And when you go into a household, greet it.
Parallel translations
- WEB As you enter into the household, greet it.
- KJV And when ye come into an house, salute it.
- BSB As you enter the home, greet its occupants.
- NASB As you enter the house, give it your greeting.
- NLT When you enter the home, give it your blessing.
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Quick answer
On entering a home the disciples are to give it a greeting of peace. This extends a genuine blessing tied to the kingdom they proclaim.
Overview
The customary Jewish greeting 'peace (shalom) to this house' was no empty formality here but carried the offer of God's peace through the gospel. The disciples bring not merely words but the blessing of the kingdom. This frames the mission as an offer of reconciliation that people may receive or refuse.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 5
- 1 Sam 25:6Tell him, ‘Long life to you! Peace be to you, and peace be to your house, and peace be to all that you have.
- Luke 10:5–6Into whatever house you enter, first say, ‘Peace be to this house.’
- 2 Cor 5:20We are therefore ambassadors on behalf of Christ, as though God were entreating by us: we beg you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.
- Acts 10:36The word which he sent to the children of Israel, preaching good news of peace by Jesus Christ — he is Lord of all —
- 3 Jn 1:14but I hope to see you soon, and we will speak face to face. Peace be to you. The friends greet you. Greet the friends by name.
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