Events in the Life of Jesus Christ

This is a work in progress. For each event the first section is the parallel accounts of the event from the gospels. This is followed by merged or harmony event that combines the descriptions of the event from all of the gospels together to create one description.

The events in the life of Jesus Christ in parallel. With the King James Version (KJV) and the Joseph Smith Translation (JST) next to each other and the accounts of the same or similar events from each of the four Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke and John) following one another. Text in [square brackets] contain a modern translation hard to understand words or phrases. Notes at the end of the event contain helps, quotes from the Old Testament, and related passages from modern scripture (Book of Mormon, Doctrine and Covenants, and Pearl of Great Price).

Also the events of the life of Jesus Christ in harmony. This combines the information from the various gospels both KJV and JST along with text in [square brackets] to provide a modern translation of certain words and phrases. Many people have undertaken to create a harmony of the gospels. Some only combine whole verses, however this may leave out details from other accounts that can add meaning and understanding to the event. I have chosen to combine parts of verses from the KJV and JST to include all of the detail possible while leaving the text unmodified. In some situations one gospel writer has use the present tense while another uses past tense or passive so they cannot be combined word for word. In this situation the word changes are minor to make the passage readable. There will be a button that will show in detail which words came from which gospel and which (if any) have been modified to make the passage readable.

One more note, Matthew records the Sermon on the Mount and Luke records the Sermon on the Plain. There are several points where the teachings are similar. Some people suggest both authors recorded the same event. Other people suggest that there were two different events. I tend to think there were two different events and the content was similar for two reasons. First, they had no printing press or Internet to share the sermon with others, so speaking to two different groups of people much of His teachings are going to be the same. Second, repetition is very helpful for learning, especially when there is no printed copy for people to refer in the days and weeks following the sermon. So, I have included both the Sermon on the Mount and the Sermon on the Plain as two separate events putting them chronologically in the order they appear in Matthew and Luke respectively.

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Introduction

KJV Luke 1:1-4

[1] ¶ Forasmuch as many have taken in hand to set forth in order a declaration of those things which are most surely believed among us,
[2] Even as they delivered them unto us, which from the beginning were eyewitnesses, and ministers of the word;
[3] It seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write unto thee in order, most excellent Theophilus,
[4] That thou mightest know the certainty of those things, wherein thou hast been instructed.

JST Luke 1:1-4

1:1 As I am a messenger of Jesus Christ, and knowing that many have taken in hand to set forth in order a declaration of those things which are most surely believed among us,

1:2 Even as they delivered them unto us, who from the beginning were eyewitnesses and ministers of the word,

1:3 It seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write unto thee, in order, most excellent Theophilus,

1:4 That thou mightest know the certainty of those things wherein thou hast been instructed.

KJV Mark 1:1

[1] ¶ The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God;

JST Mark 1:1

1:1 The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, as it is written in the prophets: Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way before thee.

Pre-mortal Christ

KJV John 1:18

[1] ¶ In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.

[2] The same was in the beginning with God.
[3] All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made.
[4] In him was life; and the life was the light of men.

[5] And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended^* it not.
[6] ¶ There was a man sent from God, whose name was John.
[7] The same came for a witness, to bear witness of the Light, that all men through him might believe.

[8] He was not that Light, but was sent to bear witness of that Light.
[9] That was the true Light, which lighteth every man that cometh into the world.
[10] ¶ He was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not.

[11] He came unto his own, and his own received him not.
[12] But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name:
[13] Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God.
[14] ¶ And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.
[15] ¶ John bare witness of him, and cried, saying, This was he of whom I spake, He that cometh after me is preferred before me: for he was before me.
[16] ¶ And of his fulness have all we received, and grace for grace.

[17] For the law was given by Moses, but grace and truth came by Jesus Christ.

[18] No man hath seen God at any time; the only begotten Son, which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him.

^*v5 Or understood

JST John 1:1-19

1:1 In the beginning was the gospel preached through the Son. And the gospel was the word, and the word was with the Son, and the Son was with God, and the Son was of God.

1:2 The same was in the beginning with God.

1:3 All things were made by him; and without him was not anything made which was made.

1:4 In him was the gospel, and the gospel was the life, and the life was the light of men;

1:5 And the light shineth in the world, and the world perceiveth it not.

1:6 There was a man sent from God, whose name was John.

1:7 The same came into the world for a witness, to bear witness of the light, to bear record of the gospel through the Son, unto all, that through him men might believe.

1:8 He was not that light but came to bear witness of that light,

1:9 Which was the true light, which lighteth every man who cometh into the world,

1:10 Even the Son of God--he who was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not.

1:11 He came unto his own, and his own received him not.

1:12 But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God; only to them who believe on his name.

1:13 He was born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God.

1:14 And the same word was made flesh and dwelt among us; and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the Only Begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth.

1:15 John bare witness of him and cried, saying, This is he of whom I spake. He who cometh after me is preferred before me, for he was before me.

1:16 For in the beginning was the Word, even the Son, who is made flesh and sent unto us by the will of the Father. And as many as believe on his name shall receive of his fullness. And of his fullness have all we received, even immortality and eternal life, through his grace.

1:17 For the law was given through Moses, but life and truth came through Jesus Christ.

1:18 For the law was after a carnal commandment, to the administration of death; but the gospel was after the power of an endless life through Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son, who is in the bosom of the Father.

1:19 And no man hath seen God at any time, except he hath borne record of the Son; for except it is through him, no man can be saved.

D&C 93:6-18, 26

Genealogies

KJV Matt 1:1-17

[1] ¶ The book of the generation of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham.
[2] ¶ Abraham begat Isaac; and Isaac begat Jacob; and Jacob begat Judas and his brethren;
[3] And Judas begat Phares and Zara of Thamar; and Phares begat Esrom; and Esrom begat Aram;
[4] And Aram begat Aminadab; and Aminadab begat Naasson; and Naasson begat Salmon;
[5] And Salmon begat Booz of Rachab; and Booz begat Obed of Ruth; and Obed begat Jesse;
[6] And Jesse begat David the king; and David the king begat Solomon of her that had been the wife of Urias;
[7] And Solomon begat Roboam; and Roboam begat Abia; and Abia begat Asa;
[8] And Asa begat Josaphat; and Josaphat begat Joram; and Joram begat Ozias;
[9] And Ozias begat Joatham; and Joatham begat Achaz; and Achaz begat Ezekias;
[10] And Ezekias begat Manasses; and Manasses begat Amon; and Amon begat Josias;
[11] And Josias begat Jechonias and his brethren, about the time they were carried away to Babylon:
[12] ¶ And after they were brought to Babylon, Jechonias begat Salathiel; and Salathiel begat Zorobabel;
[13] And Zorobabel begat Abiud; and Abiud begat Eliakim; and Eliakim begat Azor;
[14] And Azor begat Sadoc; and Sadoc begat Achim; and Achim begat Eliud;
[15] And Eliud begat Eleazar; and Eleazar begat Matthan; and Matthan begat Jacob;
[16] And Jacob begat Joseph the husband of Mary, of whom was born Jesus, who is called Christ.
[17] ¶ So all the generations from Abraham to David are fourteen generations; and from David until the carrying away into Babylon are fourteen generations; and from the carrying away into Babylon unto Christ are fourteen generations.

JST Matt 1:1-5

1:1 The book of the generation of Jesus Christ, the Son of David, the son of Abraham.

1:2 Abraham begat Isaac; and Isaac begat Jacob; and Jacob begat Judas and his brethren; and Judas begat Phares and Zara of Thamar; and Phares begat Esrom; and Esrom begat Aram; and Aram begat Aminadab; and Aminadab begat Naason; and Naason begat Salmon; and Salmon begat Booz of Rachab; and Booz begat Obed of Ruth; and Obed begat Jesse; and Jesse begat David the king.

1:3 And David the king begat Solomon of her whom David had taken of Urias; and Solomon begat Roboam; and Roboam begat Abia; and Abia begat Asa; and Asa begat Josaphat; and Josaphat begat Joram; and Joram begat Ozias; and Ozias begat Joatham; and Joatham begat Achaz; and Achaz begat Ezekias; and Ezekias begat Manasses; and Manasses begat Amon; and Amon begat Josias; and Josias begat Jechonias and his brethren, about the time they were carried away to Babylon.

1:4 And after they were brought to Babylon, Jechonias begat Salathiel; and Salathiel begat Zorobable; and Zorobable begat Abiud; and Abiud begat Eliakim; and Eliakim begat Azor; and Azor begat Sadoc; and Sadoc begat Achim; and Achim begat Eliud; and Eliud begat Eleazar; and Eleazar begat Matthan; and Matthan begat Jacob; and Jacob begat Joseph, the husband of Mary, of whom was born Jesus, as the prophets have written, who is called Christ.

1:5 So all the generations from Abraham to David were fourteen generations; and from David until the carrying away into Babylon were fourteen generations; and from the carrying away into Babylon until Christ were fourteen generations.

KJV Luke 3:23-38

[23] ¶ And Jesus himself began to be about thirty years of age, being (as was supposed) the son of Joseph, which was the son of Heli,
[24] Which was the son of Matthat, which was the son of Levi, which was the son of Melchi, which was the son of Janna, which was the son of Joseph,
[25] Which was the son of Mattathias, which was the son of Amos, which was the son of Naum, which was the son of Esli, which was the son of Nagge,
[26] Which was the son of Maath, which was the son of Mattathias, which was the son of Semei, which was the son of Joseph, which was the son of Juda,
[27] Which was the son of Joanna, which was the son of Rhesa, which was the son of Zorobabel, which was the son of Salathiel, which was the son of Neri,
[28] Which was the son of Melchi, which was the son of Addi, which was the son of Cosam, which was the son of Elmodam, which was the son of Er,
[29] Which was the son of Jose, which was the son of Eliezer, which was the son of Jorim, which was the son of Matthat, which was the son of Levi,
[30] Which was the son of Simeon, which was the son of Juda, which was the son of Joseph, which was the son of Jonan, which was the son of Eliakim,
[31] Which was the son of Melea, which was the son of Menan, which was the son of Mattatha, which was the son of Nathan, which was the son of David,
[32] Which was the son of Jesse, which was the son of Obed, which was the son of Booz, which was the son of Salmon, which was the son of Naasson,
[33] Which was the son of Aminadab, which was the son of Aram, which was the son of Esrom, which was the son of Phares, which was the son of Juda,
[34] Which was the son of Jacob, which was the son of Isaac, which was the son of Abraham, which was the son of Thara, which was the son of Nachor,
[35] Which was the son of Saruch, which was the son of Ragau, which was the son of Phalec, which was the son of Heber, which was the son of Sala,
[36] Which was the son of Cainan, which was the son of Arphaxad, which was the son of Sem, which was the son of Noe, which was the son of Lamech,
[37] Which was the son of Mathusala, which was the son of Enoch, which was the son of Jared, which was the son of Maleleel, which was the son of Cainan,
[38] Which was the son of Enos, which was the son of Seth, which was the son of Adam, which was the son of God.

JST Luke 3:30-45

3:30 And Jesus himself began to be about thirty years of age, having lived with his father, being, as was supposed of the world, the son of Joseph, who was from the loins of Heli,

3:31 Who was from the loins of Matthat, who was the son of Levi, who was a descendant of Melchi, and of Janna, and of Joseph,

3:32 And of Mattathias, and of Amos, and of Naum, and of Esli, and of Nagge,

3:33 And of Maath, and of Mattathias, and of Semei, and of Joseph, and of Juda,

3:34 And of Joanna, and of Resa, and of Zorobabel, and of Salathiel, who was the son of Neri,

3:35 Who was a descendant of Melchi, and of Addi, and of Cosam, and of Elmodam, and of Er,

3:36 And of Jose, and of Eliezer, and of Joram, and of Matthat, and of Levi,

3:37 And of Simeon, and of Juda, and of Joseph, and of Jonan, and of Eliakim,

3:38 And of Melea, and of Menan, and of Mattatha, and of Nathan, and of David,

3:39 And of Jesse, and of Obed, and of Booz, and of Salmon, and of Naasson,

3:40 And of Aminadab, and of Aram, and of Esrom, and of Phares, and of Juda,

3:41 And of Jacob, and of Isaac, and of Abraham, and of Thara, and of Nachor,

3:42 And of Saruch, and of Ragau, and of Phalec, and of Heber, and of Sala,

3:43 And of Cainan, and of Arphaxad, and of Shem, and of Noah, and of Lamech,

3:44 And of Mathusala, and of Enoch, and of Jared, and of Maleleel, and of Cainan,

3:45 And of Enos, and of Seth, and of Adam, who was formed of God, and the first man upon the earth.

See Gen 5:1-32 Gen 11:10-26 Ruth 4:18-22 1 Chr 1:1-4, 24-27, 34 1 Chr 2:1-15

Note: Some have suggested that one was the lineage of Joseph and the other the lineage of Mary. Others have suggested that one is Joseph's customary legal lineage while the other is Joseph's biological blood lineage. Levirate marriage (where the brother of a deceased man is obliged to marry his widowed sister-in-law), allows an individual (such as Joseph) to have two legal fathers.

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The Birth of John the Baptist Foretold

KJV Luke 1:5-22

[5] ¶ There was in the days of Herod, the king of Judaea, a certain priest named Zacharias, of the course of Abia: and his wife was of the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elisabeth.
[6] And they were both righteous before God, walking in all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord blameless.
[7] And they had no child, because that Elisabeth was barren, and they both were now well stricken in years.
[8] ¶ And it came to pass, that while he executed the priest's office before God in the order of his course,
[9] According to the custom of the priest's office, his lot was to burn incense when he went into the temple of the Lord.
[10] And the whole multitude of the people were praying without at the time of incense.
[11] And there appeared unto him an angel of the Lord standing on the right side of the altar of incense.
[12] And when Zacharias saw him, he was troubled, and fear fell upon him.
[13] ¶ But the angel said unto him, Fear not, Zacharias: for thy prayer is heard; and thy wife Elisabeth shall bear thee a son, and thou shalt call his name John.
[14] And thou shalt have joy and gladness; and many shall rejoice at his birth.
[15] For he shall be great in the sight of the Lord, and shall drink neither wine nor strong drink; and he shall be filled with the Holy Ghost, even from his mother's womb.
[16] And many of the children of Israel shall he turn to the Lord their God.
[17] And he shall go before him in the spirit and power of Elias, to turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the disobedient to the wisdom of the just; to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.
[18] ¶ And Zacharias said unto the angel, Whereby shall I know this? for I am an old man, and my wife well stricken in years.
[19] ¶ And the angel answering said unto him, I am Gabriel, that stand in the presence of God; and am sent to speak unto thee, and to shew thee these glad tidings.
[20] And, behold, thou shalt be dumb, and not able to speak, until the day that these things shall be performed, because thou believest not my words, which shall be fulfilled in their season.
[21] ¶ And the people waited for Zacharias, and marvelled that he tarried so long in the temple.
[22] And when he came out, he could not speak unto them: and they perceived that he had seen a vision in the temple: for he beckoned unto them, and remained speechless.

JST Luke 1:5-23

1:5 There was in the days of Herod, king of Judea, a certain priest named Zacharias, of the course of Abia, and his wife, being of the daughters of Aaron, and her name Elizabeth,

1:6 Were both righteous before God, walking in all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord, blameless;

1:7 And they had no child. Elizabeth was barren, and they were both well stricken in years.

1:8 And while he executed the priest's office before God, in the order of his priesthood,

1:9 According to the law (his lot was to burn incense when he went into the temple of the Lord),

1:10 The whole multitude of the people were praying without at the time of incense.

1:11 And there appeared unto him an angel of the Lord, standing on the right side of the altar of incense.

1:12 And when Zacharias saw the angel, he was troubled; and fear fell upon him.

1:13 But the angel said unto him, Fear not, Zacharias, for thy prayer is heard; and thy wife Elizabeth shall bear thee a son, and thou shalt call his name John.

1:14 Thou shalt have joy and gladness, and many shall rejoice at his birth;

1:15 For he shall be great in the sight of the Lord and shall drink neither wine nor strong drink; and he shall be filled with the Holy Ghost, even from his mother's womb.

1:16 And many of the children of Israel shall he turn to the Lord, their God;

1:17 And he shall go before the Lord in the spirit and power of Elias, to turn the hearts of the fathers to the children and the disobedient to the wisdom of the just, to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.

1:18 And Zacharias said unto the angel, Whereby shall I know this? For I am an old man, and my wife is well stricken in years.

1:19 And the angel, answering, said unto him, I am Gabriel, who stand in the presence of God, and am sent to speak unto thee and to show thee these glad tidings.

1:20 And behold, thou shalt be dumb and not able to speak until the day that these things shall be performed, because thou believedst not my words which shall be fulfilled in their season.

1:21 And the people waited for Zacharias and marveled that he tarried so long in the temple.

1:22 And when he came out, he could not speak unto them; and they perceived that he had seen a vision in the temple; for he beckoned unto them and remained speechless.

D&C 27:7-8

Elisabeth’s Seclusion

KJV Luke 1:23-25

[23] ¶ And it came to pass, that, as soon as the days of his ministration were accomplished, he departed to his own house.
[24] And after those days his wife Elisabeth conceived, and hid herself five months, saying,
[25] Thus hath the Lord dealt with me in the days wherein he looked on me, to take away my reproach among men.

JST Luke 1:23-25

1:23 And as soon as the days of his ministration were accomplished, he departed to his own house.

1:24 And after those days, his wife Elizabeth conceived and hid herself five months, saying,

1:25 Thus hath the Lord dealt with me in the days wherein he looked on me, to take away my reproach from among men.

Mary told of Jesus's Birth

KJV Luke 1:26-38

[26] ¶ And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth,
[27] To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin's name was Mary.
[28] And the angel came in unto her, and said, Hail, thou that art highly favoured, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women.
[29] ¶ And when she saw him, she was troubled at his saying, and cast in her mind what manner of salutation this should be.
[30] And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God.
[31] And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS.
[32] He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Highest: and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David:
[33] And he shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there shall be no end.
[34] ¶ Then said Mary unto the angel, How shall this be, seeing I know not a man?
[35] ¶ And the angel answered and said unto her, The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee: therefore also that holy thing which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God.
[36] And, behold, thy cousin Elisabeth, she hath also conceived a son in her old age: and this is the sixth month with her, who was called barren.
[37] For with God nothing shall be impossible.
[38] ¶ And Mary said, Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word. And the angel departed from her.

JST Luke 1:26-38

1:26 And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth,

1:27 To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin's name was Mary.

1:28 And the angel came in unto her and said, Hail, thou virgin, who art highly favored of the Lord. The Lord is with thee, for thou art chosen and blessed among women.

1:29 And when she saw the angel, she was troubled at his saying and pondered in her mind what manner of salutation this should be.

1:30 And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found favor with God.

1:31 And behold, thou shalt conceive, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name Jesus.

1:32 He shall be great and shall be called the Son of the Highest; and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David;

1:33 And he shall reign over the house of Jacob forever; and of his kingdom there shall be no end.

1:34 Then said Mary unto the angel, How can this be?

1:35 And the angel answered and said unto her, Of the Holy Ghost and the power of the Highest. Therefore, also, that holy child that shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God.

1:36 And behold, thy cousin Elizabeth, she hath also conceived a son in her old age; and this is the sixth month with her who is called barren.

1:37 For with God nothing can be impossible.

1:38 And Mary said, Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word. And the angel departed from her.

Alma 7:10-13

Mary visits Elisabeth

KJV Luke 1:39-56

[39] ¶ And Mary arose in those days, and went into the hill country with haste, into a city of Juda;
[40] And entered into the house of Zacharias, and saluted Elisabeth.
[41] And it came to pass, that, when Elisabeth heard the salutation of Mary, the babe leaped in her womb; and Elisabeth was filled with the Holy Ghost:
[42] And she spake out with a loud voice, and said, Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.
[43] And whence is this to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me?
[44] For, lo, as soon as the voice of thy salutation sounded in mine ears, the babe leaped in my womb for joy.
[45] And blessed is she that believed: for there shall be a performance of those things which were told her from the Lord.
[46] ¶ And Mary said, My soul doth magnify the Lord,
[47] And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.
[48] For he hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed.
[49] For he that is mighty hath done to me great things; and holy is his name.
[50] And his mercy is on them that fear him from generation to generation.
[51] He hath shewed strength with his arm; he hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts.
[52] He hath put down the mighty from their seats, and exalted them of low degree.
[53] He hath filled the hungry with good things; and the rich he hath sent empty away.
[54] He hath holpen his servant Israel, in remembrance of his mercy;
[55] As he spake to our fathers, to Abraham, and to his seed for ever.
[56] ¶ And Mary abode with her about three months, and returned to her own house.

JST Luke 1:39-55

1:39 And in those days, Mary went into the hill country with haste, into a city of Judea,

1:40 And entered into the house of Zacharias, and saluted Elizabeth.

1:41 And it came to pass that when Elizabeth heard the salutation of Mary, the babe leaped in her womb.

1:42 And Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Ghost, and she spake out with a loud voice and said, Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.

1:43 And why is it that this blessing is upon me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? For lo, as soon as the voice of thy salutation sounded in mine ears, the babe leaped in my womb for joy.

1:44 And blessed art thou who believed, for those things which were told thee by the angel of the Lord shall be fulfilled.

1:45 And Mary said, My soul doth magnify the Lord,

1:46 And my spirit rejoiceth in God my Savior.

1:47 For he hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden; for behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed.

1:48 For he who is mighty hath done to me great things; and I will magnify his holy name,

1:49 For his mercy on those who fear him from generation to generation.

1:50 He hath showed strength with his arm; he hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts.

1:51 He hath put down the mighty from their high seats and exalted them of low degree.

1:52 He hath filled the hungry with good things; but the rich he hath sent empty away.

1:53 He hath helped his servant Israel in remembrance of mercy,

1:54 As he spake to our fathers, to Abraham, and to his seed forever.

1:55 And Mary abode with Elizabeth about three months and returned to her own house.

Birth of John the Baptist

KJV Luke 1:57-66

[57] ¶ Now Elisabeth's full time came that she should be delivered; and she brought forth a son.
[58] And her neighbours and her cousins heard how the Lord had shewed great mercy upon her; and they rejoiced with her.
[59] ¶ And it came to pass, that on the eighth day they came to circumcise the child; and they called him Zacharias, after the name of his father.
[60] And his mother answered and said, Not so; but he shall be called John.
[61] ¶ And they said unto her, There is none of thy kindred that is called by this name.
[62] And they made signs to his father, how he would have him called.
[63] ¶ And he asked for a writing table, and wrote, saying, His name is John. And they marvelled all.
[64] And his mouth was opened immediately, and his tongue loosed, and he spake, and praised God.
[65] And fear came on all that dwelt round about them: and all these sayings were noised abroad throughout all the hill country of Judaea.
[66] And all they that heard them laid them up in their hearts, saying, What manner of child shall this be! And the hand of the Lord was with him.

JST Luke 1:56-65

1:56 And now Elizabeth's full time came that she should be delivered; and she brought forth a son.

1:57 And her neighbors and her cousins heard how the Lord had showed great mercy unto her; and they rejoiced with her.

1:58 And it came to pass that on the eighth day they came to circumcise the child; and they called him Zacharias, after the name of his father.

1:59 And his mother answered and said, Not so; but he shall be called John.

1:60 And they said unto her, There is none of thy kindred that is called by this name.

1:61 And they made signs to his father and asked him how he would have him called.

1:62 And he asked for a writing table and wrote, saying, His name is John, and they all marveled.

1:63 And his mouth was opened immediately, and he spake with his tongue and praised God.

1:64 And fear came on all who dwelt round about them. And all these sayings were noised abroad throughout all the hill country of Judea.

1:65 And all they who heard them laid them up in their hearts, saying, What manner of child shall this be? And the hand of the Lord was with him.

Zacharias's Prophecy

KJV Luke 1:67-80

[67] ¶ And his father Zacharias was filled with the Holy Ghost, and prophesied, saying,
[68] Blessed be the Lord God of Israel; for he hath visited and redeemed his people,
[69] And hath raised up an horn^* of salvation for us in the house of his servant David;
[70] As he spake by the mouth of his holy prophets, which have been since the world began:
[71] That we should be saved from our enemies, and from the hand of all that hate us;
[72] To perform the mercy promised to our fathers, and to remember his holy covenant;
[73] The oath which he sware to our father Abraham,
[74] That he would grant unto us, that we being delivered out of the hand of our enemies might serve him without fear,
[75] In holiness and righteousness before him, all the days of our life.
[76] And thou, child, shalt be called the prophet of the Highest: for thou shalt go before the face of the Lord to prepare his ways;
[77] To give knowledge of salvation unto his people by the remission of their sins,
[78] Through the tender mercy of our God; whereby the dayspring from on high hath visited us,
[79] To give light to them that sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace.
[80] ¶ And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, and was in the deserts till the day of his shewing unto Israel.

^*v69 NIV: "Horn here symbolizes a strong king."

JST Luke 1:66-79

1:66 And his father Zacharias was filled with the Holy Ghost and prophesied, saying,

1:67 Blessed be the Lord God of Israel; for he hath visited and redeemed his people,

1:68 And hath raised up a horn of salvation for us, in the house of his servant David,

1:69 As he spake by the mouth of his holy prophets, ever since the world began,

1:70 That we should be saved from our enemies and from the hand of all those who hate us,

1:71 To perform the mercy promised to our fathers and to remember his holy covenant,

1:72 The oath which he sware to our father Abraham,

1:73 That he would grant unto us, that we, being delivered out of the hand of our enemies, might serve him without fear,

1:74 In holiness and righteousness before him, all the days of our lives.

1:75 And thou, child, shalt be called the prophet of the Highest, for thou shalt go before the face of the Lord to prepare his ways,

1:76 To give knowledge of salvation unto his people, by baptism for the remission of their sins,

1:77 Through the tender mercy of our God; whereby the dayspring from on high hath visited us,

1:78 To give light to them who sit in darkness and the shadow of death; to guide our feet into the way of peace.

