Matthew 4:15
Matthew 4:15 in Multiple Translations
“Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles—
The land of Zabulon, and the land of Nephthalim, by the way of the sea, beyond Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles;
The land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, Toward the sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles,
The land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, by the way of the sea, the other side of Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles,
“In the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphthali, on the road to the sea, across the Jordan River, in Galilee where the foreigners live:
The land of Zabulon, and the land of Nephthalim by the way of the sea, beyond Iordan, Galile of the Gentiles:
'Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, way of the sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the nations! —
“The land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, toward the sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles,
The land of Zabulon, and the land of Nephthalim, by the way of the sea, beyond Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles:
Land of Zabulon and land of Nephthalim, the way of the sea beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles:
“Zebulun region and Naphtali region are on the road which is near Galilee Lake and on the eastern side of the Jordan River. They are the regions in Galilee District where many non-Jews are living.
“It will happen in the country that belongs to the Zebulun tribe and the Naphtali tribe. It is beside the sea, past the Jordan River, in Galilee country, where there are a lot of people that are not Jews.
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Study Notes — Matthew 4:15
- Context
- Cross References
- Matthew 4:15 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Matthew 4:15
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Matthew 4:15
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Matthew 4:15
- Trapp's Commentary on Matthew 4:15
- Ellicott's Commentary on Matthew 4:15
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Matthew 4:15
- Cambridge Bible on Matthew 4:15
- Whedon's Commentary on Matthew 4:15
- Sermons on Matthew 4:15
Context — Jesus Begins His Ministry
15“Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles—
16the people living in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death, a light has dawned.” 17From that time on Jesus began to preach, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 9:1 | Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those in distress. In the past He humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future He will honor the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the nations: |
| 2 | 2 Kings 15:29 | In the days of Pekah king of Israel, Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria came and captured Ijon, Abel-beth-maacah, Janoah, Kedesh, Hazor, Gilead, and Galilee, including all the land of Naphtali, and he took the people as captives to Assyria. |
| 3 | Joshua 21:32 | And from the tribe of Naphtali they were given Kedesh in Galilee (a city of refuge for the manslayer), Hammoth-dor, and Kartan—three cities, together with their pasturelands. |
| 4 | Joshua 20:7 | So they set apart Kedesh in Galilee in the hill country of Naphtali, Shechem in the hill country of Ephraim, and Kiriath-arba (that is, Hebron) in the hill country of Judah. |
| 5 | 1 Kings 9:11 | King Solomon gave twenty towns in the land of Galilee to Hiram king of Tyre, who had supplied him with cedar and cypress logs and gold for his every desire. |
Matthew 4:15 Summary
[This verse is talking about a special place where Jesus would do a lot of His ministry, a place called Galilee, which is near the sea and has many non-Jewish people living there (Matthew 4:13, Isaiah 9:1-2). The region is described in a way that shows it's a crossroads of different cultures and peoples, which is important for Jesus' message of love and salvation for all people (Luke 2:32, Revelation 7:9). By quoting the prophet Isaiah, Matthew is showing us that Jesus' ministry is not just something new, but it's also the fulfillment of what God promised a long time ago, which gives us confidence in Jesus' mission and message (Matthew 1:22-23, Matthew 2:15).]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the 'Way of the Sea' in Matthew 4:15?
The 'Way of the Sea' refers to a major trade route that connected the Mediterranean Sea to the East, highlighting the region's importance in international commerce and its potential for spreading the Gospel, as seen in Isaiah 9:1-2 and Matthew 4:13-14.
Why is the region described as 'Galilee of the Gentiles'?
This phrase emphasizes that Galilee, although part of Israel, had a significant Gentile population, making it a strategic location for Jesus' ministry to both Jews and non-Jews, fulfilling prophecies like Isaiah 42:6 and Luke 2:32.
How does this verse relate to the ministry of Jesus?
Matthew 4:15 sets the stage for Jesus' ministry in Galilee, where He would preach, perform miracles, and ultimately draw people from various backgrounds to Himself, as seen in verses like Matthew 4:17 and Matthew 9:35-38.
What prophet is being quoted in Matthew 4:14-15?
The prophet being quoted is Isaiah, specifically from Isaiah 9:1-2, which prophesies about the coming Messiah and the regions He would minister in, emphasizing the fulfillment of Scripture in Jesus' life and ministry, as seen in Matthew 1:22-23 and Matthew 2:15.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for a region to be described as 'beyond the Jordan', and how might this impact the people living there?
- How might the description of Galilee as 'of the Gentiles' shape our understanding of Jesus' mission and message?
- In what ways can we see the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies in the life and ministry of Jesus, particularly in this verse?
- What are some ways that Jesus' ministry in Galilee might challenge or affirm our own understanding of ministry and evangelism?
Gill's Exposition on Matthew 4:15
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Matthew 4:15
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Matthew 4:15
Trapp's Commentary on Matthew 4:15
Ellicott's Commentary on Matthew 4:15
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Matthew 4:15
Cambridge Bible on Matthew 4:15
Whedon's Commentary on Matthew 4:15
Sermons on Matthew 4:15
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(Genesis) - Part 30 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the examples of ordinary men in the Bible who lived by the spirit of Christ without the presence of scriptures. He highlights the story of Jos |
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(The Word for Today) Isaiah 9:8 - Part 2 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the pride and arrogance of the people of Ephraim and Samaria. Despite the destruction of their buildings and trees, they boast that the |
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I Must Be About My Father's Business by G.W. North | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of living our lives based on the same principles that Jesus lived by. He encourages the audience to align their words and acti |
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(Following the Footsteps of Christ) Bethlehem by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that as wandering and lost people, we need to be drawn by someone who is wonderful. He also highlights that we are like wilderness people who |
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(February 1987) 02 - Who Is Going to Control by Ray Lowe | In this sermon, the preacher describes encountering a man on Skid Road who was homeless and suffering from exposure to the elements. The preacher reaches out to help the man, who i |
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(The Word for Today) Isaiah 9:1 - Part 1 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith teaches from Isaiah chapter 9, focusing on the theme of God's pursuit of His people. He begins by explaining how God gave warnings to the nation |
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(The Word for Today) Isaiah 8:16 - Part 3 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck discusses the consequences of turning away from God and the importance of learning from history. He emphasizes that God is merciful even in judgment an |





