck down in the wilderness. |
| 3 | Matthew 13:19–23 | When anyone hears the message of the kingdom but does not understand it, the evil one comes and snatches away what was sown in his heart. This is the seed sown along the path. The seed sown on rocky ground is the one who hears the word and at once receives it with joy. But since he has no root, he remains for only a season. When trouble or persecution comes because of the word, he quickly falls away. The seed sown among the thorns is the one who hears the word, but the worries of this life and the deceitfulness of wealth choke the word, and it becomes unfruitful. But the seed sown on good soil is the one who hears the word and understands it. He indeed bears fruit and produces a crop—a hundredfold, sixtyfold, or thirtyfold.” |
| 4 | Matthew 13:47–48 | Once again, the kingdom of heaven is like a net that was cast into the sea and caught all kinds of fish. When it was full, the men pulled it ashore. Then they sat down and sorted the good fish into containers, but threw the bad away. |
| 5 | Jude 1:5 | Although you are fully aware of this, I want to remind you that after Jesus had delivered His people out of the land of Egypt, He destroyed those who did not believe. |
| 6 | Matthew 24:45 | Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom the master has put in charge of his household, to give the others their food at the proper time? |
| 7 | 1 John 2:19 | They went out from us, but they did not belong to us. For if they had belonged to us, they would have remained with us. But their departure made it clear that none of them belonged to us. |
| 8 | Matthew 13:38–43 | The field is the world, and the good seed represents the sons of the kingdom. The weeds are the sons of the evil one, and the enemy who sows them is the devil. The harvest is the end of the age, and the harvesters are angels. As the weeds are collected and burned in the fire, so will it be at the end of the age. The Son of Man will send out His angels, and they will weed out of His kingdom every cause of sin and all who practice lawlessness. And they will throw them into the fiery furnace, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. He who has ears, let him hear. |
| 9 | Matthew 22:10–11 | So the servants went out into the streets and gathered everyone they could find, both evil and good, and the wedding hall was filled with guests. But when the king came in to see the guests, he spotted a man who was not dressed in wedding clothes. |
| 10 | Matthew 7:24–27 | Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain fell, the torrents raged, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because its foundation was on the rock. But everyone who hears these words of Mine and does not act on them is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. The rain fell, the torrents raged, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell—and great was its collapse!” |
Matthew 25:2 Summary
In Matthew 25:2, Jesus teaches us that five of the ten virgins were foolish, and five were wise. This means that some people will be prepared for the Lord's return, while others will not. To be wise like the five prepared virgins, we need to make sure we have a strong faith and are taking steps to nurture our relationship with God, like reading the Bible (Psalm 119:105) and praying regularly. By being wise and prepared, we can be ready to meet the bridegroom, Jesus Christ, when He returns.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the number of virgins in Matthew 25:2?
The number ten represents completeness, and the division into five wise and five foolish virgins highlights the importance of being prepared for the Lord's return, as seen in Matthew 25:1-13 and supported by the parable of the talents in Matthew 25:14-30.
How can we distinguish between being foolish and being wise in our spiritual walk?
According to Matthew 25:2, wisdom is demonstrated by being prepared and taking the necessary steps to ensure a strong faith, such as storing up oil, which can be likened to nurturing our relationship with God through prayer, scripture reading, and obedience, as encouraged in Psalm 119:105 and Joshua 1:8.
Is it possible for a believer to be foolish and still be saved?
While Matthew 25:2 does not directly address salvation, it emphasizes the importance of being prepared and wise in our faith, as also seen in 1 Peter 3:15, where we are called to be ready to give an answer for the hope that is in us, suggesting that wisdom is essential for a mature and effective Christian life.
How does this verse relate to the concept of the bridegroom in the Bible?
In Matthew 25:2, the bridegroom represents Jesus Christ, who is returning for His bride, the church, as seen in Ephesians 5:25-33 and Revelation 19:7-9, emphasizing the importance of being prepared and faithful as we await His return.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I may be considered foolish, and how can I apply wisdom to those areas?
- How can I ensure that I am storing up 'oil' in my spiritual life, and what are some practical steps I can take to nurture my relationship with God?
- In what ways can I be more prepared and faithful as I await the return of the bridegroom, Jesus Christ?
- What does it mean to be wise in my daily interactions and decisions, and how can I reflect the wisdom of God in my life?
Gill's Exposition on Matthew 25:2
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Matthew 25:2
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Matthew 25:2
Trapp's Commentary on Matthew 25:2
Ellicott's Commentary on Matthew 25:2
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Matthew 25:2
Cambridge Bible on Matthew 25:2
Barnes' Notes on Matthew 25:2
Whedon's Commentary on Matthew 25:2
Sermons on Matthew 25:2
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Which Basket Are You In? by Erlo Stegen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of surrendering all aspects of our lives to the Lord, drawing parallels from the story of two baskets of figs in Jeremiah's vision. It highlig |
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Immersed in the Holy Spirit - Part 1 by Derek Prince | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the experiences of the Israelites in the wilderness and how they serve as examples for believers today. The presence of God was symbolized by |
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(1 Corinthians) ch.9:24-10:13 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not allowing anyone to silence us because of a salary or any other reason. He encourages believers to adapt themselves to o |
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Cheating by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being faithful to the Lord and not turning to other loves in life. He references Hosea 2:4, which speaks about God's peopl |
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(Exodus) Exodus 15:1-3 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the significance of songs in conveying stories and experiences. He specifically focuses on the song of Moses, which recounts the crossing of t |
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Remembering Your Deliverances by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about astronauts in space to illustrate the importance of remembering God's miracles. He describes how the astronauts were amazed by the |
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The Sin of Gluttony by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of gluttony and overindulgence in the context of the story of the Israelites in Numbers 11. The speaker highlights how the Israelite |