1:79 And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, and was in the deserts until the day of his showing unto Israel.

D&C 84:27-28

Joseph told of Jesus's Birth

KJV Matt 1:18-25

[18] ¶ Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.
[19] Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not willing to make her a publick example, was minded to put her away privily.
[20] But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost.
[21] And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins.
[22] ¶ Now all this was done, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying,
[23] Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel^*, which being interpreted is, God with us.
[24] ¶ Then Joseph being raised from sleep did as the angel of the Lord had bidden him, and took unto him his wife:
[25] And knew her not till she had brought forth her firstborn son: and he called his name JESUS.

^*v23 Isa 7:14

JST Matt 2:1-8

2:1 Now, as it is written, the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise. After his mother, Mary, was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.

2:2 Then Joseph, her husband, being a just man and not willing to make her a public example, was minded to put her away privily.

2:3 But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a vision, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife; for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost.

2:4 And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus; for he shall save his people from their sins.

2:5 Now this took place that all things might be fulfilled which were spoken of the Lord by the prophets, saying,

2:6 Behold, a virgin shall be with child and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel (which, being interpreted, is God with us).

2:7 Then Joseph, awaking out of his vision, did as the angel of the Lord had bidden him, and took unto him his wife,

2:8 And knew her not until she had brought forth her firstborn son; and they called his name Jesus.

Isa 7:14

Joseph and Mary go to Bethlehem

KJV Luke 2:1-5

[1] ¶ And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed.
[2] (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)
[3] And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.
[4] ¶ And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)
[5] To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.

JST Luke 2:1-5

2:1 And it came to pass in those days that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all his empire should be taxed.

2:2 This same taxing was when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.

2:3 And all went to be taxed, everyone in his own city.

2:4 And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem (because he was of the house and lineage of David),

2:5 To be taxed, with Mary, his espoused wife, she being great with child.

Birth of Jesus

KJV Luke 2:6-7

[6] And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.
[7] And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.

JST Luke 2:6-7

2:6 And so it was, that while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.

2:7 And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger because there was none to give room for them in the inns.

1 Ne 11:18-20

Mosiah 3:5-8

Alma 7:10

Hel 14:2-8

3 Ne 1:4-22

Shepherds told of the Savior's Birth

KJV Luke 2:8-20

[8] ¶ And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.
[9] And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.
[10] And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.
[11] For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.
[12] And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
[13] ¶ And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,
[14] Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
[15] ¶ And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us.
[16] And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.
[17] And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.
[18] And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds.
[19] But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.
[20] And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them.

JST Luke 2:8-20

2:8 And there were in the same country, shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flocks by night.

2:9 And lo, an angel of the Lord appeared unto them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them; and they were sore afraid.

2:10 But the angel said unto them, Fear not, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.

2:11 For unto you is born this day, in the city of David, a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.

2:12 And this is the way you shall find the babe: he is wrapped in swaddling clothes and is lying in a manger.

2:13 And suddenly there was with the angel, a multitude of the heavenly host, praising God and saying,

2:14 Glory to God in the highest; and on earth, peace, goodwill to men.

2:15 And it came to pass, when the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go, even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord has made known unto us.

2:16 And they came with haste, and found Mary and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.

2:17 And when they had seen, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.

2:18 All they who heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds;

2:19 But Mary kept all these things and pondered them in her heart.

2:20 And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things which they had heard and seen, as they were manifested unto them.

Naming of Jesus

KJV Matt 1:25

[25] And knew her not till she had brought forth her firstborn son: and he called his name JESUS.

JST Matt 2:8

2:8 And knew her not until she had brought forth her firstborn son; and they called his name Jesus.

KJV Luke 2:21

[21] ¶ And when eight days were accomplished for the circumcising of the child, his name was called JESUS, which was so named of the angel before he was conceived in the womb.

JST Luke 2:21

2:21 And when eight days were accomplished for the circumcising of the child, his name was called Jesus, which was so named of the angel before he was conceived.

2 Ne 25:19

Mosiah 3:8

Helaman 14:12

Moses 6:52

Jesus presented in the Temple

KJV Luke 2:22-38

[22] ¶ And when the days of her purification according to the law of Moses were accomplished, they brought him to Jerusalem, to present him to the Lord;
[23] (As it is written in the law of the Lord^*, Every male that openeth the womb shall be called holy to the Lord;)
[24] And to offer a sacrifice according to that which is said in the law of the Lord^*, A pair of turtledoves, or two young pigeons.
[25] ¶ And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him.
[26] And it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord's Christ.
[27] And he came by the Spirit into the temple: and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him after the custom of the law,
[28] Then took he him up in his arms, and blessed God, and said,
[29] Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word:
[30] For mine eyes have seen thy salvation,
[31] Which thou hast prepared before the face of all people;
[32] A light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel.
[33] ¶ And Joseph and his mother marvelled at those things which were spoken of him.
[34] And Simeon blessed them, and said unto Mary his mother, Behold, this child is set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel; and for a sign which shall be spoken against;
[35] (Yea, a sword shall pierce through thy own soul also,) that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.
[36] ¶ And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser: she was of a great age, and had lived with an husband seven years from her virginity;
[37] And she was a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day.
[38] And she coming in that instant gave thanks likewise unto the Lord, and spake of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem.

^*v23 Ex 13:2, 12; v24 Lev 12:8

JST Luke 2:22-38

2:22 And when the days of her purification, according to the law of Moses, were accomplished, they brought him to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord,

2:23 (As it is written in the law of the Lord, Every male which openeth the womb shall be called holy to the Lord),

2:24 And to offer a sacrifice according to that which is written in the law of the Lord, a pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons.

2:25 And behold, there was a man at Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel; and the Holy Ghost was upon him.

2:26 And it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost that he should not see death before he had seen the Lord's Christ.

2:27 And he came by the Spirit into the temple; and when the parents brought in the child, even Jesus, to do for him after the custom of the law,

2:28 Then took he him up in his arms, and blessed God, and said,

2:29 Lord, now lettest thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word.

2:30 For mine eyes have seen thy salvation,

2:31 Which thou hast prepared before the face of all people,

2:32 A light to lighten the Gentiles and the glory of thy people Israel.

2:33 And Joseph and Mary marveled at those things which were spoken of the child.

2:34 And Simeon blessed them and said unto Mary, Behold, this child is set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel and for a sign which shall be spoken against;

2:35 Yea, a spear shall pierce through him to the wounding of thine own soul also, that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.

2:36 And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel of the tribe of Asher. She was of great age and had lived with a husband only seven years, whom she married in her youth.

2:37 And she lived a widow about fourscore and four years, who departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day.

2:38 And she, coming in that instant, gave thanks likewise unto the Lord and spake of him to all those who looked for redemption in Jerusalem.

Ex 13:2, 12
Lev 12:8

Visit of the Wise Men

KJV Matt 2:1-12

[1] ¶ Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem,
[2] Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him.
[3] ¶ When Herod the king had heard these things, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him.
[4] And when he had gathered all the chief priests and scribes of the people together, he demanded of them where Christ should be born.
[5] ¶ And they said unto him, In Bethlehem of Judaea: for thus it is written by the prophet,
[6] And thou Bethlehem, in the land of Juda, art not the least among the princes of Juda: for out of thee shall come a Governor, that shall rule my people Israel^*.
[7] ¶ Then Herod, when he had privily called the wise men, inquired of them diligently what time the star appeared.
[8] And he sent them to Bethlehem, and said, Go and search diligently for the young child; and when ye have found him, bring me word again, that I may come and worship him also.
[9] ¶ When they had heard the king, they departed; and, lo, the star, which they saw in the east, went before them, till it came and stood over where the young child was.
[10] When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy.
[11] And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh.
[12] ¶ And being warned of God in a dream that they should not return to Herod, they departed into their own country another way.

^*v6 Micah 5:2, 4

JST Matt 3:1-12

3:1 Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem,

3:2 Saying, Where is the child that is born, the Messiah of the Jews? For we have seen his star in the east and have come to worship him.

3:3 When Herod the king had heard of the child, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him.

3:4 And when he had gathered all the chief priests and scribes of the people together, he demanded of them, saying, Where is the place that is written of by the prophets, in which Christ should be born? For he greatly feared, yet he believed not the prophets.

3:5 And they said unto him, It is written by the prophets that he should be born in Bethlehem of Judea, for thus have they said,

3:6 The word of the Lord came unto us, saying, And thou Bethlehem, which lieth in the land of Judea, in thee shall be born a prince, which art not the least among the princes of Judea; for out of thee shall come the Messiah, who shall save my people Israel.

3:7 Then Herod, when he had called the wise men privily, inquired of them diligently at what time the star appeared.

3:8 And he sent them to Bethlehem and said, Go and search diligently for the young child; and when ye have found the child, bring me word again, that I may come and worship him also.

3:9 When they had heard the king, they departed; and lo, the star which they saw in the east went before them until it came and stood over where the young child was.

3:10 When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy.

3:11 And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child, with Mary his mother, and fell down and worshiped him. And when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts: gold, and frankincense, and myrrh.

3:12 And being warned of God in a dream that they should not return to Herod, they departed into their own country another way.

Micah 5:2, 4

Flight to Egypt

KJV Matt 2:13-15

[13] ¶ And when they were departed, behold, the angel of the Lord appeareth to Joseph in a dream, saying, Arise, and take the young child and his mother, and flee into Egypt, and be thou there until I bring thee word: for Herod will seek the young child to destroy him.
[14] ¶ When he arose, he took the young child and his mother by night, and departed into Egypt:
[15] And was there until the death of Herod: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, Out of Egypt have I called my son^*.

^*v15 Hosea 11:1

JST Matt 3:13-15

3:13 And when they were departed, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a vision, saying, Arise, and take the young child and his mother, and flee into Egypt, and tarry thou there until I bring thee word; for Herod will seek the young child to destroy him.

3:14 And then he arose, and took the young child and the child's mother by night, and departed into Egypt,

3:15 And was there until the death of Herod, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, Out of Egypt have I called my Son.

Hosea 11:1

Herod kills children 2 years old and under

KJV Matt 2:16-18

[16] ¶ Then Herod, when he saw that he was mocked of the wise men, was exceeding wroth, and sent forth, and slew all the children that were in Bethlehem, and in all the coasts [vicinity] thereof, from two years old and under, according to the time which he had diligently inquired of the wise men.
[17] Then was fulfilled that which was spoken by Jeremy the prophet, saying,
[18] In Rama was there a voice heard, lamentation, and weeping, and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children, and would not be comforted, because they are not^*.

^*v18 Jer 31:15

JST Matt 3:16-18

3:16 Then Herod, when he saw that he was mocked of the wise men, was exceeding wroth, and sent forth, and slew all the children that were in Bethlehem and all the coasts thereof, from two years old and under, according to the time which he had diligently inquired of the wise men.

3:17 Then was fulfilled that which was spoken by Jeremiah the prophet, saying,

3:18 In Ramah there was a voice heard: lamentation, and weeping, and great mourning--Rachael weeping for the loss of her children, and would not be comforted because they were not.

Jer 31:15

Return to Nazareth

KJV Matt 2:19-23

[19] ¶ But when Herod was dead, behold, an angel of the Lord appeareth in a dream to Joseph in Egypt,
[20] Saying, Arise, and take the young child and his mother, and go into the land of Israel: for they are dead which sought the young child's life.
[21] And he arose, and took the young child and his mother, and came into the land of Israel.
[22] ¶ But when he heard that Archelaus did reign in Judaea in the room of his father Herod, he was afraid to go thither: notwithstanding, being warned of God in a dream, he turned aside into the parts of Galilee:
[23] And he came and dwelt in a city called Nazareth: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophets, He shall be called a Nazarene.

JST Matt 3:19-24

3:19 But when Herod was dead, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared in a vision to Joseph in Egypt,

3:20 Saying, Arise, and take the young child and his mother, and go into the land of Israel; for they are dead who sought the young child's life.

3:21 And he arose, and took the young child and his mother, and came into the land of Israel.

3:22 But when he heard that Archelaus did reign in Judea in the stead of his father Herod, he was afraid to go thither; but, notwithstanding, being warned of God in a vision, he went into the eastern part of Galilee;

3:23 And he came and dwelt in a city called Nazareth, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophets, He shall be called a Nazarene.

KJV Luke 2:39-40

[39] ¶ And when they had performed all things according to the law of the Lord, they returned into Galilee, to their own city Nazareth.
[40] And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him.

JST Luke 2:39-40

2:39 And when they had performed all things according to the law of the Lord, they returned into Galilee to their own city, Nazareth.

2:40 And the child grew and waxed strong in spirit, being filled with wisdom; and the grace of God was upon him.

Visit to the Temple for Passover

KJV Luke 2:41-50

[41] ¶ Now his parents went to Jerusalem every year at the feast of the passover.
[42] And when he was twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem after the custom of the feast.
[43] And when they had fulfilled the days, as they returned, the child Jesus tarried behind in Jerusalem; and Joseph and his mother knew not of it.
[44] But they, supposing him to have been in the company, went a day's journey; and they sought him among their kinsfolk and acquaintance.
[45] And when they found him not, they turned back again to Jerusalem, seeking him.
[46] And it came to pass, that after three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the doctors, both hearing them, and asking them questions.
[47] And all that heard him were astonished at his understanding and answers.
[48] And when they saw him, they were amazed: and his mother said unto him, Son, why hast thou thus dealt with us? behold, thy father and I have sought thee sorrowing.
[49] ¶ And he said unto them, How is it that ye sought me? wist ye not that I must be about my Father's business?
[50] And they understood not the saying which he spake unto them.

JST Luke 2:41-50

2:41 Now his parents went to Jerusalem every year at the feast of the passover.

2:42 And when he was twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem, after the custom, to the feast.

2:43 And when they had fulfilled the days, as they returned, the child Jesus tarried behind in Jerusalem; and Joseph and his mother knew not that he tarried;

2:44 But they, supposing him to have been in the company, went a day's journey; and they sought him among his kindred and acquaintance.

2:45 And when they found him not, they turned back again to Jerusalem, seeking him.

2:46 And it came to pass after three days, they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the doctors; and they were hearing him and asking him questions.

2:47 And all who heard him were astonished at his understanding and answers.

2:48 And when his parents saw him, they were amazed; and his mother said unto him, Son, why hast thou thus dealt with us? Behold, thy father and I have sought thee, sorrowing.

2:49 And he said unto them, Why is it that ye sought me? Know ye not that I must be about my Father's business?

2:50 And they understood not the saying which he spake unto them.

After the visit to the Temple

KJV Luke 2:51-52

[51] ¶ And he went down with them, and came to Nazareth, and was subject unto them: but his mother kept all these sayings in her heart.
[52] And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man.

JST Luke 2:51-52

2:51 And he went down with them, and came to Nazareth, and was subject unto them. And his mother kept all these sayings in her heart.

2:52 And Jesus increased in wisdom, and stature, and in favor with God and man.

JST Matt 3:24-26

3:24 And it came to pass that Jesus grew up with his brethren, and waxed strong, and waited upon the Lord for the time of his ministry to come.

3:25 And he served under his father, and he spake not as other men, neither could he be taught; for he needed not that any man should teach him.

3:26 And after many years, the hour of his ministry drew nigh.

John's Ministry; Jesus's Ministry in Galilee expand

John the Baptist Fulfills Prophecy

KJV Matt 3:1-3

[1] ¶ In those days came John the Baptist, preaching in the wilderness of Judaea,
[2] And saying, Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.
[3] For this is he that was spoken of by the prophet Esaias, saying, The voice of one crying in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make his paths straight^*.

^*v3 Isa 40:3

JST Matt 3:27-29

3:27 And in those days came John the Baptist, preaching in the wilderness of Judea,

3:28 And saying, Repent ye, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.

3:29 For I am he who was spoken of by the prophet Esaias, saying, The voice of one crying in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the Lord and make his paths straight.

KJV Mark 1:2-3

[2] As it is written in the prophets, Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way before thee.^*
[3] The voice of one crying in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make his paths straight^*.

^*v2 Mal 3:1; v3 Isa 40:3

JST Mark 1:1-2

1:1 The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, as it is written in the prophets: Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way before thee.

1:2 The voice of one crying in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the Lord; make his paths straight.

KJV Luke 3:1-6

[1] ¶ Now in the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar, Pontius Pilate being governor of Judaea, and Herod being tetrarch of Galilee, and his brother Philip tetrarch of Ituraea and of the region of Trachonitis, and Lysanias the tetrarch of Abilene,
[2] Annas and Caiaphas being the high priests, the word of God came unto John the son of Zacharias in the wilderness.
[3] And he came into all the country about Jordan, preaching the baptism of repentance for the remission of sins;
[4] As it is written in the book of the words of Esaias the prophet, saying, The voice of one crying in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make his paths straight.
[5] Every valley shall be filled, and every mountain and hill shall be brought low; and the crooked shall be made straight, and the rough ways shall be made smooth;
[6] And all flesh shall see the salvation of God.^*

^*v3 Isa 40:3-5

JST Luke 3:1-11

3:1 Now in the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar, Pontius Pilate being governor of Judea, and Herod being tetrarch of Galilee, and his brother Philip tetrarch of Iturea and of the region of Trachonitis, and Lysanias the tetrarch of Abilene, Annas and Caiaphas being the high priests,

3:2 Now in this same year, the word of God came unto John, the son of Zacharias, in the wilderness.

3:3 And he came into all the country about Jordan, preaching the baptism of repentance for the remission of sins,

3:4 As it is written in the book of the prophet Esaias; and these are the words, saying, The voice of one crying in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the Lord and make his paths straight.

3:5 For behold, and lo, he shall come, as it is written in the book of the prophets: to take away the sins of the world and to bring salvation unto the heathen nations; to gather together those who are lost, who are of the sheepfold of Israel,

3:6 Yea, even the dispersed and afflicted; and also to prepare the way and make possible the preaching of the gospel unto the Gentiles;

3:7 And to be a light unto all who sit in darkness, unto the uttermost parts of the earth; to bring to pass the resurrection from the dead; and to ascend up on high, to dwell on the right hand of the Father,

3:8 Until the fullness of time, and the law and the testimony shall be sealed, and the keys of the kingdom shall be delivered up again unto the Father;

3:9 To administer justice unto all; to come down in judgment upon all and to convince all the ungodly of their ungodly deeds, which they have committed; and all this in the day that he shall come.

3:10 For it is a day of power; yea, every valley shall be filled, and every mountain and hill shall be brought low; the crooked shall be made straight, and the rough ways made smooth;

3:11 And all flesh shall see the salvation of God.

Mal 3:1
Isa 40:3-5

John the Baptist's Call to Repentance

KJV Matt 3:4-12

[4] ¶ And the same John had his raiment of camel's hair, and a leathern girdle about his loins; and his meat was locusts and wild honey.
[5] Then went out to him Jerusalem, and all Judaea, and all the region round about Jordan,
[6] And were baptized of him in Jordan, confessing their sins.
[7] ¶ But when he saw many of the Pharisees and Sadducees come to his baptism, he said unto them, O generation of vipers, who hath warned you to flee from the wrath to come?

[8] Bring forth therefore fruits meet for repentance:
[9] And think not to say within yourselves, We have Abraham to our father: for I say unto you, that God is able of these stones to raise up children unto Abraham.

[10] And now also the axe is laid unto the root of the trees: therefore every tree which bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire.
[11] I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance: but he that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire:

[12] Whose fan is in his hand, and he will throughly purge his floor, and gather his wheat into the garner; but he will burn up the chaff with unquenchable fire.

JST Matt 3:30-40

3:30 And the same John had his raiment of camels' hair and a leathern girdle about his loins; and his food was locusts and wild honey.

3:31 Then went out to him Jerusalem, and all Judea, and all the region round about Jordan,

3:32 And many were baptized of him in Jordan, confessing their sins.

3:33 But when he saw many of the Pharisees and Sadducees come to his baptism, he said unto them, O, generation of vipers! Who hath warned you to flee from the wrath to come?

3:34 Why is it that ye receive not the preaching of him whom God hath sent? If ye receive not this in your hearts, ye receive not me; and if ye receive not me, ye receive not him of whom I am sent to bear record; and for your sins ye have no cloak.

3:35 Repent, therefore, and bring forth fruits meet for repentance;

3:36 And think not to say within yourselves, We are the children of Abraham, and we only have power to bring seed unto our father Abraham; for I say unto you that God is able of these stones to raise up children unto Abraham.

3:37 And now, also, the axe is laid unto the root of the trees; therefore, every tree which bringeth not forth good fruit shall be hewn down and cast into the fire.

3:38 I indeed baptize you with water, upon your repentance; and when he of whom I bear record cometh, who is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear (or whose place I am not able to fill), as I said, I indeed baptize you before he cometh, that when he cometh, he may baptize you with the Holy Ghost and fire.

3:39 And it is he of whom I shall bear record, whose fan shall be in his hand; and he will thoroughly purge his floor, and gather his wheat into the garner, but in the fullness of his own time will burn up the chaff with unquenchable fire.

3:40 Thus came John, preaching and baptizing in the river of Jordan, bearing record that he who was coming after him had power to baptize with the Holy Ghost and fire.

KJV Mark 1:4-8

[4] ¶ John did baptize in the wilderness, and preach the baptism of repentance for the remission of sins.
[5] And there went out unto him all the land of Judaea, and they of Jerusalem, and were all baptized of him in the river of Jordan, confessing their sins.
[6] ¶ And John was clothed with camel's hair, and with a girdle of a skin about his loins; and he did eat locusts and wild honey;
[7] And preached, saying, There cometh one mightier than I after me, the latchet of whose shoes I am not worthy to stoop down and unloose.
[8] I indeed have baptized you with water: but he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost.

JST Mark 1:3-6

1:3 John did baptize in the wilderness and preach the baptism of repentance for the remission of sins.

1:4 And there went out unto him all the land of Judea and they of Jerusalem, and many were baptized of him in the river Jordan, confessing their sins.

1:5 And John was clothed with camels' hair and with a girdle of skin about his loins; and he did eat locusts and wild honey, and preached, saying, There cometh one mightier than I after me, the latchet of whose shoes I am not worthy to stoop down and unloose.

1:6 I indeed have baptized you with water; but he shall not only baptize you with water, but with fire and the Holy Ghost.

KJV Luke 3:7-18

[7] ¶ Then said he to the multitude that came forth to be baptized of him, O generation of vipers, who hath warned you to flee from the wrath to come?

[8] Bring forth therefore fruits worthy of repentance, and begin not to say within yourselves, We have Abraham to our father: for I say unto you, That God is able of these stones to raise up children unto Abraham.

[9] And now also the axe is laid unto the root of the trees: every tree therefore which bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire.
[10] ¶ And the people asked him, saying, What shall we do then?
[11] ¶ He answereth and saith unto them, He that hath two coats, let him impart to him that hath none; and he that hath meat, let him do likewise.
[12] ¶ Then came also publicans to be baptized, and said unto him, Master, what shall we do?
[13] ¶ And he said unto them, Exact no more than that which is appointed you.

[14] ¶ And the soldiers likewise demanded of him, saying, And what shall we do? And he said unto them, Do violence to no man, neither accuse any falsely; and be content with your wages.
[15] ¶ And as the people were in expectation, and all men mused in their hearts of John, whether he were the Christ, or not;
[16] John answered, saying unto them all, I indeed baptize you with water; but one mightier than I cometh, the latchet of whose shoes I am not worthy to unloose: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost and with fire:
[17] Whose fan is in his hand, and he will throughly purge his floor, and will gather the wheat into his garner; but the chaff he will burn with fire unquenchable.
[18] ¶ And many other things in his exhortation preached he unto the people.

JST Luke 3:12-25

3:12 Then said John to the multitude that came forth to be baptized of him, crying against them with a loud voice, saying, O generation of vipers, who hath warned you to flee from the wrath to come?

3:13 Bring forth, therefore, fruits worthy of repentance, and begin not to say within yourselves, Abraham is our father; we have kept the commandments of God, and none can inherit the promises but the children of Abraham; for I say unto you that God is able of these stones to raise up children unto Abraham.

3:14 And now also, the axe is laid unto the root of the trees; every tree, therefore, which bringeth not forth good fruit shall be hewn down and cast into the fire.

3:15 And the people asked him, saying, What shall we do then?

3:16 He answered and said unto them, He who hath two coats, let him impart to him who hath none; and he who hath meat, let him do likewise.

3:17 Then came also publicans to be baptized and said unto him, Master, what shall we do?

3:18 And he said unto them, Exact no more than that which is appointed unto you.

3:19 For it is well known unto you, Theophilus, that after the manner of the Jews and according to the custom of their law in receiving money into the treasury, that out of the abundance which was received was appointed unto the poor, every man his portion;

3:20 And after this manner did the publicans also, wherefore, John said unto them, Exact no more than that which is appointed you.

3:21 And the soldiers likewise demanded of him, saying, And what shall we do? And he said unto them, Do violence to no man, neither accuse any falsely, and be content with your wages.

3:22 And as the people were in expectation and all men mused in their hearts of John, whether he were the Christ, or not,

3:23 John answered, saying unto all, I indeed baptize you with water; but there cometh one mightier than I, the latchet of whose shoes I am not worthy to unloose. He shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost and with fire,

3:24 Whose fan is in his hand; and he will thoroughly purge his floor and will gather the wheat into his garner; but the chaff he will burn with fire unquenchable.

3:25 And many other things in his exhortation preached he unto the people.

KJV John 1:19-28

[19] ¶ And this is the record of John, when the Jews^* sent priests and Levites from Jerusalem to ask him, Who art thou?
[20] ¶ And he confessed, and denied not; but confessed, I am not the Christ.
[21] ¶ And they asked him, What then? Art thou Elias? And he saith, I am not. Art thou that prophet? And he answered, No.

[22] ¶ Then said they unto him, Who art thou? that we may give an answer to them that sent us. What sayest thou of thyself?
[23] ¶ He said, I am the voice of one crying in the wilderness, Make straight the way of the Lord^*, as said the prophet Esaias.
[24] ¶ And they which were sent were of the Pharisees.
[25] And they asked him, and said unto him, Why baptizest thou then, if thou be not that Christ, nor Elias, neither that prophet?

