Matthew 22:8
King James Version
6 Jun 2026
“Then saith he to his servants, The wedding is ready, but they which were bidden were not worthy.”
δοῦλος
Slave, servant, bondservant. Doulos. Paul a servant of Jesus Christ. The highest title Paul claimed was slave of Christ. Belonging completely to Jesus is the greatest freedom.
καλέω
invited
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καλέω
To call, to summon, to invite. Kaleo. Many are called but few are chosen. The call of God is universal but the response is personal. The invitation is open. Will you come.
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λέγω
he says
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λέγω
To say, to speak with authority. Jesus said and it was so. When Jesus speaks everything listens. His words carry the weight of creation behind them.
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μέν
indeed
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μέν
properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with G1161 (δέ) (this one, the former, etc.)
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τότε
Then
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τότε
the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution)
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εἰμί
is,
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εἰμί
I exist (used only when emphatic)
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ἕτοιμος
ready
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ἕτοιμος
adjusted, i.e. ready
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γάμος
wedding feast
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γάμος
nuptials
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