Matthew 25:38

King James Version with Strong's Numbers

{G1161} When saw we thee a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and clothed thee?

Grammatical Analysis

Original Text

Πότε δέ σε εἴδομεν ξένον, καὶ συνηγάγομεν; ἢ γυμνόν, καὶ περιεβάλομεν;

Transliteration

When de you eidomen xenon, and synēgagomen? or gymnon, and periebalomen?

Grammar Details

*de*: postpositive particle - and/but
*eidomen*: aorist active indicative, 1st person plural - we saw
*xenon*: accusative masculine singular - stranger
*synēgagomen*: aorist active indicative, 1st person plural - we took in
*gymnon*: accusative masculine singular - naked
*periebalomen*: aorist active indicative, 1st person plural - we clothed

Word Meanings

*de*: and/but/or
*eidomen*: we saw/observed/perceived
*xenon*: stranger/foreigner/guest
*synēgagomen*: we took in/welcomed/gathered in
*gymnon*: naked/without clothing/bare
*periebalomen*: we clothed/dressed/covered

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About this Translation

King James Version with Strong's Numbers

Formal EquivalenceSource: King James VersionBest for: Original-language word studies

🎯 Translation Approach

Classic King James Version text presented with Strong's numbering to link English words to their underlying Hebrew and Greek terms. Prioritizes literal/formal correspondence while enabling original-language word study.

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Readability

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💎 Distinctive Features

Integrated Strong's numbering: Each English term is keyed to a Strong's number, enabling direct lookup of the underlying Hebrew or Greek word.
KJV text basis: Employs the classic King James Version wording known for formal equivalence and literary style.
Study-focused layout: Optimized for research and analysis, prioritizing lexical access over uninterrupted readability.
Concordance compatibility: Strong's numbers map to widely available concordances and lexicons for deeper study.

✅ Strengths

Strong linkage to original Hebrew/Greek via Strong's numbers
High concordance with source wording
Well-suited for in-depth word studies and exegesis
Widely recognized and referenced KJV text

⚠️ Considerations

Archaic language can be difficult for modern readers
Reference numbers can disrupt continuous reading
Less suitable for public or devotional reading compared to modern translations

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