[26] ¶ John answered them, saying, I baptize with water: but there standeth one among you, whom ye know not;
[27] He it is, who coming after me is preferred before me, whose shoe's latchet I am not worthy to unloose.

[28] ¶ These things were done in Bethabara beyond Jordan, where John was baptizing.

^*v19 NIV: The term "the Jews" here and elsewhere in John's Gospel refers to those Jewish leaders who opposed Jesus; also in 5:10, 15, 16; &:1, 11, 13; 9:22; 18:14, 28, 36; 19:7, 12, 31, 38.
^*v23 Isa 40:3 The voice of him that crieth in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make straight in the desert a highway for our God.

JST John 1:20-28

1:20 And this is the record of John when the Jews sent priests and Levites from Jerusalem to ask him, Who art thou?

1:21 And he confessed and denied not that he was Elias, but confessed, saying, I am not the Christ.

1:22 And they asked him, saying, How then art thou Elias? And he said, I am not that Elias who was to restore all things. And they asked him, saying, Art thou that prophet? And he answered, No.

1:23 Then said they unto him, Who art thou? that we may give an answer to them that sent us. What sayest thou of thyself?

1:24 He said, I am the voice of one crying in the wilderness, Make straight the way of the Lord, as saith the prophet Esaias.

1:25 And they who were sent were of the Pharisees.

1:26 And they asked him and said unto him; Why baptizest thou then, if thou be not the Christ, nor Elias who was to restore all things, neither that prophet?

1:27 John answered them, saying, I baptize with water, but there standeth one among you whom ye know not;

1:28 He it is of whom I bear record. He is that prophet, even Elias, who, coming after me, is preferred before me, whose shoe's latchet I am not worthy to unloose or whose place I am not able to fill; for he shall baptize, not only with water, but with fire and with the Holy Ghost.

Baptism of Jesus

KJV Matt 3:13-17

[13] ¶ Then cometh Jesus from Galilee to Jordan unto John, to be baptized of him.
[14] But John forbad him, saying, I have need to be baptized of thee, and comest thou to me?
[15] ¶ And Jesus answering said unto him, Suffer it to be so now: for thus it becometh us to fulfil all righteousness. Then he suffered him.
[16] ¶ And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water: and, lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him:
[17] And lo a voice from heaven, saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.

JST Matt 3:41-46

3:41 And then cometh Jesus from Galilee to Jordan unto John to be baptized of him;

3:42 But John refused him, saying, I have need to be baptized of thee. And why comest thou to me?

3:43 And Jesus, answering, said unto him, Suffer me to be baptized of thee, for thus it becometh us to fulfill all righteousness. Then he suffered him.

3:44 And John went down into the water and baptized him.

3:45 And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water; and John saw, and lo, the heavens were opened unto him; and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and lighting upon Jesus.

3:46 And lo, he heard a voice from heaven saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. Hear ye him.

KJV Mark 1:9-11

[9] ¶ And it came to pass in those days, that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized of John in Jordan.
[10] And straightway coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens opened, and the Spirit like a dove descending upon him:
[11] And there came a voice from heaven, saying, Thou art my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.

JST Mark 1:7-9

1:7 And it came to pass in those days that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized of John in Jordan.

1:8 And straightway, coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens opened and the Spirit like a dove descending upon him;

1:9 And there came a voice from heaven, saying, Thou art my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. And John bare record of it.

KJV Luke 3:21-22

[21] ¶ Now when all the people were baptized, it came to pass, that Jesus also being baptized, and praying, the heaven was opened,
[22] And the Holy Ghost descended in a bodily shape like a dove upon him, and a voice came from heaven, which said, Thou art my beloved Son; in thee I am well pleased.

JST Luke 3:28-29

3:28 Now when all the people were baptized, it came to pass that Jesus also came unto John; and being baptized of him, and praying, the heaven was opened;

3:29 And the Holy Ghost descended in bodily shape like a dove upon him; and a voice came from heaven, which said, Thou art my beloved Son; in thee I am well pleased.

KJV John 1:29-34

[29] ¶ The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.
[30] This is he of whom I said, After me cometh a man which is preferred before me: for he was before me.
[31] And I knew him not: but that he should be made manifest to Israel, therefore am I come baptizing with water.
[32] ¶ And John bare record, saying, I saw the Spirit descending from heaven like a dove, and it abode upon him.
[33] And I knew him ~~not~~: but he that sent me to baptize with water, the same said unto me, Upon whom thou shalt see the Spirit descending, and remaining on him, the same is he which baptizeth with the Holy Ghost.
[34] And I saw, and bare record that this is the Son of God.^*

^*v34: NIV translates as "this is God's Chosen One." (NIV Isa 42:1 "Here is my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen one in whom I delight;...")

JST John 1:29-34

1:29 The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him and said, Behold, the Lamb of God, who taketh away the sin of the world!

1:30 And John bare record of him unto the people, saying, This is he of whom I said, After me cometh a man who is preferred before me; for he was before me, and I knew him and that he should be made manifest to Israel; therefore, am I come baptizing with water.

1:31 And John bare record, saying, When he was baptized of me, I saw the Spirit descending from heaven like a dove, and it abode upon him.

1:32 And I knew him; for he who sent me to baptize with water, the same said unto me, Upon whom thou shalt see the Spirit descending and remaining on him, the same is he who baptizeth with the Holy Ghost.

1:33 And I saw and bare record that this is the Son of God.

1:34 These things were done in Bethabara, beyond Jordan, where John was baptizing.

1 Ne 10:7-10
2 Ne 31:4-21

Temptation of Jesus

KJV Matt 4:1-11

[1] ¶ Then was Jesus led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted^* of the devil.
[2] And when he had fasted forty days and forty nights, he was afterward an hungred.
[3] And when the tempter came to him, he said, If thou be the Son of God, command that these stones be made bread.
[4] ¶ But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.^*

[5] ¶ Then the devil taketh him up into the holy city, and setteth him on a pinnacle of the temple,
[6] And saith unto him, If thou be the Son of God, cast thyself down: for it is written, He shall give his angels charge concerning thee: and in their hands they shall bear thee up, lest at any time thou dash thy foot against a stone.^*
[7] ¶ Jesus said unto him, It is written again, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God.^*
[8] ¶ Again, the devil taketh him up into an exceeding high mountain, and sheweth him all the kingdoms of the world, and the glory of them;
[9] And saith unto him, All these things will I give thee, if thou wilt fall down and worship me.
[10] ¶ Then saith Jesus unto him, Get thee hence, Satan: for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.^*
[11] ¶ Then the devil leaveth him, and, behold, angels came and ministered unto him.

^*v1: Greek for "tempted" can also mean "tested"
^*v4: Deut 8:3 ^*v6: Ps 91:11-12 ^*v7: Deut 6:16 ^*v10: Deut 6:13

JST Matt 4:1-10

4:1 Then Jesus was led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be with God.

4:2 And when he had fasted forty days and forty nights and had communed with God, he was afterwards an hungered and was left to be tempted of the devil.

4:3 And when the tempter came to him, he said, If thou be the Son of God, command that these stones be made bread.

4:4 But Jesus answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.

4:5 Then Jesus was taken up into the holy city, and the Spirit setteth him on the pinnacle of the temple.

4:6 Then the devil came unto him and said, If thou be the Son of God, cast thyself down; for it is written, He shall give his angels charge concerning thee, and in their hands they shall bear thee up, lest at any time thou dash thy foot against a stone.

4:7 Jesus said unto him, It is written again, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord, thy God.

4:8 And again, Jesus was in the Spirit; and it taketh him up into an exceeding high mountain and showeth him all the kingdoms of the world and the glory of them.

4:9 And the devil came unto him again and said, All these things will I give unto thee, if thou wilt fall down and worship me.

4:10 Then said Jesus unto him, Get thee hence, Satan; for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord, thy God, and him only shalt thou serve. Then the devil leaveth him.

KJV Mark 1:12-13

[12] ¶ And immediately the Spirit driveth him into the wilderness.
[13] And he was there in the wilderness forty days, tempted^* of Satan; and was with the wild beasts; and the angels ministered unto him.

^*v13: Greek for "tempted" can also mean "tested"

JST Mark 1:10-11

1:10 And immediately the Spirit took him into the wilderness.

1:11 And he was there in the wilderness forty days, Satan seeking to tempt him, and was with the wild beasts; and the angels ministered unto him.

KJV Luke 3:23, 4:1-13

[23] ¶ And Jesus himself began to be about thirty years of age...
[1] ¶ And Jesus being full of the Holy Ghost returned from Jordan, and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness,
[2] Being forty days tempted^* of the devil. And in those days he did eat nothing: and when they were ended, he afterward hungered.
[3] ¶ And the devil said unto him, If thou be the Son of God, command this stone that it be made bread.
[4] ¶ And Jesus answered him, saying, It is written, That man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God^*.
[5] ¶ And the devil, taking him up into an high mountain, shewed unto him all the kingdoms of the world in a moment of time.
[6] And the devil said unto him, All this power will I give thee, and the glory of them: for that is delivered unto me; and to whomsoever I will I give it.

[7] If thou therefore wilt worship me, all shall be thine.
[8] ¶ And Jesus answered and said unto him, Get thee behind me, Satan: for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve^*.
[9] ¶ And he brought him to Jerusalem, and set him on a pinnacle of the temple, and said unto him, If thou be the Son of God, cast thyself down from hence:

[10] For it is written, He shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee:
[11] And in their hands they shall bear thee up, lest at any time thou dash thy foot against a stone^*.
[12] ¶ And Jesus answering said unto him, It is said, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God^*.
[13] ¶ And when the devil had ended all the temptation, he departed from him for a season.

^*v2: Greek for "tempted" can also mean "tested"
^*v4: Deut 8:3 ^*v8: Deut 6:13 ^*v11: Ps 91:11-12 ^*v12: Deut 6:16

JST Luke 3:30, 4:1-12

3:30 And Jesus himself began to be about thirty years of age...

4:1 And Jesus, being full of the Holy Ghost, returned from Jordan and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness.

4:2 And after forty days, the devil came unto him to tempt him. And in those days, he did eat nothing; and when they were ended, he afterwards hungered.

4:3 And the devil said unto him, If thou be the Son of God, command this stone that it be made bread.

4:4 And Jesus answered him, saying, It is written that man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God.

4:5 And the Spirit taketh him up into a high mountain, and he beheld all the kingdoms of the world in a moment of time.

4:6 And the devil came unto him and said unto him, All this power will I give unto thee, and the glory of them; for they are delivered unto me; and to whomsoever I will, I give them.

4:7 If thou, therefore, wilt worship me, all shall be thine.

4:8 Jesus answered and said unto him, Get thee behind me, Satan; for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord, thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.

4:9 And the Spirit brought him to Jerusalem and set him on a pinnacle of the temple. And the devil came unto him and said unto him, If thou be the Son of God, cast thyself down from hence;

4:10 For it is written, He shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee; and in his hands they shall bear thee up, lest at any time thou dash thy foot against a stone.

4:11 And Jesus, answering, said unto him, It is written, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord, thy God.

4:12 And when the devil had ended all the temptation, he departed from him for a season.

Deut 6:13 "Thou shalt fear the Lord thy God, and serve him ..."
Deut 6:16 "Ye shall not tempt the Lord your God ..."
Deut 8:3 "And ... fed thee with manna, ... that he might make thee know that man doth not live by bread only, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of the Lord doth man live."
Ps 91:11-12 "For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways. They shall bear thee up in their hands, lest thou dash thy foot against a stone."

John's Disciples Follow Jesus

KJV John 1:35-51

[35] ¶ Again the next day after John stood, and two of his disciples;
[36] And looking upon Jesus as he walked, he saith, Behold the Lamb of God!
[37] ¶ And the two disciples heard him speak, and they followed Jesus.
[38] Then Jesus turned, and saw them following, and saith unto them, What seek ye? They said unto him, Rabbi, (which is to say, being interpreted, Master,) where dwellest thou?
[39] ¶ He saith unto them, Come and see. They came and saw where he dwelt, and abode with him that day: for it was about the tenth hour.
[40] ¶ One of the two which heard John speak, and followed him, was Andrew, Simon Peter's brother.
[41] He first findeth his own brother Simon, and saith unto him, We have found the Messias, which is, being interpreted, the Christ.
[42] And he brought him to Jesus. And when Jesus beheld him, he said, Thou art Simon the son of Jona: thou shalt be called Cephas, which is by interpretation, A stone.

[43] ¶ The day following Jesus would go forth into Galilee, and findeth Philip, and saith unto him, Follow me.
[44] Now Philip was of Bethsaida, the city of Andrew and Peter.
[45] Philip findeth Nathanael, and saith unto him, We have found him, of whom Moses in the law, and the prophets, did write, Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph.
[46] ¶ And Nathanael said unto him, Can there any good thing come out of Nazareth? Philip saith unto him, Come and see.
[47] ¶ Jesus saw Nathanael coming to him, and saith of him, Behold an Israelite indeed, in whom is no guile!
[48] ¶ Nathanael saith unto him, Whence knowest thou me? Jesus answered and said unto him, Before that Philip called thee, when thou wast under the fig tree, I saw thee.
[49] ¶ Nathanael answered and saith unto him, Rabbi, thou art the Son of God; thou art the King of Israel.
[50] ¶ Jesus answered and said unto him, Because I said unto thee, I saw thee under the fig tree, believest thou? thou shalt see greater things than these.
[51] And he saith unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto you^*, Hereafter ye^* shall see heaven open, and the angels of God ascending and descending^* upon the Son of man.

^*v51 Greek: both forms of you are plural.
^*v51 Gen 28:12 And he dreamed, and behold a ladder set up on the earth, and the top of it reached to heaven: and behold the angels of God ascending and descending on it.

JST John 1:35-51

1:35 Again, the next day after, John stood and two of his disciples,

1:36 And, looking upon Jesus as he walked, he said, Behold the Lamb of God!

1:37 And the two disciples heard him speak, and they followed Jesus.

1:38 Then Jesus turned, and saw them following him, and said unto them, What seek ye? They said unto him, Rabbi (which is to say, being interpreted, Master), Where dwellest thou?

1:39 He said unto them, Come and see. And they came, and saw where he dwelt, and abode with him that day; for it was about the tenth hour.

1:40 One of the two who heard John and followed Jesus was Andrew, Simon Peter's brother.

1:41 He first findeth his own brother Simon and saith unto him, We have found the Messias, which is, being interpreted, the Christ.

1:42 And he brought him to Jesus. And when Jesus beheld him, he said, Thou art Simon, the son of Jona; thou shalt be called Cephas, which is, by interpretation, a seer or a stone. And they were fishermen. And they straightway left all and followed Jesus.

1:43 The day following, Jesus would go forth into Galilee, and findeth Philip, and saith unto him, Follow me.

1:44 Now Philip was at Bethsaida, the city of Andrew and Peter.

1:45 Philip findeth Nathanael and saith unto him, We have found him, of whom Moses in the law and the prophets did write, Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph.

1:46 And Nathanael said unto him, Can there any good thing come out of Nazareth? Philip said unto him, Come and see.

1:47 Jesus saw Nathanael coming unto him and said of him, Behold an Israelite indeed, in whom is no guile!

1:48 Nathanael said unto him, Whence knowest thou me? Jesus, answering, said unto him, Before Philip called thee, when thou wast under the fig tree, I saw thee.

1:49 Nathanael answered and said unto him, Rabbi, thou art the Son of God; thou art the King of Israel.

1:50 Jesus answered and said unto him, Because I said unto thee, I saw thee under the fig tree, believest thou? Thou shalt see greater things than these.

1:51 And he said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Hereafter ye shall see heaven open and the angels of God ascending and descending upon the Son of Man.

Marriage at Cana

KJV John 2:1-12

[1] ¶ And the third day there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee; and the mother of Jesus was there:

[2] And both Jesus was called, and his disciples, to the marriage.
[3] And when they wanted wine, the mother of Jesus saith unto him, They have no wine.
[4] ¶ Jesus saith unto her, Woman^*, what have I to do with thee? mine hour is not yet come.

[5] ¶ His mother saith unto the servants, Whatsoever he saith unto you, do it.
[6] ¶ And there were set there six waterpots of stone, after the manner of the purifying of the Jews, containing two or three firkins^* apiece.
[7] Jesus saith unto them, Fill the waterpots with water. And they filled them up to the brim.
[8] And he saith unto them, Draw out now, and bear unto the governor of the feast. And they bare it.
[9] When the ruler of the feast had tasted the water that was made wine, and knew not whence it was: (but the servants which drew the water knew;) the governor of the feast called the bridegroom,
[10] And saith unto him, Every man at the beginning doth set forth good wine; and when men have well drunk, then that which is worse: but thou hast kept the good wine until now.
[11] ¶ This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee, and manifested forth his glory; and his disciples believed on him.
[12] ¶ After this he went down to Capernaum, he, and his mother, and his brethren, and his disciples: and they continued there not many days.

^*v4 NIV: The Greek for Woman does not denote any disrespect.
^*v6 NIV: 20-30 gallons or 75-115 liters.

JST John 2:1-12

2:1 And on the third day of the week, there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee; and the mother of Jesus was there.

2:2 And Jesus was called and his disciples to the marriage.

2:3 And when they wanted wine, his mother said unto him, They have no wine.

2:4 Jesus said unto her, Woman, what wilt thou have me to do for thee? That will I do; for mine hour is not yet come.

2:5 His mother said unto the servants, Whatsoever he saith unto you, see that ye do it.

2:6 There were set there six waterpots of stone, after the manner of the purifying of the Jews, containing two or three firkins apiece.

2:7 Jesus said unto them, Fill the waterpots with water. And they filled them up to the brim.

2:8 And he said, Draw out now and bear unto the governor of the feast. And they bare unto him.

2:9 When the governor of the feast had tasted the water which was made wine (he knew not whence it was, but the servants who drew the water knew), the governor of the feast called the bridegroom,

2:10 And said unto him, Every man at the beginning doth set forth good wine, and when men have well drunk, then that which is worse; but thou hast kept the good wine until now.

2:11 This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee and manifested forth his glory; and the faith of his disciples was strengthened in him.

2:12 After this, he went down to Capernaum, he, and his mother, and his brethren, and his disciples; and they continued there not many days.

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First Cleasing of the Temple

KJV John 2:13-17

[13] ¶ And the Jews' passover was at hand, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem,
[14] And found in the temple those that sold oxen and sheep and doves, and the changers of money sitting:
[15] And when he had made a scourge of small cords, he drove them all out of the temple, and the sheep, and the oxen; and poured out the changers' money, and overthrew the tables;
[16] And said unto them that sold doves, Take these things hence; make not my Father's house an house of merchandise.
[17] And his disciples remembered that it was written, The zeal of thine house hath eaten me up^*.

^*v17 Ps 69:9

JST John 2:13-17

2:13 And the Jews' passover was at hand, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem,

2:14 And found in the temple those who sold oxen, and sheep, and doves, and the changers of money sitting.

2:15 And when he had made a scourge of small cords, he drove them all out of the temple, and the sheep, and the oxen, and poured out the changers' money, and overthrew the tables,

2:16 And said unto them who sold doves, Take these things hence; make not my Father's house a house of merchandise.

2:17 And his disciples remembered that it is written, The zeal of thy house hath eaten me up.

Ps 69:9
For the zeal of thine house hath eaten me up; and the reproaches of them that reproached thee are fallen upon me.

Sign of Jonah

KJV John 2:18-22

[18] ¶ Then answered the Jews and said unto him, What sign shewest thou unto us, seeing that thou doest these things?
[19] ¶ Jesus answered and said unto them, Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up.
[20] ¶ Then said the Jews, Forty and six years was this temple in building, and wilt thou rear it up in three days?
[21] ¶ But he spake of the temple of his body.
[22] When therefore he was risen from the dead, his disciples remembered that he had said this unto them; and they believed the scripture, and the word which Jesus had said.

JST 2:18-22

2:18 Then spake the Jews and said unto him, What sign showest thou unto us, seeing thou doest these things?

2:19 Jesus answered and said unto them, Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up.

2:20 Then said the Jews, Forty and six years was this temple in building, and wilt thou rear it up in three days?

2:21 But he spake of the temple of his body.

2:22 When, therefore, he was risen from the dead, his disciples remembered that he had said this unto them; and they remembered the scripture and the word which Jesus had said unto them.

First Passover

KJV John 2:23-25

[23] ¶ Now when he was in Jerusalem at the passover, in the feast day, many believed in his name, when they saw the miracles which he did.
[24] But Jesus did not commit himself unto them, because he knew all men,
[25] And needed not that any should testify of man: for he knew what was in man.

JST John 2:23-25

2:23 Now when he was in Jerusalem at the passover on the feast day, many believed on his name when they saw the miracles which he did.

2:24 But Jesus did not commit himself unto them because he knew all things,

2:25 And needed not that any should testify of man; for he knew what was in man.

Visit with Nicodemus

KJV John 3:1-21

[1] ¶ There was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews:
[2] The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with him.
[3] ¶ Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.
[4] ¶ Nicodemus saith unto him, How can a man be born when he is old? can he enter the second time into his mother's womb, and be born?
[5] ¶ Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God.
[6] That which is born of the flesh is flesh; and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit.
[7] Marvel not that I said unto thee, Ye* must be born again.
[8] The wind bloweth where it listeth, and thou hearest the sound thereof, but canst not tell whence it cometh, and whither it goeth: so is every one that is born of the Spirit.
[9] ¶ Nicodemus answered and said unto him, How can these things be?
[10] ¶ Jesus answered and said unto him, Art thou a master of Israel, and knowest not these things?
[11] Verily, verily, I say unto thee, We speak that we do know, and testify that we have seen; and ye receive not our witness.
[12] If I have told you earthly things, and ye believe not, how shall ye believe, if I tell you of heavenly things?
[13] And no man hath ascended up to heaven, but he that came down from heaven, even the Son of man which is in heaven.
[14] And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of man be lifted up:
[15] That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life.
[16] For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
[17] For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
[18] ¶ He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God.
[19] And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil.
[20] For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved.
[21] But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God.

^*v7 NIV: plural ye

JST John 3:1-22

3:1 There was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews;

3:2 The same came to Jesus by night and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God; for no man can do these miracles which thou doest, except God be with him.

3:3 Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.

3:4 Nicodemus said unto him, How can a man be born when he is old? Can he enter the second time into his mother's womb and be born?

3:5 Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God.

3:6 That which is born of the flesh is flesh; and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit.

3:7 Marvel not that I said unto thee, Ye must be born again.

3:8 The wind bloweth where it listeth, and thou hearest the sound thereof but canst not tell whence it cometh and whither it goeth; so is everyone who is born of the Spirit.

3:9 Nicodemus answered and said unto him, How can these things be?

3:10 Jesus answered and said, Art thou a master of Israel and knowest not these things?

3:11 Verily, verily, I say unto thee, We speak that we do know and testify that we have seen; and ye receive not our witness.

3:12 If I have told you earthly things and ye believe not, how shall ye believe if I tell you heavenly things?

3:13 I tell you, No man hath ascended up to heaven, but he who came down from heaven, the Son of Man who is in heaven.

3:14 And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of Man be lifted up,

3:15 That whosoever believeth on him should not perish, but have eternal life.

3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his Only Begotten Son, that whosoever believeth on him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

3:17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through him might be saved.

3:18 He who believeth on him is not condemned; but he who believeth not is condemned already because he hath not believed on the name of the Only Begotten Son of God, which before was preached by the mouth of the holy prophets; for they testified of me.

3:19 And this is the condemnation: that light is come into the world, and men love darkness rather than light because their deeds are evil.

3:20 For everyone who doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved.

3:21 But he who loveth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest.

3:22 And he who obeyeth the truth, the works which he doeth, they are of God.

See Num 21:4-9; 2 Ne 25:20

John testifies of Jesus

KJV John 3:22-36

[22] ¶ After these things came Jesus and his disciples into the land of Judaea; and there he tarried with them, and baptized.
[23] And John also was baptizing in Aenon near to Salim, because there was much water there: and they came, and were baptized.
[24] For John was not yet cast into prison.
[25] ¶ Then there arose a question between some of John's disciples and the Jews about purifying.
[26] And they came unto John, and said unto him, Rabbi, he that was with thee beyond Jordan, to whom thou barest witness, behold, the same baptizeth, and all men come to him.
[27] ¶ John answered and said, A man can receive nothing, except it be given him from heaven.
[28] Ye yourselves bear me witness, that I said, I am not the Christ, but that I am sent before him.
[29] He that hath the bride is the bridegroom: but the friend of the bridegroom, which standeth and heareth him, rejoiceth greatly because of the bridegroom's voice: this my joy therefore is fulfilled.
[30] He must increase, but I must decrease.
[31] He that cometh from above is above all: he that is of the earth is earthly, and speaketh of the earth: he that cometh from heaven is above all.
[32] And what he hath seen and heard, that he testifieth; and no man receiveth his testimony.
[33] He that hath received his testimony hath set to his seal that God is true.
[34] For he whom God hath sent speaketh the words of God: for God giveth not the Spirit by measure unto him.
[35] The Father loveth the Son, and hath given all things into his hand.
[36] He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him.

JST John 3:23-36

3:23 After these things, came Jesus and his disciples into the land of Judea; and there he tarried with them and baptized.

3:24 And John also was baptizing in Aenon, near to Salim because there was much water there; and they came and were baptized,

3:25 For John was not yet cast into prison.

3:26 Then there arose a question between some of John's disciples and the Jews about purifying.

3:27 And they came unto John and said unto him, Rabbi, he who was with thee beyond Jordan, to whom thou bearest witness, behold, the same baptizeth, and he receiveth of all people who come unto him.

3:28 John answered and said, A man can receive nothing, except it be given him from heaven.

3:29 Ye yourselves bear me witness that I said, I am not the Christ, but that I am sent before him.

3:30 He who hath the bride is the bridegroom; but the friend of the bridegroom, who standeth and heareth him, rejoiceth greatly because of the bridegroom's voice; this my joy, therefore, is fulfilled.

3:31 He must increase, but I must decrease.

3:32 He who cometh from above is above all; he who is of the earth is earthly and speaketh of the earth; he who cometh from heaven is above all. And what he hath seen and heard, that he testifieth; and but few men receive his testimony.

3:33 He who hath received his testimony hath set to his seal that God is true.

3:34 For he whom God hath sent speaketh the words of God; for God giveth him not the Spirit by measure, for he dwelleth in him, even the fullness.

3:35 The Father loveth the Son and hath given all things into his hands.

3:36 And he who believeth on the Son hath everlasting life and shall receive of his fullness. But he who believeth not the Son shall not receive of his fullness; for the wrath of God is upon him.

John the Baptist Imprisoned

KJV Matt 14:3-5; 4:12>

[3] For Herod had laid hold on John, and bound him, and put him in prison for Herodias' sake, his brother Philip's wife.
[4] For John said unto him, It is not lawful for thee to have her.
[12] Now when Jesus had heard that John was cast into prison, he departed into Galilee;

JST Matt 14:2-4; 4:11

14:2 For Herod had laid hold on John, and bound him, and put him in prison for Herodias' sake, his brother Philip's wife.

14:3 For John said unto him, It is not lawful for thee to have her.

4:11 And now Jesus knew that John was cast into prison; and he sent angels, and behold, they came and ministered unto him.

KJV Mark 6:17-18; 1:14

[17] For Herod himself had sent forth and laid hold upon John, and bound him in prison for Herodias' sake, his brother Philip's wife: for he had married her.
[18] For John had said unto Herod, It is not lawful for thee to have thy brother's wife.
[14] Now after that John was put in prison, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God,

JST Mark 6:18-19; 1:12

6:18 For Herod himself had sent forth, and laid hold upon John, and bound him in prison for Herodias' sake, his brother Philip's wife; for he had married her.

6:19 For John had said unto Herod, It is not lawful for thee to have thy brother's wife.

1:12 Now after that John was put in prison, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God and saying,

KJV Luke 3:19-20

[19] But Herod the tetrarch, being reproved by him for Herodias his brother Philip's wife, and for all the evils which Herod had done,
[20] Added yet this above all, that he shut up John in prison.

JST Luke 3:26-27

3:26 But Herod, the tetrarch, being reproved of him for Herodias, his brother Philip's wife, and for all the evils which Herod had done,

3:27 Added yet this above all, that he shut up John in prison.

Pharisees seek to kill Jesus

KJV John 4:1-2

[1] ¶ When therefore the Lord knew how the Pharisees had heard that Jesus made and baptized more disciples than John,
[2] (Though Jesus himself baptized not, but his disciples,)

JST John 4:1-4

4:1 When, therefore, the Pharisees had heard that Jesus made and baptized more disciples than John,

4:2 They sought more diligently some means that they might put him to death; for many received John as a prophet, but they believed not on Jesus.

4:3 Now the Lord knew this, though he himself baptized not so many as his disciples;

4:4 For he suffered them for an example, preferring one another.

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Jesus visits Samaria on way to Galilee

KJV Matt 4:12

[12] ¶ Now when Jesus had heard that John was cast into prison, he departed into Galilee;

JST Matt 4:12

4:12 And Jesus departed into Galilee; and leaving Nazareth in Zebulun, he came and dwelt in Capernaum, which is upon the seacoast in the borders of Nephthalim,

KJV Mark 1:14

[14] ¶ Now after that John was put in prison, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God,

JST Mark 1:12

1:12 Now after that John was put in prison, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God and saying,

KJV Luke 4:14

[14] ¶ And Jesus returned in the power of the Spirit into Galilee: and there went out a fame of him through all the region round about.

JST Luke 4:13

4:13 And Jesus returned in the power of the Spirit into Galilee.

KJV John 4:3-42

[3] He left Judaea, and departed again into Galilee.
[4] And he must needs go through Samaria.
[5] ¶ Then cometh he to a city of Samaria, which is called Sychar, near to the parcel of ground that Jacob gave to his son Joseph.
[6] Now Jacob's well was there. Jesus therefore, being wearied with his journey, sat thus on the well: and it was about the sixth hour.
[7] ¶ There cometh a woman of Samaria to draw water: Jesus saith unto her, Give me to drink.
[8] (For his disciples were gone away unto the city to buy meat.)
[9] ¶ Then saith the woman of Samaria unto him, How is it that thou, being a Jew, askest drink of me, which am a woman of Samaria? for the Jews have no dealings with the Samaritans.
[10] ¶ Jesus answered and said unto her, If thou knewest the gift of God, and who it is that saith to thee, Give me to drink; thou wouldest have asked of him, and he would have given thee living water.
[11] ¶ The woman saith unto him, Sir, thou hast nothing to draw with, and the well is deep: from whence then hast thou that living water?
[12] Art thou greater than our father Jacob, which gave us the well, and drank thereof himself, and his children, and his cattle?
[13] ¶ Jesus answered and said unto her, Whosoever drinketh of this water shall thirst again:
[14] But whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life.
[15] ¶ The woman saith unto him, Sir, give me this water, that I thirst not, neither come hither to draw.
[16] ¶ Jesus saith unto her, Go, call thy husband, and come hither.
[17] ¶ The woman answered and said, I have no husband. Jesus said unto her, Thou hast well said, I have no husband:
[18] For thou hast had five husbands; and he whom thou now hast is not thy husband: in that saidst thou truly.
[19] ¶ The woman saith unto him, Sir, I perceive that thou art a prophet.
[20] Our fathers worshipped in this mountain; and ye say, that in Jerusalem is the place where men ought to worship.
[21] ¶ Jesus saith unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain, nor yet at Jerusalem, worship the Father.
[22] Ye worship ye know not what: we know what we worship: for salvation is of the Jews.
[23] But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him.
[24] God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth.
[25] ¶ The woman saith unto him, I know that Messias cometh, which is called Christ: when he is come, he will tell us all things.
[26] ¶ Jesus saith unto her, I that speak unto thee am he.
[27] ¶ And upon this came his disciples, and marvelled that he talked with the woman: yet no man said, What seekest thou? or, Why talkest thou with her?
[28] ¶ The woman then left her waterpot, and went her way into the city, and saith to the men,
[29] Come, see a man, which told me all things that ever I did: is not this the Christ?
[30] Then they went out of the city, and came unto him.
[31] ¶ In the mean while his disciples prayed him, saying, Master, eat.
[32] ¶ But he said unto them, I have meat to eat that ye know not of.
[33] ¶ Therefore said the disciples one to another, Hath any man brought him ought to eat?
[34] ¶ Jesus saith unto them, My meat is to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work.
[35] Say not ye, There are yet four months, and then cometh harvest? behold, I say unto you, Lift up your eyes, and look on the fields; for they are white already to harvest.
[36] And he that reapeth receiveth wages, and gathereth fruit unto life eternal: that both he that soweth and he that reapeth may rejoice together.
[37] And herein is that saying true, One soweth, and another reapeth.
[38] I sent you to reap that whereon ye bestowed no labour: other men laboured, and ye are entered into their labours.
[39] ¶ And many of the Samaritans of that city believed on him for the saying of the woman, which testified, He told me all that ever I did.
[40] So when the Samaritans were come unto him, they besought him that he would tarry with them: and he abode there two days.
[41] And many more believed because of his own word;
[42] ¶ And said unto the woman, Now we believe, not because of thy saying: for we have heard him ourselves, and know that this is indeed the Christ, the Saviour of the world.

JST John 4:5-44

4:5 And he left Judea, and departed again into Galilee,

4:6 And said unto his disciples, I must needs go through Samaria.

4:7 Then he cometh to the city of Samaria which is called Sychar, near to the parcel of ground which Jacob gave to his son Joseph, the place where Jacob's well was.

4:8 Now Jesus, being weary with his journey, it being about the sixth hour, sat down on the well;

4:9 And there came a woman of Samaria to draw water. Jesus said unto her, Give me to drink.

4:10 Now his disciples were gone away into the city to buy meat.

4:11 Wherefore, he being alone, the woman of Samaria said unto him, How is it that thou, being a Jew, askest drink of me, who am a woman of Samaria? The Jews have no dealings with the Samaritans.

4:12 Jesus answered and said unto her, If thou knewest the gift of God and who it is that saith unto thee, Give me to drink, thou wouldest have asked of him, and he would have given thee living water.

4:13 The woman said unto him, Sir, thou hast nothing to draw with, and the well is deep; from whence then hast thou that living water?

4:14 Art thou greater than our father Jacob, who gave us the well and drank thereof himself, and his children, and his cattle?

4:15 Jesus answered and said unto her, Whosoever shall drink of this well shall thirst again;

4:16 But whosoever drinketh of the water which I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life.

4:17 The woman said unto him, Sir, give me of this water that I thirst not, neither come hither to draw.

4:18 Jesus said unto her, Go, call thy husband, and come hither.

4:19 The woman answered and said, I have no husband. Jesus said unto her, Thou hast well said, I have no husband.

4:20 For thou hast had five husbands, and he whom thou now hast is not thy husband; in that, saidst thou truly.

4:21 The woman said unto him, Sir, I perceive that thou art a prophet.

4:22 Our fathers worshiped in this mountain; and ye say that in Jerusalem is the place where men ought to worship.

4:23 Jesus said unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh when ye shall neither in this mountain nor yet at Jerusalem worship the Father.

4:24 Ye worship ye know not what; we know what we worship; and salvation is of the Jews.

4:25 And the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshipers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth; for the Father seeketh such to worship him.

4:26 For unto such hath God promised his Spirit. And they who worship him must worship in spirit and in truth.

4:27 The woman said unto him, I know that Messias cometh, who is called Christ; when he is come, he will tell us all things.

4:28 Jesus said unto her, I who speak unto thee am the Messias.

4:29 And upon this came his disciples and marveled that he talked with the woman; yet no man said, What seekest thou? or, Why talkest thou with her?

4:30 The woman then left her waterpot, and went her way into the city, and said to the men,

4:31 Come see a man who told me all things that I have ever done. Is not this the Christ?

4:32 Then they went out of the city and came unto him.

4:33 In the meantime, his disciples prayed him, saying, Master, eat.

4:34 But he said unto them, I have meat to eat that ye know not of.

4:35 Therefore said the disciples one to another, Hath any man brought him meat to eat?

4:36 Jesus said unto them, My meat is to do the will of him who sent me and to finish his work.

4:37 Say not ye, There are yet four months, then cometh harvest? Behold, I say unto you, Lift up your eyes and look on the fields; for they are white already to harvest.

4:38 And he who reapeth receiveth wages and gathereth fruit unto life eternal; that both he who soweth and he who reapeth may rejoice together.

4:39 And herein is that saying true: One soweth and another reapeth.

4:40 I have sent you to reap that whereon ye bestowed no labor; the prophets have labored, and ye have entered into their labors.

4:41 And many of the Samaritans of that city believed on him for the saying of the woman, who testified, saying, He told me all things that I have ever done.

4:42 So when the Samaritans were come unto him, they besought him that he would tarry with them; and he abode there two days.

4:43 And many more believed because of his own word,

4:44 And said unto the woman, Now we believe, not because of thy saying; we have heard for ourselves and know that this is indeed the Christ, the Savior of the world.

Jesus preaches in Galilee

KJV Matt 4:12

[12] ¶ Now when Jesus had heard that John was cast into prison, he departed into Galilee;

JST Matt 4:12

4:12 And Jesus departed into Galilee; and leaving Nazareth in Zebulun, he came and dwelt in Capernaum, which is upon the seacoast in the borders of Nephthalim,

KJV Mark 1:14-15

[14] ¶ Now after that John was put in prison, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God,
[15] And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel.

JST Mark 1:12-13

1:12 Now after that John was put in prison, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God and saying,

1:13 The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent ye and believe the gospel.

KJV Luke 4:14-15

[14] ¶ And Jesus returned in the power of the Spirit into Galilee: and there went out a fame of him through all the region round about.
[15] And he taught in their synagogues, being glorified of all.

JST Luke 4:13-15

4:13 And Jesus returned in the power of the Spirit into Galilee.

4:14 And there went out a fame of him through all the region round about;

4:15 And he taught in their synagogues, being glorified of all who believed on his name.

KJV John 4:43-45

[43] ¶ Now after two days he departed thence, and went into Galilee.
[44] For Jesus himself testified, that a prophet hath no honour in his own country.
[45] Then when he was come into Galilee, the Galilaeans received him, having seen all the things that he did at Jerusalem at the feast: for they also went unto the feast.

JST John 4:45-47

4:45 Now after two days he departed thence and went into Galilee.

4:46 For Jesus himself testified that a prophet hath no honor in his own country.

4:47 Then when he had come into Galilee, the Galileans received him, having seen all the things which he did at Jerusalem at the feast; for they also went unto the feast.

Heals the Nobleman's Son

KJV John 4:46-54

[46] ¶ So Jesus came again into Cana of Galilee, where he made the water wine. And there was a certain nobleman, whose son was sick at Capernaum.
[47] When he heard that Jesus was come out of Judaea into Galilee, he went unto him, and besought him that he would come down, and heal his son: for he was at the point of death.
[48] Then said Jesus unto him, Except ye see signs and wonders, ye will not believe.
[49] ¶ The nobleman saith unto him, Sir, come down ere my child die.
[50] ¶ Jesus saith unto him, Go thy way; thy son liveth. And the man believed the word that Jesus had spoken unto him, and he went his way.
[51] And as he was now going down, his servants met him, and told him, saying, Thy son liveth.
[52] ¶ Then inquired he of them the hour when he began to amend. And they said unto him, Yesterday at the seventh hour the fever left him.
[53] So the father knew that it was at the same hour, in the which Jesus said unto him, Thy son liveth: and himself believed, and his whole house.
[54] ¶ This is again the second miracle that Jesus did, when he was come out of Judaea into Galilee.

JST John 4:48-56

4:48 So Jesus came again into Cana of Galilee, where he made the water wine. And there was a certain nobleman, whose son was sick at Capernaum.

4:49 When he heard that Jesus was come out of Judea into Galilee, he went unto him and besought him that he would come down and heal his son; for he was at the point of death.

4:50 Then said Jesus unto him, Except ye see signs and wonders, ye will not believe.

4:51 The nobleman said unto him, Sir, come down before my child die.

4:52 Jesus said unto him, Go thy way; thy son liveth. And the man believed the word which Jesus had spoken unto him, and he went his way.

4:53 And as he was now going down to his house, his servants met him and spake, saying, Thy son liveth.

4:54 Then inquired he of them the hour when he began to mend. And they said unto him, Yesterday at the seventh hour the fever left him.

4:55 So the father knew that his son was healed in the same hour in the which Jesus said unto him, Thy son liveth. And himself believed, and his whole house,

4:56 This being the second miracle which Jesus had done when he had come out of Judea into Galilee.

Rejected at Nazarath

KJV Luke 4:16-30

[16] ¶ And he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up: and, as his custom was, he went into the synagogue on the sabbath day, and stood up for to read.
[17] And there was delivered unto him the book of the prophet Esaias. And when he had opened the book, he found the place where it was written,
[18] The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised,
[19] To preach the acceptable year of the Lord.
[20] And he closed the book, and he gave it again to the minister, and sat down. And the eyes of all them that were in the synagogue were fastened on him.
[21] And he began to say unto them, This day is this scripture fulfilled in your ears.
[22] And all bare him witness, and wondered at the gracious words which proceeded out of his mouth. And they said, Is not this Joseph's son?
[23] ¶ And he said unto them, Ye will surely say unto me this proverb, Physician, heal thyself: whatsoever we have heard done in Capernaum, do also here in thy country.
[24] And he said, Verily I say unto you, No prophet is accepted in his own country.
[25] But I tell you of a truth, many widows were in Israel in the days of Elias, when the heaven was shut up three years and six months, when great famine was throughout all the land;
[26] But unto none of them was Elias sent, save unto Sarepta, a city of Sidon, unto a woman that was a widow.
[27] And many lepers were in Israel in the time of Eliseus the prophet; and none of them was cleansed, saving Naaman the Syrian.
[28] ¶ And all they in the synagogue, when they heard these things, were filled with wrath,
[29] And rose up, and thrust him out of the city, and led him unto the brow of the hill whereon their city was built, that they might cast him down headlong.
[30] But he passing through the midst of them went his way,

JST Luke 4:16-30

4:16 And he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up; and as his custom was, he went into the synagogue on the Sabbath day and stood up to read.

4:17 And there was delivered unto him the book of the prophet Esaias. And when he had opened the book, he found the place where it was written,

4:18 The Spirit of the Lord is upon me because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the broken-hearted, to preach deliverance to the captives and the recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised,

4:19 To preach the acceptable year of the Lord.

4:20 And he closed the book, and he gave it again to the minister, and he sat down.

4:21 And the eyes of all those who were in the synagogue were fastened on him. And he began to say unto them, This day is this scripture fulfilled in your ears.

4:22 And all bare him witness and wondered at the gracious words which proceeded out of his mouth. And they said, Is not this Joseph's son?

4:23 And he said unto them, Ye will surely say unto me this proverb, Physician, heal thyself. Whatsoever we have heard was done in Capernaum, do also here in thy country.

4:24 And he said, Verily, I say unto you, No prophet is accepted in his own country.

4:25 But I tell you the truth: many widows were in Israel in the days of Elias, when the heaven was shut up three years and six months, and great famine was throughout all the land;

4:26 But unto none of them was Elias sent, save unto Sarepta of Sidon, unto a woman who was a widow.

4:27 And many lepers were in Israel in the time of Eliseus, the prophet; and none of them were cleansed, save Naaman, the Syrian.

4:28 And all they in the synagogue, when they heard these things, were filled with wrath,

4:29 And rose up, and thrust him out of the city, and led him unto the brow of the hill, whereon the city was built, that they might cast him down headlong.

4:30 But he, passing through the midst of them, went his way,

Dwells in Capernaum

KJV Matt 4:13-17

[13] And leaving Nazareth, he came and dwelt in Capernaum, which is upon the sea coast, in the borders of Zabulon and Nephthalim:
[14] That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying,
[15] The land of Zabulon, and the land of Nephthalim, by the way of the sea, beyond Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles;
[16] The people which sat in darkness saw great light; and to them which sat in the region and shadow of death light is sprung up.*
[17] ¶ From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.

^*v16 Isa 9:1-2

JST Matt 4:12-15

4:12 And Jesus departed into Galilee; and leaving Nazareth in Zebulun, he came and dwelt in Capernaum, which is upon the seacoast in the borders of Nephthalim,

4:13 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying,

4:14 The land of Zebulun and the land of Nephthalim, in the way of the sea beyond Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles;

4:15 The people which sat in darkness saw a great light; and unto them that sat in the region and shadow of death, light is sprung up.

4:16 From that time, Jesus began to preach and to say, Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.

KJV Luke 4:31

[31] ¶ And came down to Capernaum, a city of Galilee, and taught them on the sabbath days.

JST Luke 4:31

4:31 And came down to Capernaum, a city of Galilee, and taught them on the Sabbath day.

Fisherman called to be fishers of men

KJV Matt 4:18-22

[18] ¶ And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers.
[19] And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.
[20] And they straightway left their nets, and followed him.
[21] ¶ And going on from thence, he saw other two brethren, James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, in a ship with Zebedee their father, mending their nets; and he called them.
[22] And they immediately left the ship and their father, and followed him.

JST Matt 4:17-21

4:17 And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon, called Peter, and Andrew, his brother, casting a net into the sea, for they were fishers.

4:18 And he said unto them, I am he of whom it is written by the prophets. Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.

4:19 And they, believing on his words, left their nets and straightway followed him.

4:20 And going on from thence, he saw two other brethren, James and John, his brother, the sons of Zebedee, in a ship with Zebedee, their father, mending their nets; and he called them.

4:21 And they immediately left their father in the ship and followed him.

KJV Mark 1:16-20

[16] ¶ Now as he walked by the sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and Andrew his brother casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers.
[17] And Jesus said unto them, Come ye after me, and I will make you to become fishers of men.
[18] And straightway they forsook their nets, and followed him.
[19] ¶ And when he had gone a little further thence, he saw James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, who also were in the ship mending their nets.
[20] And straightway he called them: and they left their father Zebedee in the ship with the hired servants, and went after him.

JST Mark 1:14-18

1:14 And now as he walked by the sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and Andrew, his brother, casting a net into the sea, for they were fishers.

1:15 And Jesus said unto them, Come ye after me, and I will make you to become fishers of men.

1:16 And straightway they forsook their nets and followed him.

1:17 And when he had gone a little farther thence, he saw James, the son of Zebedee, and John, his brother, who also were in the ship mending their nets.

1:18 And he called them; and straightway they left their father Zebedee in the ship with the hired servants, and went after him.

KJV Luke 5:1-11

[1] ¶ And it came to pass, that, as the people pressed upon him to hear the word of God, he stood by the lake of Gennesaret,
[2] And saw two ships standing by the lake: but the fishermen were gone out of them, and were washing their nets.
[3] And he entered into one of the ships, which was Simon's, and prayed him that he would thrust out a little from the land. And he sat down, and taught the people out of the ship.
[4] ¶ Now when he had left speaking, he said unto Simon, Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught.
[5] ¶ And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net.
[6] And when they had this done, they inclosed a great multitude of fishes: and their net brake.
[7] And they beckoned unto their partners, which were in the other ship, that they should come and help them. And they came, and filled both the ships, so that they began to sink.
[8] When Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord.
[9] ¶ For he was astonished, and all that were with him, at the draught of the fishes which they had taken:
[10] And so was also James, and John, the sons of Zebedee, which were partners with Simon. And Jesus said unto Simon, Fear not; from henceforth thou shalt catch men.
[11] And when they had brought their ships to land, they forsook all, and followed him.

JST Luke 5:1-11

5:1 And it came to pass, as the people pressed upon him to hear the word of God, he stood by the lake of Gennesaret,

5:2 And saw two ships standing on the lake; but the fishermen were gone out of them and were wetting their nets.

5:3 And he entered into one of the ships, which was Simon's, and prayed him that he would thrust out a little from the land. And he sat down and taught the people out of the ship.

5:4 Now, when he had done speaking, he said to Simon, Launch out into the deep and let down your net for a draught.

5:5 And Simon, answering, said unto him, Master, we have toiled all the night and have taken nothing; nevertheless, at thy word I will let down the net.

5:6 And when they had done this, they enclosed a great multitude of fishes; and their net brake.

5:7 And they beckoned unto their partners, who were in the other ship, that they should come and help them. And they came and filled both the ships, so that they began to sink.

5:8 When Simon Peter saw the multitude of fishes, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord.

5:9 For he was astonished, and all who were with him, at the draught of the fishes which they had taken.

5:10 And so were also James and John, the sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon. And Jesus said unto Simon, Fear not from henceforth, for thou shalt catch men.

5:11 And when they had brought their ships to land, they forsook all and followed him.

Teaches at Capernaum Synagogue

KJV Mark 1:21-22

[21] ¶ And they went into Capernaum; and straightway on the sabbath day he entered into the synagogue, and taught.
[22] And they were astonished at his doctrine: for he taught them as one that had authority, and not as the scribes.

JST Mark 1:19-20

1:19 And they went into Capernaum; and straightway on the Sabbath day he entered into the synagogue and taught.

1:20 And they were astonished at his doctrine; for he taught them as one that had authority, and not as the scribes.

KJV Luke 4:31-32

[31] ¶ And came down to Capernaum, a city of Galilee, and taught them on the sabbath days.
[32] And they were astonished at his doctrine: for his word was with power.

JST Luke 4:31-32

4:31 And came down to Capernaum, a city of Galilee, and taught them on the Sabbath day.

4:32 And they were astonished at his doctrine; for his words were with power.

Heals at Capernaum Synagogue

KJV Mark 1:23-27

[23] ¶ And there was in their synagogue a man with an unclean spirit; and he cried out,
[24] Saying, Let us alone; what have we to do with thee, thou Jesus of Nazareth? art thou come to destroy us? I know thee who thou art, the Holy One of God.
[25] ¶ And Jesus rebuked him, saying, Hold thy peace, and come out of him.
[26] And when the unclean spirit had torn him, and cried with a loud voice, he came out of him.
[27] And they were all amazed, insomuch that they questioned among themselves, saying, What thing is this? what new doctrine is this? for with authority commandeth he even the unclean spirits, and they do obey him.
[28] And immediately his fame spread abroad throughout all the region round about Galilee.

JST Mark 1:21-25

1:21 And there was in their synagogue a man with an unclean spirit; and he cried out, saying, Let us alone; what have we to do with thee, thou Jesus of Nazareth? Art thou come to destroy us? I know thee, who thou art, the Holy one of God.

1:22 And Jesus rebuked him, saying, Hold thy peace and come out of him.

1:23 And when the unclean spirit had torn him and cried with a loud voice, he came out of him.

1:24 And they were all amazed, insomuch that they questioned among themselves, saying, What thing is this? What new doctrine is this? For with authority commandeth he even the unclean spirits, and they do obey him.

1:25 And immediately his fame spread abroad throughout all the regions round about Galilee.

KJV Luke 4:33-37

[33] And in the synagogue there was a man, which had a spirit of an unclean devil, and cried out with a loud voice,
[34] Saying, Let us alone; what have we to do with thee, thou Jesus of Nazareth? art thou come to destroy us? I know thee who thou art; the Holy One of God.
[35] ¶ And Jesus rebuked him, saying, Hold thy peace, and come out of him. And when the devil had thrown him in the midst, he came out of him, and hurt him not.
[36] And they were all amazed, and spake among themselves, saying, What a word is this! for with authority and power he commandeth the unclean spirits, and they come out.
[37] And the fame of him went out into every place of the country round about.

JST Luke 4:33-37

4:33 And in the synagogue there was a man who had a spirit of an unclean devil; and he cried out with a loud voice,

4:34 Saying, Let us alone. What have we to do with thee, Jesus of Nazareth? Art thou come to destroy us? I know thee, who thou art, The Holy One of God.

4:35 Jesus rebuked him, saying, Hold thy peace and come out of him. And when the devil had thrown him in the midst, he came out of him and hurt him not.

4:36 And they were all amazed and spake among themselves, saying, What a word is this! For with authority and power he commandeth the unclean spirits, and they come out.

4:37 And the fame of him went out in every place round about.

Jesus Heals Peter's Mother-in-law

KJV Matt 8:14-15

[14] ¶ And when Jesus was come into Peter's house, he saw his wife's mother laid, and sick of a fever.
[15] And he touched her hand, and the fever left her: and she arose, and ministered unto them.

JST Matt 8:14-15

8:14 And when Jesus was come into Peter's house, he saw his wife's mother laid and sick of a fever.

8:15 And he touched her hand, and the fever left her; and she arose and ministered unto them.

KJV Mark 1:29-31

[29] ¶ And forthwith, when they were come out of the synagogue, they entered into the house of Simon and Andrew, with James and John.
[30] But Simon's wife's mother lay sick of a fever, and anon they tell him of her.
[31] And he came and took her by the hand, and lifted her up; and immediately the fever left her, and she ministered unto them.

JST Mark 1:26-28

1:26 And, forthwith, when they were come out of the synagogue, they entered into the house of Simon and Andrew, with James and John.

1:27 And Simon's wife's mother lay sick of a fever; and they besought him for her.

1:28 And he came, and took her by the hand, and lifted her up; and immediately the fever left her, and she came and ministered unto them.

KJV Luke 4:38-39

[38] ¶ And he arose out of the synagogue, and entered into Simon's house. And Simon's wife's mother was taken with a great fever; and they besought him for her.
[39] And he stood over her, and rebuked the fever; and it left her: and immediately she arose and ministered unto them.

JST Luke 4:38-39

4:38 And he arose, and went out of the synagogue, and entered into Simon's house. And Simon's wife's mother was taken with a great fever; and they besought him for to heal her.

4:39 And he stood over her and rebuked the fever, and it left her; and immediately she arose and ministered unto them.

Jesus Heals in the Evening

KJV Matt 8:16-17

[16] ¶ When the even was come, they brought unto him many that were possessed with devils: and he cast out the spirits with his word, and healed all that were sick:
[17] That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, Himself took our infirmities, and bare our sicknesses.

^*v17 Isa 53:4

JST Matt 8:16-17

8:16 Now when the evening was come, they brought unto him many that were possessed with devils; and he cast out the evil spirits with the word and healed all that were sick,

8:17 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, Himself took our infirmities and bare our sicknesses.

KJV Mark 1:32-34

[32] ¶ And at even, when the sun did set, they brought unto him all that were diseased, and them that were possessed with devils.
[33] And all the city was gathered together at the door.
[34] And he healed many that were sick of divers diseases, and cast out many devils; and suffered not the devils to speak, because they knew him.

JST Mark 1:29-30

1:29 And at evening after sunset, they brought unto him all that were diseased and them that were possessed with devils; and all the city was gathered together at the door.

1:30 And he healed many that were sick of divers diseases, and cast out many devils, and suffered not the devils to speak, because they knew him.

KJV Luke 4:40-41

[40] ¶ Now when the sun was setting, all they that had any sick with divers diseases brought them unto him; and he laid his hands on every one of them, and healed them.
[41] And devils also came out of many, crying out, and saying, Thou art Christ the Son of God. And he rebuking them suffered them not to speak: for they knew that he was Christ.

JST Luke 4:40-41

4:40 Now, when the sun was setting, all they who had any sick, with divers diseases, brought them unto him; and he laid his hands on every one of them and healed them.

4:41 And devils also came out of many, crying out and saying, Thou art Christ, the Son of God. And he, rebuking them, suffered them not to speak; for they knew that he was Christ.

Preaches in Galilee

KJV Matt 4:23-25

[23] ¶ And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all manner of sickness and all manner of disease among the people.
[24] And his fame went throughout all Syria: and they brought unto him all sick people that were taken with divers diseases and torments, and those which were possessed with devils, and those which were lunatick, and those that had the palsy; and he healed them.
[25] And there followed him great multitudes of people from Galilee, and from Decapolis, and from Jerusalem, and from Judaea, and from beyond Jordan.

JST Matt 4:22-24

4:22 And Jesus went about all Galilee teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all manner of sickness and all manner of diseases among the people which believed on his name.

4:23 And his fame went throughout all Syria; and they brought unto him all sick people that were taken with divers diseases, and torments, and those who were possessed with devils, and those who were lunatic, and those that had the palsy; and he healed them.

4:24 And there followed him great multitudes of people from Galilee, and Decapolis, and Jerusalem, and Judea, and beyond Jordan.

KJV Mark 1:35-39

[35] ¶ And in the morning, rising up a great while before day, he went out, and departed into a solitary place, and there prayed.
[36] And Simon and they that were with him followed after him.
[37] And when they had found him, they said unto him, All men seek for thee.
[38] ¶ And he said unto them, Let us go into the next towns, that I may preach there also: for therefore came I forth.
[39] ¶ And he preached in their synagogues throughout all Galilee, and cast out devils.

JST Mark 1:31-35

1:31 And in the morning, rising up a great while before day, he went out, and departed into a solitary place, and there prayed.

1:32 And Simon and they that were with him followed after him.

1:33 And when they had found him, they said unto him, All men seek for thee.

1:34 And he said unto them, Let us go into the next towns, that I may preach there also; for, therefore, came I forth.

1:35 And he preached in their synagogues throughout all Galilee and cast out devils.

KJV Luke 4:42-44

[42] ¶ And when it was day, he departed and went into a desert place: and the people sought him, and came unto him, and stayed him, that he should not depart from them.
[43] And he said unto them, I must preach the kingdom of God to other cities also: for therefore am I sent.
[44] And he preached in the synagogues of Galilee.

JST Luke 4:42-44

4:42 And when it was day, he departed and went into a solitary place; and the people sought him, and came unto him, and desired him that he should not depart from them.

4:43 But he said unto them, I must preach the kingdom of God to other cities also, for therefore am I sent.

4:44 And he preached in the synagogues of Galilee.

Sermon on the Mount contract

Introduction

KJV Matt 5:1-2

[1] ¶ And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him:
[2] And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying,

JST Matt 5:1-4

5:1 And Jesus, seeing the multitudes, went up into a mountain; and when he was set down, his disciples came unto him;

5:2 And he opened his mouth and taught them, saying,

5:3 Blessed are they who shall believe on me; and again, more blessed are they who shall believe on your words when ye shall testify that ye have seen me and that I am.

5:4 Yea, blessed are they who shall believe on your words, and come down into the depth of humility, and be baptized in my name; for they shall be visited with fire and the Holy Ghost and shall receive a remission of their sins.

Beatutides

KJV Matt 5:3-12

[3] Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
[4] Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.
[5] Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.
[6] Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.
[7] Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.
[8] Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.
[9] Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
[10] Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
[11] Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake.
[12] Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.

JST Matt 5:5-14

5:5 Yea, blessed are the poor in spirit who come unto me; for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

5:6 And again, blessed are they that mourn; for they shall be comforted.

5:7 And blessed are the meek; for they shall inherit the earth.

5:8 And blessed are all they that do hunger and thirst after righteousness; for they shall be filled with the Holy Ghost.

5:9 And blessed are the merciful; for they shall obtain mercy.

5:10 And blessed are all the pure in heart; for they shall see God.

5:11 And blessed are all the peacemakers; for they shall be called the children of God.

5:12 Blessed are all they that are persecuted for my name's sake; for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

5:13 And blessed are ye when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake;

5:14 For ye shall have great joy and be exceeding glad; for great shall be your reward in heaven; for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.

See 3 Ne 12:3-12

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KJV Matt 5:13-16

[13] ¶ Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men.
[14] ¶ Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.
[15] Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house.
[16] Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.

JST Matt 5:15-18

5:15 Verily, verily, I say unto you, I give unto you to be the salt of the earth; but if the salt shall lose its savor, wherewith shall the earth be salted? The salt shall thenceforth be good for nothing, but to be cast out and to be trodden underfoot of men.

5:16 Verily, verily, I say unto you, I give unto you to be the light of the world; a city that is set on a hill cannot be hid.

5:17 Behold, do men light a candle and put it under a bushel? Nay, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light to all that are in the house.

5:18 Therefore, let your light so shine before this world, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father who is in heaven.

See 3 Ne 12:13-16; D&C 101:39-40

Law Fulfilled

KJV Matt 5:17-20

[17] ¶ Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.
[18] For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled.
[19] Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven.
[20] For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven.

JST Matt 5:19-22

5:19 Think not that I am come to destroy the law or the prophets; I am not come to destroy, but to fulfill.

5:20 For verily, I say unto you, Heaven and earth must pass away, but one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law until all be fulfilled.

5:21 Whosoever, therefore, shall break one of these least commandments and shall teach men so to do, he shall in no wise be saved in the kingdom of heaven; but whosoever shall do and teach these commandments of the law until it be fulfilled, the same shall be called great and shall be saved in the kingdom of heaven.

5:22 For I say unto you, except your righteousness shall exceed that of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven.

See Luke 16:17; 3 Ne 12:17-20, 46-47

Intent of the Law: Clean Hands and a Pure Heart

KJV Matt 5:21-48

[21] ¶ Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill; and whosoever shall kill shall be in danger of the judgment:
[22] But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council: but whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire.
[23] Therefore if thou bring thy gift to the altar, and there rememberest that thy brother hath ought against thee;
[24] Leave there thy gift before the altar, and go thy way; first be reconciled to thy brother, and then come and offer thy gift.
[25] Agree with thine adversary quickly, whiles thou art in the way with him; lest at any time the adversary deliver thee to the judge, and the judge deliver thee to the officer, and thou be cast into prison.
[26] Verily I say unto thee, Thou shalt by no means come out thence, till thou hast paid the uttermost farthing.
[27 ¶ Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery:
[28] But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.

[29] And if thy right eye offend thee, pluck it out, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body should be cast into hell.
[30] And if thy right hand offend thee, cut if off, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body should be cast into hell.

[31] ¶ It hath been said, Whosoever shall put away his wife, let him give her a writing of divorcement:
[32] But I say unto you, That whosoever shall put away his wife, saving for the cause of fornication, causeth her to commit adultery: and whosoever shall marry her that is divorced committeth adultery.
[33] ¶ Again, ye have heard that it hath been said by them of old time, Thou shalt not forswear thyself, but shalt perform unto the Lord thine oaths:
[34] But I say unto you, Swear not at all; neither by heaven; for it is God's throne:
[35] Nor by the earth; for it is his footstool: neither by Jerusalem; for it is the city of the great King.
[36] Neither shalt thou swear by thy head, because thou canst not make one hair white or black.
[37] But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil.
[38] ¶ Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth:
[39] But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
[40] And if any man will sue thee at the law, and take away thy coat, let him have thy cloke also.
[41] And whosoever shall compel thee to go a mile, go with him twain.
[42] Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away.
[43] ¶ Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy.
[44] But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
[45] That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust.
[46] For if ye love them which love you, what reward have ye? do not even the publicans the same?
[47] And if ye salute your brethren only, what do ye more than others? do not even the publicans so?
[48] Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.

JST Matt 5:23-50

5:23 Ye have heard that it hath been said by them of old time that thou shalt not kill; and whosoever shall kill shall be in danger of the judgment of God.

5:24 But I say unto you that whosoever is angry with his brother shall be in danger of his judgment; and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, or Rabcha, shall be in danger of the council; and whosoever shall say to his brother, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hellfire.

5:25 Therefore, if ye shall come unto me, or shall desire to come unto me, or if thou bring thy gift to the altar, and there rememberest that thy brother hath aught against thee,

5:26 Leave thou thy gift before the altar, and go thy way unto thy brother, and first be reconciled to thy brother, and then come and offer thy gift.

5:27 Agree with thine adversary quickly, while thou art in the way with him, lest at any time thine adversary deliver thee to the judge, and the judge deliver thee to the officer, and thou be cast into prison.

5:28 Verily, I say unto thee, Thou shalt by no means come out thence until thou hast paid the uttermost farthing.

5:29 Behold, it is written by them of old time that thou shalt not commit adultery.

5:30 But I say unto you that whosoever looketh on a woman, to lust after her, hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.

5:31 Behold, I give unto you a commandment, that ye suffer none of these things to enter into your heart; for it is better that ye should deny yourselves of these things, wherein ye will take up your cross, than that ye should be cast into hell.

5:32 Therefore, if thy right eye offend thee, pluck it out and cast it from thee; for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body should be cast into hell.

5:33 Or if thy right hand offend thee, cut it off and cast it from thee; for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body should be cast into hell.

5:34 And now this I speak, a parable concerning your sins; wherefore, cast them from you, that ye may not be hewn down and cast into the fire.

5:35 It hath been written that whosoever shall put away his wife, let him give her a writing of divorcement.

5:36 Verily, verily, I say unto you that whosoever shall put away his wife, saving for the cause of fornication, causeth her to commit adultery; and whosoever shall marry her that is divorced committeth adultery.

5:37 Again, it hath been written by them of old time, Thou shalt not forswear thyself, but shalt perform unto the Lord thine oaths.

5:38 But I say unto you, Swear not at all: neither by heaven, for it is God's throne; nor by the earth, for it is his footstool; neither by Jerusalem, for it is the city of the great King; neither shalt thou swear by thy head, because thou canst not make one hair white or black.

5:39 But let your communication be Yea, yea; Nay, nay; for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil.

5:40 Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth.

5:41 But I say unto you that ye resist not evil; but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

5:42 And if any man will sue thee at the law and take away thy coat, let him have it; and if he sue thee again, let him have thy cloak also.

5:43 And whosoever shall compel thee to go a mile, go with him a mile; and whosoever shall compel thee to go with him twain, thou shalt go with him twain.

5:44 Give to him that asketh of thee; and from him that would borrow of thee, turn not thou away.

5:45 Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbor, and hate thine enemy.

5:46 But I say unto you, Love your enemies; bless them that curse you; do good to them that hate you; and pray for them which despitefully use you and persecute you;

5:47 That ye may be the children of your Father who is in heaven; for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust.

5:48 For if ye love only them which love you, what reward have you? Do not even the publicans the same?

5:49 And if ye salute your brethren only, what do ye more than others? Do not even the publicans the same?

5:50 Ye are, therefore, commanded to be perfect, even as your Father who is in heaven is perfect.

See Luke 12:58-59; 16:18; 6:27-36; 3 Ne 12:21-45, 48

Righteous Motivations

KJV Matt 6:1-18

[1] ¶ Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven.
[2] Therefore when thou doest thine alms, do not sound a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may have glory of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.
[3] But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:
[4] That thine alms may be in secret: and thy Father which seeth in secret himself shall reward thee openly.
[5] ¶ And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.
[6] But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly.
[7] But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.
[8] ¶ Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him.
[9] After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.
[10] Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.
[11] Give us this day our daily bread.
[12] And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.
[13] And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.
[14] ¶ For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you:
[15] But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.
[16] ¶ Moreover when ye fast, be not, as the hypocrites, of a sad countenance: for they disfigure their faces, that they may appear unto men to fast. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.
[17] But thou, when thou fastest, anoint thine head, and wash thy face;
[18] That thou appear not unto men to fast, but unto thy Father which is in secret: and thy Father, which seeth in secret, shall reward thee openly.

JST Matt 6:1-18

6:1 And it came to pass that as Jesus taught his disciples, he said unto them, Take heed that ye do not your alms before men to be seen of them; otherwise, ye have no reward of your Father who is in heaven.

6:2 Therefore, when thou doest alms, do not sound a trumpet before thee as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may have glory of men. Verily, I say unto you, They have their reward.

6:3 But when thou doest alms, let it be unto thee as thy left hand not knowing what thy right hand doeth,

6:4 That thine alms may be in secret; and thy Father who seeth in secret, himself shall reward thee openly.

6:5 And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites; for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men; for, verily, I say unto you, They have their reward.

6:6 But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet; and when thou hast shut the door, pray to thy Father who is in secret; and thy Father who seeth in secret shall reward thee openly.

6:7 But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions as the hypocrites do; for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.

6:8 Therefore, be ye not like unto them; for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of before ye ask him.

6:9 Therefore, after this manner shall ye pray, saying,

6:10 Our Father who art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.

6:11 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth, as it is done in heaven.

6:12 Give us this day our daily bread.

6:13 And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us.

6:14 And suffer us not to be led into temptation, but deliver us from evil.

6:15 For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever, Amen.

6:16 For if ye forgive men their trespasses, who trespass against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you; but if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your heavenly Father forgive you your trespasses.

6:17 Moreover, when ye fast, be not as the hypocrites, of a sad countenance; for they disfigure their faces, that they may appear unto men to fast. Verily, I say unto you, They have their reward.

6:18 But thou, when thou fastest, anoint thy head and wash thy face, that thou appear not unto men to fast, but unto thy Father who is in secret; and thy Father who seeth in secret shall reward thee openly.

See Luke 11:2-4; 3 Ne 13:1-18

Relating to Possessions

KJV Matt 6:19-34

[19] ¶ Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
[20] But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal:
[21] For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.
[22] ¶ The light of the body is the eye: if therefore thine eye be single, thy whole body shall be full of light.
[23] But if thine eye be evil, thy whole body shall be full of darkness. If therefore the light that is in thee be darkness, how great is that darkness!
[24] ¶ No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.

[25] ¶ Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment?
[26] Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they?

[27] Which of you by taking thought can add one cubit unto his stature?
[28] ¶ And why take ye thought for raiment? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin:
[29] And yet I say unto you, That even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these.
[30] Wherefore, if God so clothe the grass of the field, which to day is, and to morrow is cast into the oven, shall he not much more clothe you, O ye of little faith?

[31] ¶ Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?
[32] (For after all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things.

[33] But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
[34] Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.

JST Matt 6:19-39

6:19 Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt and where thieves break through and steal.

6:20 But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt and where thieves do not break through nor steal.

6:21 For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.

6:22 The light of the body is the eye; if, therefore, thine eye be single to the glory of God, thy whole body shall be full of light.

6:23 But if thine eye be evil, thy whole body shall be full of darkness. If, therefore, the light which is in thee be darkness, how great shall that darkness be.

6:24 No man can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one and love the other, or else he will hold to the one and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.

6:25 And again, I say unto you, Go ye into the world and care not for the world; for the world will hate you, and will persecute you, and will turn you out of their synagogues.

6:26 Nevertheless, ye shall go forth from house to house, teaching the people; and I will go before you.

6:27 And your heavenly Father will provide for you whatsoever things ye need for food, what ye shall eat, and for raiment, what ye shall wear or put on.

6:28 Therefore, I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat or what ye shall drink, nor yet for your bodies, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment?

6:29 Behold the fowls of the air, for they sow not; neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they? How much more will he not feed you?

6:30 Wherefore, take no thought for these things, but keep my commandments wherewith I have commanded you.

6:31 For which of you by taking thought can add one cubit unto his stature?

6:32 And why take ye thought for raiment? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin.

6:33 And yet I say unto you that even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these.

6:34 Therefore, if God so clothe the grass of the field, which today is, and tomorrow is cast into the oven, how much more will he not provide for you if ye are not of little faith.

6:35 Therefore, take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?

6:36 Why is it that ye murmur among yourselves, saying, We cannot obey thy word, because ye have not all these things, and seek to excuse yourselves, saying that after all these things do the Gentiles seek.

6:37 Behold, I say unto you that your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things.

6:38 Wherefore, seek not the things of this world; but seek ye first to build up the kingdom of God and to establish his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

6:39 Take, therefore, no thought for the morrow; for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day shall be the evil thereof.

See Luke 11:34-36; Luke 12:22-34; 3 Ne 13:19-34

Teaching People the Gospel

KJV Matt 7:1-12

[1] ¶ Judge not, that ye be not judged.
[2] For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again.
[3] And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother's eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye?
[4] Or how wilt thou say to thy brother, Let me pull out the mote out of thine eye; and, behold, a beam is in thine own eye?

[5] Thou hypocrite, first cast out the beam out of thine own eye; and then shalt thou see clearly to cast out the mote out of thy brother's eye.
[6] ¶ Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you.

[7] ¶ Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:
[8] For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened.

[9] Or what man is there of you, whom if his son ask bread, will he give him a stone?
[10] Or if he ask a fish, will he give him a serpent?
[11] If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in heaven give good things to them that ask him?
[12] Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.

JST Matt 7:1-21

7:1 Now these are the words which Jesus taught his disciples that they should say unto the people:

7:2 Judge not unrighteously, that ye be not judged; but judge righteous judgment.

7:3 For with what judgment ye shall judge, ye shall be judged; and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again.

7:4 And again, ye shall say unto them, Why is it that thou beholdest the mote that is in thy brother's eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye?

7:5 Or how wilt thou say to thy brother, Let me pull out the mote out of thine eye, and canst not behold a beam in thine own eye?

7:6 And Jesus said unto his disciples, Beholdest thou the scribes, and the Pharisees, and the priests, and the Levites? They teach in their synagogues, but do not observe the law nor the commandments; and all have gone out of the way and are under sin.

7:7 Go thou and say unto them, Why teach ye men the law and the commandments, when ye yourselves are the children of corruption?

7:8 Say unto them, Ye hypocrites! First cast out the beam out of thine own eye; and then shalt thou see clearly to cast out the mote out of thy brother's eye.

7:9 Go ye into the world, saying unto all, Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come nigh unto you.

7:10 And the mysteries of the kingdom ye shall keep within yourselves; for it is not meet to give that which is holy unto the dogs; neither cast ye your pearls unto swine, lest they trample them under their feet.

7:11 For the world cannot receive that which ye, yourselves, are not able to bear; wherefore, ye shall not give your pearls unto them, lest they turn again and rend you.

7:12 Say unto them, Ask of God; ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you.

7:13 For everyone that asketh, receiveth; and he that seeketh, findeth; and unto him that knocketh, it shall be opened.

7:14 And then said his disciples unto him, They will say unto us, We ourselves are righteous and need not that any man should teach us. God, we know, heard Moses and some of the prophets; but us he will not hear.

7:15 And they will say, We have the law for our salvation, and that is sufficient for us.

7:16 Then Jesus answered and said unto his disciples, Thus shall ye say unto them:

7:17 What man among you, having a son, and he shall be standing out and shall say, Father, open thy house that I may come in and sup with thee, will not say, Come in, my son; for mine is thine, and thine is mine?

7:18 Or what man is there among you, who, if his son ask bread, will give him a stone?

7:19 Or if he ask a fish, will he give him a serpent?

7:20 If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father who is in heaven give good things to them that ask him?

7:21 Therefore, all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them; for this is the law and the prophets.

See Luke 6:37-38; Luke 6:41-42; Luke 11:9-13; 3 Ne 14:1-12

Two Choices

KJV Matt 7:13-27

[13] ¶ Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat:
[14] Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.
[15] ¶ Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.
[16] Ye shall know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles?
[17] Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit.
[18] A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit, neither can a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit.
[19] Every tree that bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire.
[20] Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them.
[21] ¶ Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
[22] Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works?
[23] And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity.
[24] ¶ Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock:
[25] And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon a rock.
[26] ¶ And every one that heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them not, shall be likened unto a foolish man, which built his house upon the sand:
[27] And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell: and great was the fall of it.

JST Matt 7:22-35

7:22 Repent, therefore, and enter ye in at the strait gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leadeth to destruction; and many there be who go in thereat.

7:23 Because strait is the gate and narrow is the way that leadeth unto life; and few there be that find it.

7:24 And again, beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.

7:25 Ye shall know them by their fruits; for do men gather grapes of thorns or figs of thistles?

7:26 Even so, every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit.

7:27 A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit; neither can a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit.

7:28 Every tree that bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down and cast into the fire.

7:29 Wherefore, by their fruits ye shall know them.

7:30 Verily, I say unto you, It is not everyone that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, that shall enter into the kingdom of heaven, but he that doeth the will of my Father who is in heaven.

7:31 For the day soon cometh that men shall come before me to judgment, to be judged according to their works.

7:32 And many will say unto me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name; and in thy name cast out devils; and in thy name done many wonderful works?

7:33 And then will I say, Ye never knew me; depart from me, ye that work iniquity.

7:34 Therefore, whosoever heareth these sayings of mine and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, who built his house upon a rock; and the rains descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat upon that house; and it fell not, for it was founded upon a rock.

7:35 And everyone that heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them not, shall be likened unto a foolish man, who built his house upon the sand; and the rains descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat upon that house; and it fell, and great was the fall of it.

See Luke 13:23-24; Luke 6:41-42; Luke 6:46; Luke 13:25-30; Luke 6:47-49; 3 Ne 14:13-27

Jesus taught with authority

KJV Matt 7:28-29

[28] ¶ And it came to pass, when Jesus had ended these sayings, the people were astonished at his doctrine:
[29] For he taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes.

JST Matt 7:36-37

7:36 And it came to pass when Jesus had ended these sayings with his disciples, the people were astonished at his doctrine;

7:37 For he taught them as one having authority from God, and not as having authority from the scribes.

KJV Mark 1:22

[22] And they were astonished at his doctrine: for he taught them as one that had authority, and not as the scribes.

JST Mark 1:20

1:20 And they were astonished at his doctrine; for he taught them as one that had authority, and not as the scribes.

Jesus's Second Galilean Ministry ^Continued contract

Jesus Heals a Leper

KJV Matt 8:1-4

[1] ¶ When he was come down from the mountain, great multitudes followed him.
[2] And, behold, there came a leper and worshipped him, saying, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean.
[3] ¶ And Jesus put forth his hand, and touched him, saying, I will; be thou clean. And immediately his leprosy was cleansed.
[4] ¶ And Jesus saith unto him, See thou tell no man; but go thy way, shew thyself to the priest, and offer the gift that Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them.

JST Matt 8:1-4

8:1 And when Jesus was come down from the mountain, great multitudes followed him.

8:2 And, behold, there came a leper worshiping him, saying, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean.

8:3 And Jesus put forth his hand and touched him, saying, I will; be thou clean. And immediately his leprosy was cleansed.

8:4 And Jesus said unto him, See thou tell no man; but go thy way, and show thyself to the priest, and offer the gift that Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them.

KJV Mark 1:40-45

[40] ¶ And there came a leper to him, beseeching him, and kneeling down to him, and saying unto him, If thou wilt, thou canst make me clean.
[41] ¶ And Jesus, moved with compassion, put forth his hand, and touched him, and saith unto him, I will; be thou clean.
[42] And as soon as he had spoken, immediately the leprosy departed from him, and he was cleansed.
[43] And he straitly charged him, and forthwith sent him away;
[44] And saith unto him, See thou say nothing to any man: but go thy way, shew thyself to the priest, and offer for thy cleansing those things which Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them.
[45] ¶ But he went out, and began to publish it much, and to blaze abroad the matter, insomuch that Jesus could no more openly enter into the city, but was without in desert places: and they came to him from every quarter.

JST Mark 1:36-40

1:36 And there came a leper to him, beseeching him, and, kneeling down to him, said, If thou wilt, thou canst make me clean.

1:37 And Jesus, moved with compassion, put forth his hand, and touched him, and said unto him, I will; be thou clean.

1:38 And as soon as he had spoken, immediately the leprosy departed from him, and he was cleansed.

1:39 And he straitly charged him, and forthwith sent him away; and said unto him, See thou say nothing to any man; but go thy way, show thyself to the priest, and offer for thy cleansing those things which Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them.

1:40 But he went out, and began to publish it much, and to blaze abroad the matter, insomuch that Jesus could no more openly enter into the city, but was without in solitary places; and they came to him from every quarter.

KJV Luke 5:12-16

[12] ¶ And it came to pass, when he was in a certain city, behold a man full of leprosy: who seeing Jesus fell on his face, and besought him, saying, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean.
[13] ¶ And he put forth his hand, and touched him, saying, I will: be thou clean. And immediately the leprosy departed from him.
[14] And he charged him to tell no man: but go, and shew thyself to the priest, and offer for thy cleansing, according as Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them.
[15] ¶ But so much the more went there a fame abroad of him: and great multitudes came together to hear, and to be healed by him of their infirmities.
[16] And he withdrew himself into the wilderness, and prayed.

JST Luke 5:12-16

5:12 And it came to pass, when he was in a certain city, behold, a man full of leprosy, who, seeing Jesus, fell on his face and besought him, saying, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean.

5:13 And he put forth his hand and touched him, saying, I will; be thou clean. And immediately the leprosy departed from him.

5:14 And he charged him to tell no man, but said unto him, Go and show thyself to the priests, and offer for thy cleansing, according as Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them.

5:15 But so much the more went there a fame abroad of him; and great multitudes came together to hear and to be healed by him of their infirmities.

5:16 And he withdrew himself into the wilderness and prayed.

Jesus Heals a Paralytic

KJV Matt 9:1-8

[1] ¶ And he entered into a ship, and passed over, and came into his own city.
[2] And, behold, they brought to him a man sick of the palsy, lying on a bed: and Jesus seeing their faith said unto the sick of the palsy; Son, be of good cheer; thy sins be forgiven thee.
[3] ¶ And, behold, certain of the scribes said within themselves, This man blasphemeth.
[4] ¶ And Jesus knowing their thoughts said, Wherefore think ye evil in your hearts?
[5] For whether is easier, to say, Thy sins be forgiven thee; or to say, Arise, and walk?
[6] But that ye may know that the Son of man hath power on earth to forgive sins, (then saith he to the sick of the palsy,) Arise, take up thy bed, and go unto thine house.
[7] And he arose, and departed to his house.
[8] ¶ But when the multitudes saw it, they marvelled, and glorified God, which had given such power unto men.

JST Matt 9:1-9

9:1 And Jesus entered into a ship, and passed over, and came into his own city.

9:2 And, behold, they brought to him a man sick of the palsy, lying on a bed; and Jesus, knowing their faith, said unto the sick of the palsy, Son, be of good cheer; thy sins be forgiven thee; go thy way and sin no more.

9:3 And, behold, certain of the scribes said within themselves, This man blasphemeth.

9:4 And Jesus, knowing their thoughts, said, Wherefore is it that ye think evil in your hearts?

9:5 For is it not easier to say, Thy sins be forgiven thee, than to say, Arise and walk?

9:6 But I said this that ye may know that the Son of Man hath power on earth to forgive sins.

9:7 Then Jesus said unto the sick of the palsy, Arise, take up thy bed, and go unto thy house.

9:8 And he immediately arose and departed to his house.

9:9 But when the multitude saw it, they marveled and glorified God, who had given such power unto men.

KJV Mark 2:1-13

[1] ¶ And again he entered into Capernaum, after some days; and it was noised that he was in the house.
[2] And straightway many were gathered together, insomuch that there was no room to receive them, no, not so much as about the door: and he preached the word unto them.
[3] And they come unto him, bringing one sick of the palsy, which was borne of four.
[4] And when they could not come nigh unto him for the press, they uncovered the roof where he was: and when they had broken it up, they let down the bed wherein the sick of the palsy lay.
[5] ¶ When Jesus saw their faith, he said unto the sick of the palsy, Son, thy sins be forgiven thee.
[6] ¶ But there were certain of the scribes sitting there, and reasoning in their hearts,
[7] Why doth this man thus speak blasphemies? who can forgive sins but God only?
[8] ¶ And immediately when Jesus perceived in his spirit that they so reasoned within themselves, he said unto them, Why reason ye these things in your hearts?
[9] Whether is it easier to say to the sick of the palsy, Thy sins be forgiven thee; or to say, Arise, and take up thy bed, and walk?
[10] But that ye may know that the Son of man hath power on earth to forgive sins, (he saith to the sick of the palsy,)
[11] I say unto thee, Arise, and take up thy bed, and go thy way into thine house.
[12] And immediately he arose, took up the bed, and went forth before them all; insomuch that they were all amazed, and glorified God, saying, We never saw it on this fashion.
[13] And he went forth again by the sea side; and all the multitude resorted unto him, and he taught them.

JST Mark 2:1-10

2:1 And again, he entered into Capernaum after many days; and it was noised abroad that he was in the house.

2:2 And straightway many were gathered together, insomuch that there was no room to receive the multitude, no, not so much as about the door; and he preached the word unto them.

2:3 And they came unto him, bringing one sick of the palsy, which was borne of four persons.

2:4 And when they could not come nigh unto him, for the press, they uncovered the roof where he was; and when they had broken it up, they let down the bed wherein the sick of the palsy lay.

2:5 When Jesus saw their faith, he said unto the sick of the palsy, Son, thy sins be forgiven thee.

2:6 But there were certain of the scribes sitting there and reasoning in their hearts, Why doth this man thus speak blasphemies? Who can forgive sins but God only?

2:7 And immediately, when Jesus perceived in his spirit that they so reasoned within themselves, he said unto them, Why reason ye these things in your hearts? Is it not easier to say to the sick of the palsy, Thy sins be forgiven thee, than to say, Arise, and take up thy bed and walk?

2:8 But that ye may know that the Son of Man hath power on earth to forgive sins, he said to the sick of the palsy, I say unto thee, Arise, and take up thy bed, and go thy way into thy house.

2:9 And immediately he arose, took up the bed, and went forth before them all, insomuch that they were all amazed, and many glorified God, saying, We never saw the power of God after this manner.

2:10 And Jesus went forth again by the seaside, and all the multitude resorted unto him, and he taught them.

KJV Luke 5:17-26

[17] ¶ And it came to pass on a certain day, as he was teaching, that there were Pharisees and doctors of the law sitting by, which were come out of every town of Galilee, and Judaea, and Jerusalem: and the power of the Lord was present to heal them.
[18] And, behold, men brought in a bed a man which was taken with a palsy: and they sought means to bring him in, and to lay him before him.
[19] And when they could not find by what way they might bring him in because of the multitude, they went upon the housetop, and let him down through the tiling with his couch into the midst before Jesus.
[20] ¶ And when he saw their faith, he said unto him, Man, thy sins are forgiven thee.
[21] ¶ And the scribes and the Pharisees began to reason, saying, Who is this which speaketh blasphemies? Who can forgive sins, but God alone?
[22] ¶ But when Jesus perceived their thoughts, he answering said unto them, What reason ye in your hearts?
[23] Whether is easier, to say, Thy sins be forgiven thee; or to say, Rise up and walk?
[24] But that ye may know that the Son of man hath power upon earth to forgive sins, (he said unto the sick of the palsy,) I say unto thee, Arise, and take up thy couch, and go into thine house.
[25] ¶ And immediately he rose up before them, and took up that whereon he lay, and departed to his own house, glorifying God.
[26] And they were all amazed, and they glorified God, and were filled with fear, saying, We have seen strange things to day.

JST Luke 5:17-26

5:17 And it came to pass on a certain day, as he was teaching, that there were Pharisees and doctors of the law sitting by, who were come out of every town of Galilee, and Judea, and Jerusalem. And the power of the Lord was present to heal them.

5:18 And behold, men brought in a bed, a man who was taken with a palsy; and they sought to bring him in and to lay him before Jesus.

5:19 And when they found that they could not bring him in for the multitude, they went upon the housetop and let him down through the tiling, with his couch, into the midst before Jesus.

5:20 Now he saw their faith and said unto the man, Thy sins are forgiven thee.

5:21 And the scribes and Pharisees began to reason, saying, Who is this that speaketh blasphemies? Who can forgive sins but God alone?

5:22 But Jesus perceived their thoughts, and he said unto them, What reason ye in your hearts?

5:23 Does it require more power to forgive sins than to make the sick rise up and walk?

5:24 But, that ye may know that the Son of Man hath power upon earth to forgive sins, I said it. And he said unto the sick of the palsy, I say unto thee, Arise, and take up thy couch, and go unto thy house.

5:25 And immediately he rose up before them, and took up that whereon he lay, and departed to his own house, glorifying God.

5:26 And they were all amazed; and they glorified God and were filled with fear, saying, We have seen strange things today.

Feast at Matthew's House

KJV Matt 9:9-13

[9] ¶ And as Jesus passed forth from thence, he saw a man, named Matthew, sitting at the receipt of custom: and he saith unto him, Follow me. And he arose, and followed him.
[10] ¶ And it came to pass, as Jesus sat at meat in the house, behold, many publicans and sinners came and sat down with him and his disciples.
[11] And when the Pharisees saw it, they said unto his disciples, Why eateth your Master with publicans and sinners?
[12] ¶ But when Jesus heard that, he said unto them, They that be whole need not a physician, but they that are sick.
[13] But go ye and learn what that meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice:* for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.

^*v13 Hosea 6:6

JST Matt 9:10-14

9:10 And as Jesus passed forth from thence, he saw a man named Matthew, sitting at the place where they received tribute, as was customary in those days; and he said unto him, Follow me. And he arose and followed him.

9:11 And it came to pass, as Jesus sat at meat in the house, behold, many publicans and sinners came and sat down with him and with his disciples.

9:12 And when the Pharisees saw them, they said unto his disciples, Why eateth your master with publicans and sinners?

9:13 But when Jesus heard them, he said unto them, They that be whole need not a physician, but they that are sick.

9:14 But go ye and learn what this meaneth: I will have mercy and not sacrifice; for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.

KJV Mark 2:13-17

[14] ¶ And as he passed by, he saw Levi the son of Alphaeus sitting at the receipt of custom, and said unto him, Follow me. And he arose and followed him.
[15] ¶ And it came to pass, that, as Jesus sat at meat in his house, many publicans and sinners sat also together with Jesus and his disciples: for there were many, and they followed him.
[16] And when the scribes and Pharisees saw him eat with publicans and sinners, they said unto his disciples, How is it that he eateth and drinketh with publicans and sinners?
[17] ¶ When Jesus heard it, he saith unto them, They that are whole have no need of the physician, but they that are sick: I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.

JST Mark 2:10-15

2:11 And as he passed by, he saw Levi, the son of Alpheus, sitting at the place where they receive tribute as was customary in those days; and he said unto him, Follow me; and he arose and followed him.

2:12 And it came to pass, as Jesus sat at meat in his house, many publicans and sinners sat also together with him and his disciples; for there were many, and they followed him.

2:13 And when the scribes and Pharisees saw him eat with publicans and sinners, they said unto his disciples, How is it that he eateth and drinketh with publicans and sinners?

2:14 When Jesus heard this, he said unto them, They that are whole have no need of the physician, but they that are sick.

2:15 I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.

KJV Luke 5:27-32

[27] ¶ And after these things he went forth, and saw a publican, named Levi, sitting at the receipt of custom: and he said unto him, Follow me.
[28] And he left all, rose up, and followed him.
[29] ¶ And Levi made him a great feast in his own house: and there was a great company of publicans and of others that sat down with them.
[30] But their scribes and Pharisees murmured against his disciples, saying, Why do ye eat and drink with publicans and sinners?
[31] ¶ And Jesus answering said unto them, They that are whole need not a physician; but they that are sick.
[32] I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.

JST Luke 5:27-32

5:27 And after these things he went forth and saw a publican named Levi, sitting at the place where they received custom; and he said unto him, Follow me.

5:28 And he left all, rose up, and followed him.

5:29 And Levi made him a great feast in his own house; and there was a great company of publicans and of others who sat down with them.

5:30 But the scribes and Pharisees murmured against his disciples, saying, Why do ye eat and drink with publicans and sinners?

5:31 Jesus, answering, said unto them, They that are whole need not a physician, but they that are sick.

5:32 I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.

John's Discipes Ask About Fasting

KJV Matt 9:14-17

[14] ¶ Then came to him the disciples of John, saying, Why do we and the Pharisees fast oft, but thy disciples fast not?
[15] ¶ And Jesus said unto them, Can the children of the bridechamber mourn, as long as the bridegroom is with them? but the days will come, when the bridegroom shall be taken from them, and then shall they fast.
[16] No man putteth a piece of new cloth unto an old garment, for that which is put in to fill it up taketh from the garment, and the rent is made worse.
[17] Neither do men put new wine into old bottles: else the bottles break, and the wine runneth out, and the bottles perish: but they put new wine into new bottles, and both are preserved.

JST Matt 9:15-23

9:15 And while he was thus teaching, there came to him the disciples of John, saying, Why do we and the Pharisees fast oft, but thy disciples fast not?

9:16 And Jesus said unto them, Can the children of the bride-chamber mourn, as long as the bridegroom is with them?

9:17 But the days will come when the bridegroom shall be taken from them; and then shall they fast.

9:18 Then said the Pharisees unto him, Why will ye not receive us with our baptism, seeing we keep the whole law?

9:19 But Jesus said unto them, Ye keep not the law. If ye had kept the law, ye would have received me; for I am he who gave the law.

9:20 I receive not you with your baptism because it profiteth you nothing.

9:21 For when that which is new is come, the old is ready to be put away.

9:22 For no man putteth a piece of new cloth on an old garment; for that which is put in to fill it up taketh from the garment, and the rent is made worse.

9:23 Neither do men put new wine into old bottles, else the bottles break, and the wine runneth out, and the bottles perish; but they put new wine into new bottles, and both are preserved.

KJV Mark 2:18-22

[18] ¶ And the disciples of John and of the Pharisees used to fast: and they come and say unto him, Why do the disciples of John and of the Pharisees fast, but thy disciples fast not?
[19] ¶ And Jesus said unto them, Can the children of the bridechamber fast, while the bridegroom is with them? as long as they have the bridegroom with them, they cannot fast.
[20] But the days will come, when the bridegroom shall be taken away from them, and then shall they fast in those days.
[21] No man also seweth a piece of new cloth on an old garment: else the new piece that filled it up taketh away from the old, and the rent is made worse.
[22] And no man putteth new wine into old bottles: else the new wine doth burst the bottles, and the wine is spilled, and the bottles will be marred: but new wine must be put into new bottles.

JST Mark 2:16-20

2:16 And they came and said unto him, The disciples of John and of the Pharisees used to fast; and why do the disciples of John and of the Pharisees fast, but thy disciples fast not?

2:17 And Jesus said unto them, Can the children of the bridechamber fast, while the bridegroom is with them? As long as they have the bridegroom with them, they cannot fast.

2:18 But the days will come when the bridegroom shall be taken away from them, and then shall they fast in those days.

2:19 No man also seweth a piece of new cloth on an old garment; else the new piece that filled it up taketh away from the old, and the rent is made worse.

2:20 And no man putteth new wine into old bottles; else the new wine doth burst the bottles, and the wine is spilled, and the bottles will be marred; but new wine must be put into new bottles.

KJV Luke 5:33-39

[33] ¶ And they said unto him, Why do the disciples of John fast often, and make prayers, and likewise the disciples of the Pharisees; but thine eat and drink?
[34] ¶ And he said unto them, Can ye make the children of the bridechamber fast, while the bridegroom is with them?
[35] But the days will come, when the bridegroom shall be taken away from them, and then shall they fast in those days.
[36] ¶ And he spake also a parable unto them; No man putteth a piece of a new garment upon an old; if otherwise, then both the new maketh a rent, and the piece that was taken out of the new agreeth not with the old.
[37] And no man putteth new wine into old bottles; else the new wine will burst the bottles, and be spilled, and the bottles shall perish.
[38] But new wine must be put into new bottles; and both are preserved.
[39] No man also having drunk old wine straightway desireth new: for he saith, The old is better.

JST Luke 5:33-39

5:33 And they said unto him, Why do the disciples of John fast often and make prayers, and likewise the disciples of the Pharisees; but thine eat and drink?

5:34 And he said unto them, Can ye make the children of the bride chamber fast while the bridegroom is with them?

5:35 But the days will come when the bridegroom shall be taken away from them; and then shall they fast in those days.

5:36 And he spake also a parable unto them, saying, No man putteth a piece of new cloth upon an old garment; if so, then the new maketh a rent and agreeth not with the old.

5:37 And no man putteth new wine into old bottles, else the new wine will burst the bottles and be spilled, and the bottles shall perish.

5:38 But new wine must be put into new bottles, and both are preserved.

5:39 No man also, having drunk old wine, desireth new; for he saith, The old is better.

Attends a Feast, Heals on the Sabbath

KJV John 5:1-15

[1] ¶ After this there was a feast of the Jews; and Jesus went up to Jerusalem.
[2] Now there is at Jerusalem by the sheep market a pool, which is called in the Hebrew tongue Bethesda, having five porches.
[3] In these lay a great multitude of impotent folk, of blind, halt, withered, waiting for the moving of the water.
[4] For an angel went down at a certain season into the pool, and troubled the water: whosoever then first after the troubling of the water stepped in was made whole of whatsoever disease he had.
[5] And a certain man was there, which had an infirmity thirty and eight years.
[6] When Jesus saw him lie, and knew that he had been now a long time in that case, he saith unto him, Wilt thou be made whole?
[7] ¶ The impotent man answered him, Sir, I have no man, when the water is troubled, to put me into the pool: but while I am coming, another steppeth down before me.
[8] ¶ Jesus saith unto him, Rise, take up thy bed, and walk.
[9] And immediately the man was made whole, and took up his bed, and walked: and on the same day was the sabbath.
[10] The Jews therefore said unto him that was cured, It is the sabbath day: it is not lawful for thee to carry thy bed.
[11] ¶ He answered them, He that made me whole, the same said unto me, Take up thy bed, and walk.
[12] ¶ Then asked they him, What man is that which said unto thee, Take up thy bed, and walk?
[13] And he that was healed wist not who it was: for Jesus had conveyed himself away, a multitude being in that place.
[14] Afterward Jesus findeth him in the temple, and said unto him, Behold, thou art made whole: sin no more, lest a worse thing come unto thee.
[15] ¶ The man departed, and told the Jews that it was Jesus, which had made him whole.

JST John 5:1-15

5:1 After this there was a feast of the Jews; and Jesus went up to Jerusalem.

5:2 Now there is at Jerusalem, by the sheep market, a pool which is called in the Hebrew tongue, Bethesda, having five porches.

5:3 In these porches lay a great many impotent folk--of blind, halt, withered--waiting for the moving of the water.

5:4 For an angel went down at a certain season into the pool and troubled the water. Whosoever then first, after the troubling of the water, stepped in was made whole of whatsoever disease he had.

5:5 And a certain man was there, who had an infirmity thirty and eight years.

5:6 And Jesus saw him lie and knew that he had been now a long time afflicted; and he said unto him, Wilt thou be made whole?

5:7 The impotent man answered him, Sir, I have no man, when the water is troubled, to put me into the pool; but while I am coming, another steppeth down before me.

5:8 Jesus said unto him, Rise, take up thy bed, and walk.

5:9 And immediately the man was made whole, and took up his bed, and walked; and it was on the Sabbath day.

5:10 The Jews, therefore, said unto him who was cured, It is the Sabbath day; it is not lawful for thee to carry thy bed.

5:11 He answered them, He who made me whole said unto me, Take up thy bed and walk.

5:12 Then answered they him, saying, What man is he who said unto thee, Take up thy bed and walk?

5:13 And he that was healed knew not who it was; for Jesus had conveyed himself away, a multitude being in the place.

5:14 Afterward, Jesus findeth him in the temple and said unto him, Behold, thou art made whole; sin no more, lest a worse thing come unto thee.

5:15 The man departed and told the Jews that it was Jesus who had made him whole;

Teaches about the Father

KJV John 5:16-47

[16] ¶ And therefore did the Jews persecute Jesus, and sought to slay him, because he had done these things on the sabbath day.
[17] But Jesus answered them, My Father worketh hitherto, and I work.
[18] ¶ Therefore the Jews sought the more to kill him, because he not only had broken the sabbath, but said also that God was his Father, making himself equal with God.
[19] Then answered Jesus and said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, The Son can do nothing of himself, but what he seeth the Father do: for what things soever he doeth, these also doeth the Son likewise.
[20] For the Father loveth the Son, and sheweth him all things that himself doeth: and he will shew him greater works than these, that ye may marvel.
[21] For as the Father raiseth up the dead, and quickeneth them; even so the Son quickeneth whom he will.
[22] For the Father judgeth no man, but hath committed all judgment unto the Son:
[23] That all men should honour the Son, even as they honour the Father. He that honoureth not the Son honoureth not the Father which hath sent him.
[24] ¶ Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my word, and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life.
[25] Verily, verily, I say unto you, The hour is coming, and now is, when the dead shall hear the voice of the Son of God: and they that hear shall live.
[26] For as the Father hath life in himself; so hath he given to the Son to have life in himself;
[27] And hath given him authority to execute judgment also, because he is the Son of man.
[28] Marvel not at this: for the hour is coming, in the which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice,
[29] And shall come forth; they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life; and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation.
[30] I can of mine own self do nothing: as I hear, I judge: and my judgment is just; because I seek not mine own will, but the will of the Father which hath sent me.

[31] ¶ If I bear witness of myself, my witness is not true.

[32] There is another that beareth witness of me; and I know that the witness which he witnesseth of me is true.
[33] Ye sent unto John, and he bare witness unto the truth.
[34] But I receive not testimony from man: but these things I say, that ye might be saved.

[35] He was a burning and a shining light: and ye were willing for a season to rejoice in his light.
[36] But I have greater witness than that of John: for the works which the Father hath given me to finish, the same works that I do, bear witness of me, that the Father hath sent me.
[37] And the Father himself, which hath sent me, hath borne witness of me. Ye have neither heard his voice at any time, nor seen his shape.

[38] And ye have not his word abiding in you: for whom he hath sent, him ye believe not.
[39] Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.
[40] And ye will not come to me, that ye might have life.
[41] ¶ I receive not honour from men.
[42] But I know you, that ye have not the love of God in you.
[43] I am come in my Father's name, and ye receive me not: if another shall come in his own name, him ye will receive.
[44] How can ye believe, which receive honour one of another, and seek not the honour that cometh from God only?
[45] Do not think that I will accuse you to the Father: there is one that accuseth you, even Moses, in whom ye trust.
[46] For had ye believed Moses, ye would have believed me: for he wrote of me.
[47] But if ye believe not his writings, how shall ye believe my words?

JST John 5:16-48

5:16 And, therefore, did the Jews persecute Jesus and sought to slay him because he had done these things on the Sabbath day.

5:17 But Jesus answered them, My Father worketh hitherto, and I work.

5:18 Therefore, the Jews sought the more to kill him because he had not only broken the Sabbath but said also that God was his father, making himself equal with God.

5:19 Then answered Jesus and said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, The Son can do nothing of himself but what he seeth the Father do; for what things soever he doeth, these also doeth the Son likewise.

5:20 For the Father loveth the Son and showeth him all things that himself doeth; and he will show him greater works than these, that ye may marvel.

5:21 For as the Father raiseth up the dead and quickeneth them, even so, the Son quickeneth whom he will.

5:22 For the Father judgeth no man but hath committed all judgment unto the Son,

5:23 That all should honor the Son, even as they honor the Father. He who honoreth not the Son honoreth not the Father who hath sent him.

5:24 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He who heareth my word and believeth on him who sent me hath everlasting life and shall not come into condemnation, but is passed from death into life.

5:25 Verily, verily, I say unto you, The hour is coming, and now is, when the dead shall hear the voice of the Son of God; and they who hear shall live.

5:26 For as the Father hath life in himself, so hath he given to the Son to have life in himself,

5:27 And hath given him authority to execute judgment also because he is the Son of Man.

5:28 Marvel not at this; for the hour is coming in the which all who are in their graves shall hear his voice,

5:29 And shall come forth--they who have done good, in the resurrection of the just; and they who have done evil, in the resurrection of the unjust--

5:30 And shall all be judged of the Son of Man. For as I hear, I judge, and my judgment is just;

5:31 For I can of mine own self do nothing because I seek not mine own will, but the will of the Father who hath sent me.

5:32 Therefore, if I bear witness of myself, yet my witness is true.

5:33 For I am not alone; there is another who beareth witness of me, and I know that the testimony which he giveth of me is true.

5:34 Ye sent unto John, and he bare witness also unto the truth.

5:35 And he received not his testimony of man, but of God; and ye yourselves say that he is a prophet; therefore, ye ought to receive his testimony. These things I say that ye might be saved.

5:36 He was a burning and a shining light; and ye were willing for a season to rejoice in his light.

5:37 But I have a greater witness than the testimony of John; for the works which the Father hath given me to finish, the same works that I do, bear witness of me, that the Father hath sent me.

5:38 And the Father himself who sent me, hath borne witness of me. And verily, I testify unto you that ye have never heard his voice at any time, nor seen his shape;

5:39 For ye have not his word abiding in you; and him whom he hath sent, ye believe not.

5:40 Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life; and they are they which testify of me.

5:41 And ye will not come to me that ye might have life, lest ye should honor me.

5:42 I receive not honor from men.

5:43 But I know you, that ye have not the love of God in you.

5:44 I am come in my Father's name, and ye receive me not; if another shall come in his own name, him ye will receive.

5:45 How can ye believe, who seek honor one of another and seek not the honor which cometh from God only?

5:46 Do not think that I will accuse you to the Father; there is Moses who accuseth you, in whom ye trust.

5:47 For had ye believed Moses, ye would have believed me; for he wrote of me.

5:48 But if ye believe not his writings, how shall ye believe my words?

Eating Corn on the Sabbath

KJV Matt 12:1-8

[1] ¶ At that time Jesus went on the sabbath day through the corn; and his disciples were an hungred, and began to pluck the ears of corn, and to eat.
[2] But when the Pharisees saw it, they said unto him, Behold, thy disciples do that which is not lawful to do upon the sabbath day.
[3] ¶ But he said unto them, Have ye not read what David did, when he was an hungred, and they that were with him;
[4] How he entered into the house of God, and did eat the shewbread, which was not lawful for him to eat, neither for them which were with him, but only for the priests?
[5] Or have ye not read in the law, how that on the sabbath days the priests in the temple profane the sabbath, and are blameless?
[6] But I say unto you, That in this place is one greater than the temple.
[7] But if ye had known what this meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice*, ye would not have condemned the guiltless.
[8] For the Son of man is Lord even of the sabbath day.

^*v7 Hosea 6:6

JST Matt 12:1-6

12:1 At that time Jesus went on the Sabbath day through the corn; and his disciples were an hungered and began to pluck the ears of corn and to eat.

12:2 But when the Pharisees saw them, they said unto him, Behold, thy disciples do that which is not lawful to do upon the Sabbath day.

12:3 But he said unto them, Have ye not read what David did when he was an hungered, and they that were with him? How he entered into the house of God and did eat the showbread, which was not lawful for him to eat, neither for them that were with him, but only for the priests?

12:4 Or have ye not read in the law, how that on the Sabbath days the priests in the temple profane the Sabbath, and ye say they are blameless?

12:5 But I say unto you that in this place is one greater than the temple.

12:6 But if ye had known what this meaneth, I will have mercy and not sacrifice, ye would not have condemned the guiltless. For the Son of Man is Lord, even of the Sabbath.

KJV Mark 2:23-28

[23] ¶ And it came to pass, that he went through the corn fields on the sabbath day; and his disciples began, as they went, to pluck the ears of corn.
[24] And the Pharisees said unto him, Behold, why do they on the sabbath day that which is not lawful?
[25] ¶ And he said unto them, Have ye never read what David did, when he had need, and was an hungred, he, and they that were with him?
[26] How he went into the house of God in the days of Abiathar the high priest, and did eat the shewbread, which is not lawful to eat but for the priests, and gave also to them which were with him?
[27] ¶ And he said unto them, The sabbath was made for man, and not man for the sabbath:
[28] Therefore the Son of man is Lord also of the sabbath.

JST Mark 2:21-27

2:21 And it came to pass that he went through the cornfields on the Sabbath day; and his disciples began, as they went, to pluck the ears of corn.

2:22 And the Pharisees said unto him, Behold, why do thy disciples on the Sabbath day that which is not lawful?

2:23 And he said unto them, Have ye never read what David did when he had need and was an hungered, he and they who were with him?

2:24 How he went into the house of God, in the days of Abiathar the high priest, and did eat the showbread, which is not lawful to eat but for the priests, and gave also to them which were with him?

2:25 And he said unto them, The Sabbath was made for man, and not man for the Sabbath.

2:26 Wherefore, the Sabbath was given unto man for a day of rest, and also that man should glorify God, and not that man should not eat;

2:27 For the Son of Man made the Sabbath day; therefore, the Son of Man is Lord also of the Sabbath.

KJV Luke 6:1-5

[1] ¶ And it came to pass on the second sabbath after the first, that he went through the corn fields; and his disciples plucked the ears of corn, and did eat, rubbing them in their hands.
[2] And certain of the Pharisees said unto them, Why do ye that which is not lawful to do on the sabbath days?
[3] ¶ And Jesus answering them said, Have ye not read so much as this, what David did, when himself was an hungred, and they which were with him;
[4] How he went into the house of God, and did take and eat the shewbread, and gave also to them that were with him; which it is not lawful to eat but for the priests alone?
[5] And he said unto them, That the Son of man is Lord also of the sabbath.

JST Luke 6:1-5

6:1 And it came to pass on the second Sabbath after this, that he went through the cornfield; and his disciples plucked the ears of corn and did eat, rubbing them in their hands.

6:2 And certain of the Pharisees said unto them, Why do ye that which is not lawful to do on the Sabbath days?

6:3 Jesus, answering them, said, Have ye not read so much as this, what David did when he himself was an hungered, and they who were with him;

6:4 How he went into the house of God, and did take and eat the showbread, and gave also to them who were with him, which is not lawful to eat, but for the priests alone?

6:5 And he said unto them that the Son of Man is Lord also of the Sabbath.

Healing on the Sabbath

KJV Matt 12:9-21

[9] ¶ And when he was departed thence, he went into their synagogue:
[10] And, behold, there was a man which had his hand withered. And they asked him, saying, Is it lawful to heal on the sabbath days? that they might accuse him.
[11] ¶ And he said unto them, What man shall there be among you, that shall have one sheep, and if it fall into a pit on the sabbath day, will he not lay hold on it, and lift it out?
[12] How much then is a man better than a sheep? Wherefore it is lawful to do well on the sabbath days.
[13] Then saith he to the man, Stretch forth thine hand. And he stretched it forth; and it was restored whole, like as the other.
[14] Then the Pharisees went out, and held a council against him, how they might destroy him.
[15] ¶ But when Jesus knew it, he withdrew himself from thence: and great multitudes followed him, and he healed them all;
[16] And charged them that they should not make him known:
[17] That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying,
[18] Behold my servant, whom I have chosen; my beloved, in whom my soul is well pleased: I will put my spirit upon him, and he shall shew judgment to the Gentiles.
[19] He shall not strive, nor cry; neither shall any man hear his voice in the streets.
[20] A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench, till he send forth judgment unto victory.
[21] And in his name shall the Gentiles trust.*

^*v18-21 Isa 42:1-4

JST Matt 12:7-17

12:7 And when he was departed thence, he went into their synagogues.

12:8 And, behold, there was a man which had a withered hand. And they asked him, saying, Is it lawful to heal on the Sabbath days? that they might accuse him.

12:9 And he said unto them, What man shall there be among you that shall have one sheep, and if it fall into a pit on the Sabbath day, will he not lay hold on it and lift it out?

12:10 How much then is a man better than a sheep? Wherefore, it is lawful to do well on the Sabbath days.

12:11 Then said he to the man, Stretch forth thy hand; and he stretched it forth, and it was restored whole, like unto the other.

12:12 Then the Pharisees went out and held a council against him, how they might destroy him.

12:13 But Jesus knew when they took counsel, and he withdrew himself from thence; and great multitudes followed him; and he healed their sick and charged them that they should not make him known,

12:14 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, Behold my servant, whom I have chosen, my beloved, in whom my soul is well pleased.

12:15 I will put my Spirit upon him, and he shall show judgment to the Gentiles. He shall not strive nor cry; neither shall any man hear his voice in the streets.

12:16 A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench till he send forth judgment unto victory.

12:17 And in his name shall the Gentiles trust.

KJV Mark 3:1-12

[1] ¶ And he entered again into the synagogue; and there was a man there which had a withered hand.
[2] And they watched him, whether he would heal him on the sabbath day; that they might accuse him.
[3] And he saith unto the man which had the withered hand, Stand forth.
[4] And he saith unto them, Is it lawful to do good on the sabbath days, or to do evil? to save life, or to kill? But they held their peace.
[5] And when he had looked round about on them with anger, being grieved for the hardness of their hearts, he saith unto the man, Stretch forth thine hand. And he stretched it out: and his hand was restored whole as the other.
[6] And the Pharisees went forth, and straightway took counsel with the Herodians against him, how they might destroy him.
[7] ¶ But Jesus withdrew himself with his disciples to the sea: and a great multitude from Galilee followed him, and from Judaea,
[8] And from Jerusalem, and from Idumaea, and from beyond Jordan; and they about Tyre and Sidon, a great multitude, when they had heard what great things he did, came unto him.
[9] And he spake to his disciples, that a small ship should wait on him because of the multitude, lest they should throng him.
[10] For he had healed many; insomuch that they pressed upon him for to touch him, as many as had plagues.
[11] And unclean spirits, when they saw him, fell down before him, and cried, saying, Thou art the Son of God.
[12] And he straitly charged them that they should not make him known.

JST Mark 3:1-11

3:1 And he entered again into the synagogue; and there was a man there which had a withered hand.

3:2 And they watched him to see whether he would heal him on the Sabbath day, that they might accuse him.

3:3 And he said unto the man which had a withered hand, Stand forth.

3:4 And he said unto them, Is it lawful to do good on the Sabbath days, or to do evil? to save life, or to kill? But they held their peace.

3:5 And when he had looked round about on them with anger, being grieved for the hardness of their hearts, he said unto the man, Stretch forth thy hand.

3:6 And he stretched out his hand; and his hand was restored whole as the other.

3:7 And the Pharisees went forth and straightway took counsel with the Herodians against him, how they might destroy him.

3:8 But Jesus withdrew himself, with his disciples, to the sea; and a great multitude from Galilee followed him, and from Judea, and from Jerusalem, and from Idumea, and from beyond Jordan; and they about Tyre and Sidon, a great multitude, when they heard what great things he did, came unto him.

3:9 And he spake unto his disciples, that a small ship should wait on him because of the multitude, lest they should throng him.

3:10 For he had healed many, insomuch that they pressed upon him for to touch him. As many as had plagues and unclean spirits, when they saw him, fell down before him and cried, saying, Thou art the Son of God.

3:11 And he straitly charged them that they should not make him known.

KJV Luke 6:6-11

[6] ¶ And it came to pass also on another sabbath, that he entered into the synagogue and taught: and there was a man whose right hand was withered.
[7] And the scribes and Pharisees watched him, whether he would heal on the sabbath day; that they might find an accusation against him.
[8] But he knew their thoughts, and said to the man which had the withered hand, Rise up, and stand forth in the midst. And he arose and stood forth.
[9] Then said Jesus unto them, I will ask you one thing; Is it lawful on the sabbath days to do good, or to do evil? to save life, or to destroy it?
[10] And looking round about upon them all, he said unto the man, Stretch forth thy hand. And he did so: and his hand was restored whole as the other.
[11] And they were filled with madness; and communed one with another what they might do to Jesus.

JST Luke 6:6-11

6:6 And it came to pass also on another Sabbath that he entered into the synagogue and taught. And there was a man whose right hand was withered;

6:7 And the scribes and Pharisees watched him, whether he would heal on the Sabbath day, that they might find an accusation against him.

6:8 But he knew their thoughts and said to the man who had the withered hand, Rise up, and stand forth in the midst. And he arose and stood forth.

6:9 Then said Jesus unto them, I will ask you one thing: Is it lawful on the Sabbath days to do good, or to do evil? to save life, or to destroy?

6:10 And, looking round about upon them all, he said unto the man, Stretch forth thy hand. And he did so; and his hand was restored whole as the other.

6:11 And they were filled with madness and communed one with another what they might do to Jesus.

Jesus Calls Twelve Apostles

KJV Matt 10:1-4

[1] ¶ And when he had called unto him his twelve disciples, he gave them power against unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all manner of sickness and all manner of disease.
[2] Now the names of the twelve apostles are these; The first, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother; James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother;
[3] Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the son of Alphaeus, and Lebbaeus, whose surname was Thaddaeus;
[4] Simon the Canaanite, and Judas Iscariot, who also betrayed him.

JST Matt 10:1-2

10:1 And when he had called unto him his twelve disciples, he gave them power over unclean spirits, to cast them out and to heal all manner of sickness and all manner of disease.

10:2 Now the names of the twelve apostles are these: the first, Simon, who is called Peter; and Andrew, his brother; James, the son of Zebedee, and John, his brother; Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew, the publican; James, the son of Alpheus, and Lebbeus, whose surname was Thaddeus; Simon, the Canaanite; and Judas Iscariot, who also betrayed him.

KJV Mark 3:13-19

[13] ¶ And he goeth up into a mountain, and calleth unto him whom he would: and they came unto him.
[14] And he ordained twelve, that they should be with him, and that he might send them forth to preach,
[15] And to have power to heal sicknesses, and to cast out devils:
[16] And Simon he surnamed Peter;
[17] And James the son of Zebedee, and John the brother of James; and he surnamed them Boanerges, which is, The sons of thunder:
[18] And Andrew, and Philip, and Bartholomew, and Matthew, and Thomas, and James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus, and Simon the Canaanite,
[19] And Judas Iscariot, which also betrayed him: and they went into an house.

JST Mark 3:12-14

3:12 And he goeth up into a mountain and calleth whom he would; and they came unto him.

3:13 And he ordained twelve, that they should be with him, and that he might send them forth to preach, and to have power to heal sicknesses, and to cast out devils.

3:14 And Simon he surnamed Peter; and James, the son of Zebedee; and John, the brother of James; and he surnamed them Boanerges, which is the sons of thunder; and Andrew, and Philip, and Bartholomew, and Matthew, and Thomas, and James, the son of Alpheus, and Thaddeus, and Simon, the Canaanite, and Judas Iscariot, which also betrayed him; and they went into a house.

KJV Luke 6:12-16

[12] ¶ And it came to pass in those days, that he went out into a mountain to pray, and continued all night in prayer to God.
[13] And when it was day, he called unto him his disciples: and of them he chose twelve, whom also he named apostles;
[14] Simon, (whom he also named Peter,) and Andrew his brother, James and John, Philip and Bartholomew,
[15] Matthew and Thomas, James the son of Alphaeus, and Simon called Zelotes,
[16] And Judas the brother of James, and Judas Iscariot, which also was the traitor.

JST Luke 6:12-16

6:12 And it came to pass in those days that he went out into a mountain to pray and continued all night in prayer to God.

6:13 And when it was day, he called his disciples; and of them he chose twelve, whom also he named apostles:

6:14 Simon, whom he also named Peter, and Andrew, his brother, James and John, Philip and Bartholomew,

6:15 Matthew and Thomas, James, the son of Alpheus, and Simon, called Zelotes,

6:16 And Judas, the brother of James, and Judas Iscariot, who also was the traitor.

[see 1 Ne 12:24-26, 39-41; D&C 95:4]

Sermon on the Plain contract

Introduction

KJV Luke 6:17-19

[17] ¶ And he came down with them, and stood in the plain, and the company of his disciples, and a great multitude of people out of all Judaea and Jerusalem, and from the sea coast of Tyre and Sidon, which came to hear him, and to be healed of their diseases;
[18] And they that were vexed with unclean spirits: and they were healed.
[19] And the whole multitude sought to touch him: for there went virtue out of him, and healed them all.

JST Luke 6:17-19

6:17 And he came down with them and stood in the plain, and the company of his disciples, and a great multitude of people out of all Judea, and Jerusalem, and from the seacoasts of Tyre and Sidon, who came to hear him and to be healed of their diseases,

6:18 And they who were vexed with unclean spirits; and they were healed.

6:19 And the whole multitude sought to touch him; for there went virtue out of him and healed them all.

The Four Blessings

KJV Luke 6:20-23

[20] ¶ And he lifted up his eyes on his disciples, and said, Blessed be ye poor: for yours is the kingdom of God.
[21] Blessed are ye that hunger now: for ye shall be filled. Blessed are ye that weep now: for ye shall laugh.
[22] Blessed are ye, when men shall hate you, and when they shall separate you from their company, and shall reproach you, and cast out your name as evil, for the Son of man's sake.
[23] Rejoice ye in that day, and leap for joy: for, behold, your reward is great in heaven: for in the like manner did their fathers unto the prophets.

JST Luke 6:20-23

6:20 And he lifted up his eyes on his disciples and said, Blessed are the poor, for theirs is the kingdom of God.

6:21 Blessed are they who hunger now, for they shall be filled. Blessed are they who weep now, for they shall laugh.

6:22 Blessed are ye when men shall hate you, and when they shall separate you from among them, and shall reproach you, and cast out your name as evil, for the Son of Man's sake.

6:23 Rejoice ye in that day and leap for joy; for behold, your reward shall be great in heaven; for in the like manner did their fathers unto the prophets.

See Matt 5:3, 6, 10; 3 Ne 12: 3, 6, 10

The Four Woes

KJV Luke 6:24-26

[24] But woe unto you that are rich! for ye have received your consolation.
[25] Woe unto you that are full! for ye shall hunger. Woe unto you that laugh now! for ye shall mourn and weep.
[26] Woe unto you, when all men shall speak well of you! for so did their fathers to the false prophets.

JST Luke 6:24-26

6:24 But woe unto you who are rich! For ye have received your consolation.

6:25 Woe unto you who are full! For ye shall hunger. Woe unto you who laugh now! For ye shall mourn and weep.

6:26 Woe unto you when all men shall speak well of you! For so did their fathers to the false prophets.

Love Your Enemies

KJV Luke 6:27-36

[27] ¶ But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
[28] Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you.
[29] And unto him that smiteth thee on the one cheek offer also the other; and him that taketh away thy cloke forbid not to take thy coat also.

[30] Give to every man that asketh of thee; and of him that taketh away thy goods ask them not again.

[31] And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.
[32] ¶ For if ye love them which love you, what thank have ye? for sinners also love those that love them.
[33] And if ye do good to them which do good to you, what thank have ye? for sinners also do even the same.
[34] And if ye lend to them of whom ye hope to receive, what thank have ye? for sinners also lend to sinners, to receive as much again.
[35] But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and to the evil.
[36] Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful.

JST Luke 6:27-36

6:27 But I say unto you who hear my words, Love your enemies; do good to them who hate you.

6:28 Bless them who curse you, and pray for them who despitefully use you and persecute you.

6:29 And unto him who smiteth thee on the cheek, offer also the other; or, in other words, it is better to offer the other than to revile again. And him who taketh away thy cloak, forbid not to take thy coat also.

6:30 For it is better that thou suffer thine enemy to take these things than to contend with him. Verily, I say unto you, Your heavenly Father who seeth in secret shall bring that wicked one into judgment.

6:31 Therefore, give to every man who asketh of thee; and of him who taketh away thy goods, ask them not again.

6:32 And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.

6:33 For if ye love them only who love you, what reward have you? For sinners also do even the same.

6:34 And if ye lend to them of whom ye hope to receive, what reward have you? For sinners also lend to sinners to receive as much again.

6:35 But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great; and ye shall be the children of the Highest; for he is kind unto the unthankful and to the evil.

6:36 Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful.

See Matt 5:43-47; 3 Ne 12:43-47

Relating to People

KJV Luke 6:37-42

[37] ¶ Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven:
[38] Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again.
[39] ¶ And he spake a parable unto them, Can the blind lead the blind? shall they not both fall into the ditch?
[40] The disciple is not above his master: but every one that is perfect shall be as his master.
[41] And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother's eye, but perceivest not the beam that is in thine own eye?
[42] Either how canst thou say to thy brother, Brother, let me pull out the mote that is in thine eye, when thou thyself beholdest not the beam that is in thine own eye? Thou hypocrite, cast out first the beam out of thine own eye, and then shalt thou see clearly to pull out the mote that is in thy brother's eye.

JST Luke 6:37-42

6:37 Judge not, and ye shall not be judged; condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned; forgive, and ye shall be forgiven.

6:38 Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal, it shall be measured to you again.

6:39 And he spake a parable unto them: Can the blind lead the blind? Shall they not both fall into the ditch?

6:40 A disciple is not above his master; but everyone that is perfect shall be as his master.

6:41 And why beholdest thou the mote which is in thy brother's eye, but perceivest not the beam which is in thine own eye?

6:42 Again, how canst thou say to thy brother, Let me pull out the mote that is in thine eye, when thou thyself beholdest not the beam which is in thine own eye? Thou hypocrite! Cast out first the beam from thine own eye, and then shalt thou see clearly to pull out the mote which is in thy brother's eye.

See Matt 7:1-5; 3 Ne 14:1-5

Two Choices

KJV Luke 6:43-49

[43] ¶ For a good tree bringeth not forth corrupt fruit; neither doth a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit.
[44] For every tree is known by his own fruit. For of thorns men do not gather figs, nor of a bramble bush gather they grapes.
[45] A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.
[46] ¶ And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
[47] Whosoever cometh to me, and heareth my sayings, and doeth them, I will shew you to whom he is like:
[48] He is like a man which built an house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently upon that house, and could not shake it: for it was founded upon a rock.
[49] But he that heareth, and doeth not, is like a man that without a foundation built an house upon the earth; against which the stream did beat vehemently, and immediately it fell; and the ruin of that house was great.

JST Luke 6:43-49

6:43 For a good tree bringeth not forth corrupt fruit; neither doth a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit;

6:44 For every tree is known by its own fruit. For of thorns men do not gather figs, nor of a bramble bush gather they grapes.

6:45 A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good. And an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil; for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.

6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?

6:47 Whosoever cometh to me, and heareth my sayings, and doeth them, I will show you to whom he is like.

6:48 He is like a man who built a house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock; and when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently upon that house and could not shake it; for it was founded upon a rock.

6:49 But he who heareth and doeth not is like a man that without a foundation built a house upon the earth, against which the stream did beat vehemently; and immediately it fell; and the ruin of that house was great.

See Matt 7:15-27; 3 Ne 14:15-27; D&C 11:16-25

Jesus's Second Galilean Ministry ^Continued contract

Heals Centurion's Servant

KJV Matt 8:5-13

[5] ¶ And when Jesus was entered into Capernaum, there came unto him a centurion, beseeching him,
[6] And saying, Lord, my servant lieth at home sick of the palsy, grievously tormented.
[7] ¶ And Jesus saith unto him, I will come and heal him.
[8] ¶ The centurion answered and said, Lord, I am not worthy that thou shouldest come under my roof: but speak the word only, and my servant shall be healed.
[9] For I am a man under authority, having soldiers under me: and I say to this man, Go, and he goeth; and to another, Come, and he cometh; and to my servant, Do this, and he doeth it.
[10] ¶ When Jesus heard it, he marvelled, and said to them that followed, Verily I say unto you, I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel.
[11] And I say unto you, That many shall come from the east and west, and shall sit down with Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, in the kingdom of heaven.
[12] But the children of the kingdom shall be cast out into outer darkness: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
[13] And Jesus said unto the centurion, Go thy way; and as thou hast believed, so be it done unto thee. And his servant was healed in the selfsame hour.

JST Matt 8:5-13

8:5 And when Jesus was entered into Capernaum, there came unto him a centurion, beseeching him and saying, Lord, my servant lieth at home sick of the palsy, grievously tormented.

8:6 And Jesus said unto him, I will come and heal him.

8:7 The centurion answered and said, Lord, I am not worthy that thou shouldest come under my roof; but speak the word only, and my servant shall be healed.

8:8 For I am a man under authority, having soldiers under me; and I say to this man, Go, and he goeth; and to another, Come, and he cometh; and to my servant, Do this, and he doeth it.

8:9 And when they that followed him heard this, they marveled. And when Jesus heard this, he said unto them that followed,

8:10 Verily, I say unto you, I have not found so great faith; no, not in Israel.

8:11 And I say unto you that many shall come from the east and the west, and shall sit down with Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob in the kingdom of heaven.

8:12 But the children of the wicked one shall be cast out into outer darkness; there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.

8:13 And Jesus said unto the centurion, Go thy way; and as thou hast believed, so be it done unto thee. And his servant was healed in the selfsame hour.

KJV Luke 7:1-10

[1] ¶ Now when he had ended all his sayings in the audience of the people, he entered into Capernaum.
[2] And a certain centurion's servant, who was dear unto him, was sick, and ready to die.
[3] And when he heard of Jesus, he sent unto him the elders of the Jews, beseeching him that he would come and heal his servant.
[4] And when they came to Jesus, they besought him instantly, saying, That he was worthy for whom he should do this:
[5] For he loveth our nation, and he hath built us a synagogue.
[6] ¶ Then Jesus went with them. And when he was now not far from the house, the centurion sent friends to him, saying unto him, Lord, trouble not thyself: for I am not worthy that thou shouldest enter under my roof:
[7] Wherefore neither thought I myself worthy to come unto thee: but say in a word, and my servant shall be healed.
[8] For I also am a man set under authority, having under me soldiers, and I say unto one, Go, and he goeth; and to another, Come, and he cometh; and to my servant, Do this, and he doeth it.
[9] ¶ When Jesus heard these things, he marvelled at him, and turned him about, and said unto the people that followed him, I say unto you, I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel.
[10] And they that were sent, returning to the house, found the servant whole that had been sick.

JST Luke 7:1-10

7:1 Now when he had ended all these sayings in the audience of the people, he entered into Capernaum.

7:2 And a certain centurion's servant, who was dear unto him, was sick and ready to die.

7:3 And when he heard of Jesus, he sent unto him the elders of the Jews, beseeching him that he would come and heal his servant.

7:4 And when they came to Jesus, they besought him instantly, saying that he was worthy for whom he should do this;

7:5 For he loveth our nation, and hath built us a synagogue.

7:6 Then Jesus went with them; and when he was now not far from the house, the centurion sent friends to him, saying unto him, Lord, trouble not thyself; for I am not worthy that thou shouldest enter under my roof.

7:7 Wherefore, neither thought I myself worthy to come unto thee; but say the word, and my servant shall be healed.

7:8 For I also am a man set under authority, having under me soldiers; and I say unto one, Go, and he goeth; and to another, Come, and he cometh; and to my servant, Do this, and he doeth it.

7:9 When Jesus heard these things, he marveled at him, and turned him about, and said unto the people who followed him, I say unto you, I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel.

7:10 And they who were sent, returning to the house, found the servant whole who had been sick.

Restores the Widow of Nain's Son

KJV Luke 7:11-17

[11] ¶ And it came to pass the day after, that he went into a city called Nain; and many of his disciples went with him, and much people.
[12] Now when he came nigh to the gate of the city, behold, there was a dead man carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow: and much people of the city was with her.
[13] And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her, and said unto her, Weep not.
[14] And he came and touched the bier: and they that bare him stood still. And he said, Young man, I say unto thee, Arise.
[15] And he that was dead sat up, and began to speak. And he delivered him to his mother.
[16] ¶ And there came a fear on all: and they glorified God, saying, That a great prophet is risen up among us; and, That God hath visited his people.
[17] And this rumour of him went forth throughout all Judaea, and throughout all the region round about.

JST Luke 7:11-17

7:11 And it came to pass the day after, that he went into a city called Nain; and many of his disciples went with him and much people.

7:12 Now, when he came nigh to the gate of the city, behold, there was a dead man carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow; and many people of the city were with her.

7:13 And now, the Lord saw her and had compassion on her, and he said unto her, Weep not.

7:14 And he came and touched the bier; and they who bare it stood still, and he said, Young man, I say unto thee, Arise.

7:15 And he who was dead sat up and began to speak; and he delivered him to his mother.

7:16 And there came a fear on all; and they glorified God, saying that a great prophet is risen up among us and that God hath visited his people.

7:17 And this rumor of him went forth throughout all Judea and throughout all the region round about.

John's Discipes Visit Jesus

KJV Matt 11:2-6

[2] ¶ Now when John had heard in the prison the works of Christ, he sent two of his disciples,
[3] And said unto him, Art thou he that should come, or do we look for another?
[4] ¶ Jesus answered and said unto them, Go and shew John again those things which ye do hear and see:
[5] The blind receive their sight, and the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, and the deaf hear, the dead are raised up, and the poor have the gospel preached to them.
[6] And blessed is he, whosoever shall not be offended in me.

JST Matt 11:2-6

11:2 Now when John had heard in the prison the works of Christ, he sent two of his disciples;

11:3 And they said unto him, Art thou he of whom it is written in the prophets that he should come, or do we look for another?

11:4 Jesus answered and said unto them, Go and tell John again of those things which ye do hear and see,

11:5 How the blind receive their sight, and the lame walk, and the lepers are cleansed, and the deaf hear, and the dead are raised up, and the poor have the gospel preached unto them.

11:6 And blessed is John and whosoever shall not be offended in me.

KJV Luke 7:18-23

[18] ¶ And the disciples of John shewed him of all these things.
[19] And John calling unto him two of his disciples sent them to Jesus, saying, Art thou he that should come? or look we for another?
[20] ¶ When the men were come unto him, they said, John Baptist hath sent us unto thee, saying, Art thou he that should come? or look we for another?
[21] And in that same hour he cured many of their infirmities and plagues, and of evil spirits; and unto many that were blind he gave sight.
[22] ¶ Then Jesus answering said unto them, Go your way, and tell John what things ye have seen and heard; how that the blind see, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, to the poor the gospel is preached.
[23] And blessed is he, whosoever shall not be offended in me.

JST Luke 7:18-23

7:18 And the disciples of John showed him of all these things.

7:19 And John, calling two of his disciples, sent them to Jesus, saying, Art thou he that should come, or look we for another?

7:20 When the men were come unto him, they said, John Baptist hath sent us unto thee, saying, Art thou he who should come, or look we for another?

7:21 And in the same hour, he cured many of infirmities, and plagues, and of evil spirits; and unto many blind he gave sight.

7:22 Then Jesus, answering, said unto them, Go your way and tell John what things ye have seen and heard: how that the blind see, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and to the poor the gospel is preached.

7:23 And blessed are they who shall not be offended in me.

No Greater Prophet than John

KJV Matt 11:7-19

[7] ¶ And as they departed, Jesus began to say unto the multitudes concerning John, What went ye out into the wilderness to see? A reed shaken with the wind?
[8] But what went ye out for to see? A man clothed in soft raiment? behold, they that wear soft clothing are in kings' houses.
[9] But what went ye out for to see? A prophet? yea, I say unto you, and more than a prophet.
[10] For this is he, of whom it is written, Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way before thee.*
[11] ¶ Verily I say unto you, Among them that are born of women there hath not risen a greater than John the Baptist: notwithstanding he that is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he.
[12] And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force.
[13] For all the prophets and the law prophesied until John.
[14] And if ye will receive it, this is Elias, which was for to come.
[15] He that hath ears to hear, let him hear.
[16] ¶ But whereunto shall I liken this generation? It is like unto children sitting in the markets, and calling unto their fellows,
[17] And saying, We have piped unto you, and ye have not danced; we have mourned unto you, and ye have not lamented.
[18] For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, He hath a devil.
[19] The Son of man came eating and drinking, and they say, Behold a man gluttonous, and a winebibber, a friend of publicans and sinners. But wisdom is justified of her children.

^*v10 See Mal 3:1; Isa 40:3

JST Matt 11:7-21

11:7 And as they departed, Jesus began to say unto the multitudes concerning John, What went ye out into the wilderness to see? Was it a reed shaken with the wind? And they answered him, No.

11:8 And he said, But what went ye out for to see? Was it a man clothed in soft raiment? Behold, they that wear soft raiment are in kings' houses.

11:9 But what went ye out for to see? a prophet? Yea, I say unto you, and more than a prophet.

11:10 For this is the one of whom it is written, Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way before thee.

11:11 Verily, I say unto you, Among them that are born of women, there hath not risen a greater than John the Baptist; notwithstanding, he that is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he.

11:12 And from the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force.

11:13 But the days will come when the violent shall have no power; for all the prophets and the law prophesied that it should be thus until John.

11:14 Yea, as many as have prophesied have foretold of these days.

11:15 And if ye will receive it, verily, he was the Elias, who was for to come and prepare all things.

11:16 He that hath ears to hear, let him hear.

11:17 But whereunto shall I liken this generation?

11:18 It is like unto children sitting in the markets, and calling unto their fellows, and saying, We have piped unto you, and ye have not danced; we have mourned for you, and ye have not lamented.

11:19 For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, He hath a devil.

11:20 The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, Behold, a gluttonous man and a wine-bibber, a friend of publicans and sinners.

11:21 But I say unto you, Wisdom is justified of her children.

KJV Luke 7:24-35

[24] ¶ And when the messengers of John were departed, he began to speak unto the people concerning John, What went ye out into the wilderness for to see? A reed shaken with the wind?
[25] But what went ye out for to see? A man clothed in soft raiment? Behold, they which are gorgeously apparelled, and live delicately, are in kings' courts.
[26] But what went ye out for to see? A prophet? Yea, I say unto you, and much more than a prophet.
[27] This is he, of whom it is written, Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way before thee.*
[28] For I say unto you, Among those that are born of women there is not a greater prophet than John the Baptist: but he that is least in the kingdom of God is greater than he.
[29] ¶ And all the people that heard him, and the publicans, justified God, being baptized with the baptism of John.
[30] But the Pharisees and lawyers rejected the counsel of God against themselves, being not baptized of him.
[31] ¶ And the Lord said, Whereunto then shall I liken the men of this generation? and to what are they like?
[32] They are like unto children sitting in the marketplace, and calling one to another, and saying, We have piped unto you, and ye have not danced; we have mourned to you, and ye have not wept.
[33] For John the Baptist came neither eating bread nor drinking wine; and ye say, He hath a devil.
[34] The Son of man is come eating and drinking; and ye say, Behold a gluttonous man, and a winebibber, a friend of publicans and sinners!
[35] But wisdom is justified of all her children.

^*v27 See Mal 3:1; Isa 40:3

JST Luke 7:24-35

7:24 And when the messengers of John were departed, he began to speak unto the people concerning John; What went ye out into the wilderness to see? a reed shaken with the wind? or a man clothed in soft raiment?

7:25 Behold, they who are gorgeously appareled and live delicately are in kings' courts.

7:26 But what went ye out for to see? a prophet? Yea, I say unto you, And much more than a prophet.

7:27 This is the one of whom it is written, Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, who shall prepare thy way before thee.

7:28 For I say unto you, Among those who are born of women, there is not a greater prophet than John the Baptist; but he who is least in the kingdom of God is greater than he.

7:29 And all the people who heard him, and the publicans, justified God, being baptized with the baptism of John.

7:30 But the Pharisees and lawyers rejected the counsel of God against themselves, not being baptized of him.

7:31 And the Lord said, Whereunto then shall I liken the men of this generation? And to what are they like?

7:32 They are like unto children sitting in the marketplace, and calling one to another, and saying, We have piped for you, and ye have not danced; we have mourned for you, and ye have not wept.

7:33 For John the Baptist came neither eating bread nor drinking wine; and ye say he hath a devil.

7:34 The Son of Man is come, eating and drinking; and ye say, Behold a gluttonous man and a winebibber, a friend of publicans and sinners!

7:35 But wisdom is justified of all her children.

Woman anoints Jesus's Feet

KJV Luke 7:36-50

[36] ¶ And one of the Pharisees desired him that he would eat with him. And he went into the Pharisee's house, and sat down to meat.
[37] And, behold, a woman in the city, which was a sinner, when she knew that Jesus sat at meat in the Pharisee's house, brought an alabaster box of ointment,
[38] And stood at his feet behind him weeping, and began to wash his feet with tears, and did wipe them with the hairs of her head, and kissed his feet, and anointed them with the ointment.
[39] Now when the Pharisee which had bidden him saw it, he spake within himself, saying, This man, if he were a prophet, would have known who and what manner of woman this is that toucheth him: for she is a sinner.
[40] ¶ And Jesus answering said unto him, Simon, I have somewhat to say unto thee. And he saith, Master, say on.
[41] ¶ There was a certain creditor which had two debtors: the one owed five hundred pence, and the other fifty.
[42] And when they had nothing to pay, he frankly forgave them both. Tell me therefore, which of them will love him most?
[43] ¶ Simon answered and said, I suppose that he, to whom he forgave most. And he said unto him, Thou hast rightly judged.
[44] And he turned to the woman, and said unto Simon, Seest thou this woman? I entered into thine house, thou gavest me no water for my feet: but she hath washed my feet with tears, and wiped them with the hairs of her head.
[45] Thou gavest me no kiss: but this woman since the time I came in hath not ceased to kiss my feet.
[46] My head with oil thou didst not anoint: but this woman hath anointed my feet with ointment.
[47] Wherefore I say unto thee, Her sins, which are many, are forgiven; for she loved much: but to whom little is forgiven, the same loveth little.
[48] ¶ And he said unto her, Thy sins are forgiven.
[49] ¶ And they that sat at meat with him began to say within themselves, Who is this that forgiveth sins also?
[50] ¶ And he said to the woman, Thy faith hath saved thee; go in peace.

JST Luke 7:36-50

7:36 And one of the Pharisees desired him that he would eat with him. And he went into the Pharisee's house and sat down to meat.

7:37 And behold, a woman in the city, who was a sinner, when she knew that Jesus sat at meat in the Pharisee's house, brought an alabaster box of ointment,

7:38 And stood at his feet weeping, and began to wash his feet with tears, and did wipe them with the hairs of her head, and kissed his feet, and anointed them with ointment.

7:39 Now when the Pharisee who had bidden him saw this, he spake within himself, saying, This man, if he were a prophet, would have known who or what manner of woman this is who toucheth him; for she is a sinner.

7:40 And Jesus, answering, said unto him, Simon, I have somewhat to say unto thee. And he said, Master, say on.

7:41 And Jesus said, There was a certain creditor, who had two debtors; the one owed five hundred pence, and the other fifty.

7:42 And when he found they had nothing to pay, he frankly forgave them both. Tell me, therefore, which of them will love him most?

7:43 Simon answered and said, I suppose the man to whom he forgave most. And he said unto him, Thou hast rightly judged.

7:44 And he turned to the woman and said unto Simon, Seest thou this woman? I entered into thy house; thou gavest me no water for my feet; but she hath washed my feet with tears and wiped them with the hairs of her head.

7:45 Thou gavest me no kiss; but this woman, since the time I came in, hath not ceased to kiss my feet.

7:46 My head with oil thou didst not anoint; but this woman hath anointed my feet with ointment.

7:47 Wherefore, I say unto thee, Her sins, which are many, are forgiven; for she loved much. But to whom little is forgiven, the same loveth little.

7:48 And he said unto her, Thy sins are forgiven.

7:49 And they who sat at meat with him began to say within themselves, Who is this that forgiveth sins also?

7:50 And he said to the woman, Thy faith hath saved thee; go in peace.

Teaches with the Twelve in Galilee

KJV Luke 8:1-3

[1] ¶ And it came to pass afterward, that he went throughout every city and village, preaching and shewing the glad tidings of the kingdom of God: and the twelve were with him,
[2] And certain women, which had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities, Mary called Magdalene, out of whom went seven devils,
[3] And Joanna the wife of Chuza Herod's steward, and Susanna, and many others, which ministered unto him of their substance.

JST Luke 8:1-3

8:1 And it came to pass afterward, that he went throughout every city and village, preaching and showing the glad tidings of the kingdom of God; and the twelve who were ordained of him were with him,

8:2 And certain women who had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities, Mary, called Magdalene, out of whom went seven devils;

8:3 And Joanna, the wife of Chuza, Herod's steward; and Susanna; and many others, who ministered unto him with their substance.

KJV Mark 3:20-21

[20] ¶ And the multitude cometh together again, so that they could not so much as eat bread.
[21] And when his friends heard of it, they went out to lay hold on him: for they said, He is beside himself.

JST Mark 3:15-16

3:15 And the multitude cometh together again, so that they could not so much as eat bread.

3:16 And when his friends heard him speak, they went out to lay hold on him; for they said, He is beside himself.

Beelzebub, blasphemy

KJV Matt 12:22-37, 43-45

[22] ¶ Then was brought unto him one possessed with a devil, blind, and dumb: and he healed him, insomuch that the blind and dumb both spake and saw.
[23] And all the people were amazed, and said, Is not this the son of David?
[24] ¶ But when the Pharisees heard it, they said, This fellow doth not cast out devils, but by Beelzebub the prince of the devils.
[25] ¶ And Jesus knew their thoughts, and said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and every city or house divided against itself shall not stand:
[26] And if Satan cast out Satan, he is divided against himself; how shall then his kingdom stand?
[27] And if I by Beelzebub cast out devils, by whom do your children cast them out? therefore they shall be your judges.
[28] But if I cast out devils by the Spirit of God, then the kingdom of God is come unto you.
[29] Or else how can one enter into a strong man's house, and spoil his goods, except he first bind the strong man? and then he will spoil his house.
[30] He that is not with me is against me; and he that gathereth not with me scattereth abroad.
[31] ¶ Wherefore I say unto you, All manner of sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men: but the blasphemy against the Holy Ghost shall not be forgiven unto men.
[32] And whosoever speaketh a word against the Son of man, it shall be forgiven him: but whosoever speaketh against the Holy Ghost, it shall not be forgiven him, neither in this world, neither in the world to come.
[33] ¶ Either make the tree good, and his fruit good; or else make the tree corrupt, and his fruit corrupt: for the tree is known by his fruit.
[34] O generation of vipers, how can ye, being evil, speak good things? for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh.
[35] A good man out of the good treasure of the heart bringeth forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth evil things.
[36] But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment.
[37] For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned.

[43] ¶ When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest, and findeth none.
[44] Then he saith, I will return into my house from whence I came out; and when he is come, he findeth it empty, swept, and garnished.
[45] Then goeth he, and taketh with himself seven other spirits more wicked than himself, and they enter in and dwell there: and the last state of that man is worse than the first. Even so shall it be also unto this wicked generation.

JST Matt 12:18-32, 37-39

12:18 Then was brought unto him one possessed with a devil, blind and dumb; and he healed him, insomuch that the blind and dumb both spake and saw.

12:19 And all the people were amazed and said, Is this the Son of David?

12:20 But when the Pharisees heard that he had cast out the devil, they said, This man doth not cast out devils, but by Beelzebub the prince of devils.

12:21 And Jesus knew their thoughts and said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and every city or house divided against itself shall not stand. And if Satan cast out Satan, he is divided against himself; how then shall his kingdom stand?

12:22 And if I by Beelzebub cast out devils, by whom do your children cast out devils? Therefore, they shall be your judges.

12:23 But if I cast out devils by the Spirit of God, then the kingdom of God is come unto you. For they also cast out devils by the Spirit of God, for unto them is given power over devils, that they may cast them out.

12:24 Or else, how can one enter into a strong man's house and spoil his goods, except he first bind the strong man, and then he will spoil his house?

12:25 He that is not with me is against me, and he that gathereth not with me scattereth abroad.

12:26 Wherefore, I say unto you, All manner of sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men who receive me and repent; but the blasphemy against the Holy Ghost, it shall not be forgiven unto men.

12:27 And whosoever speaketh a word against the Son of Man, it shall be forgiven him; but whosoever speaketh against the Holy Ghost, it shall not be forgiven him, neither in this world, neither in the world to come.

12:28 Either make the tree good and his fruit good, or else make the tree corrupt and his fruit corrupt; for the tree is known by the fruit.

12:29 And Jesus said, O ye generation of vipers! How can ye, being evil, speak good things? For out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh.

12:30 A good man, out of the good treasure of the heart, bringeth forth good things; and an evil man, out of the evil treasure, bringeth forth evil things.

12:31 And again I say unto you that every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment.

12:32 For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned.

12:37 Then came some of the scribes and said unto him, Master, it is written that every sin shall be forgiven; but ye say, Whosoever speaketh against the Holy Ghost shall not be forgiven. And they asked him, saying, How can these things be?

12:38 And he said unto them, When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest and finding none; but when a man speaketh against the Holy Ghost, then he saith, I will return into my house from whence I came out; and when he is come, he findeth him empty, swept, and garnished; for the good spirit leaveth him unto himself.

12:39 Then goeth the evil spirit and taketh with him seven other spirits more wicked than himself; and they enter in and dwell there; and the last end of that man is worse than the first. Even so shall it be also unto this wicked generation.

KJV Mark 3:22-30

[22] ¶ And the scribes which came down from Jerusalem said, He hath Beelzebub, and by the prince of the devils casteth he out devils.
[23] ¶ And he called them unto him, and said unto them in parables, How can Satan cast out Satan?
[24] And if a kingdom be divided against itself, that kingdom cannot stand.
[25] And if a house be divided against itself, that house cannot stand.
[26] And if Satan rise up against himself, and be divided, he cannot stand, but hath an end.
[27] No man can enter into a strong man's house, and spoil his goods, except he will first bind the strong man; and then he will spoil his house.
[28] ¶ Verily I say unto you, All sins shall be forgiven unto the sons of men, and blasphemies wherewith soever they shall blaspheme:
[29] But he that shall blaspheme against the Holy Ghost hath never forgiveness, but is in danger of eternal damnation:
[30] Because they said, He hath an unclean spirit.

JST Mark 3:17-25

3:17 And the scribes which came down from Jerusalem said, He hath Beelzebub, and by the prince of the devils he casteth out devils.

3:18 Now Jesus knew this, and he called them and said unto them in parables, How can Satan cast out Satan? And if a kingdom be divided against itself, how can that kingdom stand?

3:19 And if a house be divided against itself, that house cannot stand. And if Satan rise up against himself and be divided, he cannot stand, but speedily hath an end.

3:20 No man can enter into a strong man's house and spoil his goods, except he will first bind the strong man, and then he will spoil his house.

3:21 And then came certain men unto him, accusing him, saying, Why do ye receive sinners, seeing thou makest thyself the Son of God?

3:22 But he answered them and said, Verily, I say unto you, All sins which men have committed, when they repent, shall be forgiven them; for I came to preach repentance unto the sons of men.

3:23 And blasphemies, wherewith soever they shall blaspheme, shall be forgiven them that come unto me and do the works which they see me do.

3:24 But there is a sin which shall not be forgiven. He that shall blaspheme against the Holy Ghost hath never forgiveness; but he is in danger of being cut down out of the world. And they shall inherit eternal damnation.

3:25 And this he said unto them because they said, He hath an unclean spirit.

KJV Luke 11:14-26

[14] ¶ And he was casting out a devil, and it was dumb. And it came to pass, when the devil was gone out, the dumb spake; and the people wondered.
[15] But some of them said, He casteth out devils through Beelzebub the chief of the devils.
[16] ¶ And others, tempting him, sought of him a sign from heaven.
[17] But he, knowing their thoughts, said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and a house divided against a house falleth.
[18] If Satan also be divided against himself, how shall his kingdom stand? because ye say that I cast out devils through Beelzebub.
[19] And if I by Beelzebub cast out devils, by whom do your sons cast them out? therefore shall they be your judges.
[20] But if I with the finger of God cast out devils, no doubt the kingdom of God is come upon you.
[21] When a strong man armed keepeth his palace, his goods are in peace:
[22] But when a stronger than he shall come upon him, and overcome him, he taketh from him all his armour wherein he trusted, and divideth his spoils.
[23] He that is not with me is against me: and he that gathereth not with me scattereth.
[24] ¶ When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest; and finding none, he saith, I will return unto my house whence I came out.
[25] And when he cometh, he findeth it swept and garnished.
[26] Then goeth he, and taketh to him seven other spirits more wicked than himself; and they enter in, and dwell there: and the last state of that man is worse than the first.

JST Luke 11:15-27

11:15 And he was casting a devil out of a man, and he was dumb. And it came to pass, when the devil was gone out, the dumb spake; and the people wondered.

11:16 But some of them said, He casteth out devils through Beelzebub, the chief of the devils.

11:17 And others, tempting, sought of him a sign from heaven.

11:18 But he, knowing their thoughts, said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and a house divided cannot stand, but falleth.

11:19 If Satan also be divided against himself, how can his kingdom stand? I say this because you say I cast out devils through Beelzebub.

11:20 And if I, by Beelzebub, cast out devils, by whom do your sons cast out devils? Therefore, shall they be your judges.

11:21 But if I, with the finger of God, cast out devils, no doubt the kingdom of God has come upon you.

11:22 When a strong man armed keepeth his palace, his goods are in peace;

11:23 But when a stronger than he shall come upon him and overcome him, he taketh from him all his armor wherein he trusteth and divideth his goods.

11:24 He that is not with me is against me; and he who gathereth not with me scattereth.

11:25 When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, it walketh through dry places, seeking rest; and finding none, it saith, I will return unto mine house whence I came out.

11:26 And when it cometh, it findeth the house swept and garnished.

11:27 Then goeth the evil spirit and taketh seven other spirits more wicked than himself; and they enter in and dwell there; and the last end of that man is worse than the first.

About Signs

KJV Matt 12:38-42

[38] ¶ Then certain of the scribes and of the Pharisees answered, saying, Master, we would see a sign from thee.
[39] ¶ But he answered and said unto them, An evil and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign; and there shall no sign be given to it, but the sign of the prophet Jonas:
[40] For as Jonas was three days and three nights in the whale's belly; so shall the Son of man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth.
[41] The men of Nineveh shall rise in judgment with this generation, and shall condemn it: because they repented at the preaching of Jonas; and, behold, a greater than Jonas is here.
[42] The queen of the south shall rise up in the judgment with this generation, and shall condemn it: for she came from the uttermost parts of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon; and, behold, a greater than Solomon is here.

JST 12:33-36

12:33 Then certain of the scribes and of the Pharisees answered, saying, Master, we would see a sign from thee. But he answered and said unto them,

12:34 An evil and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign; and there shall no sign be given to it but the sign of the prophet Jonas; for as Jonas was three days and three nights in the whale's belly, so shall the Son of Man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth.

12:35 The men of Nineveh shall rise up in judgment with this generation and shall condemn it, because they repented at the preaching of Jonas; and ye behold a greater than Jonas is here.

12:36 The queen of the south shall rise up in the day of judgment with this generation and shall condemn it; for she came from the uttermost parts of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon; and ye behold a greater than Solomon is here.

KJV Luke 11:16, 29-32

[16] ¶ And others, tempting him, sought of him a sign from heaven.
[29] ¶ And when the people were gathered thick together, he began to say, This is an evil generation: they seek a sign; and there shall no sign be given it, but the sign of Jonas the prophet.
[30] For as Jonas was a sign unto the Ninevites, so shall also the Son of man be to this generation.
[31] The queen of the south shall rise up in the judgment with the men of this generation, and condemn them: for she came from the utmost parts of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon; and, behold, a greater than Solomon is here.
[32] The men of Nineve shall rise up in the judgment with this generation, and shall condemn it: for they repented at the preaching of Jonas; and, behold, a greater than Jonas is here.

JST Luke 11:17, 30-33

11:17 And others, tempting, sought of him a sign from heaven.

11:30 When the people were gathered thick together, he began to say, This is an evil generation; they seek a sign, and there shall no sign be given them but the sign of Jonas the prophet.

11:31 For as Jonas was a sign unto the Ninevites, so also shall the Son of Man be to this generation.

11:32 The queen of the south shall rise up in the day of judgment with the men of this generation and condemn them; for she came from the utmost parts of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon; and behold, a greater than Solomon is here.

11:33 The men of Nineveh shall rise up in the day of judgment with this generation and shall condemn it; for they repented at the preaching of Jonas; and behold, a greater than Jonas is here.

See Alma 30:43-51; D&C 63:7-12

Jesus's Mother and Brothers

KJV Matt 12:46-50

[46] ¶ While he yet talked to the people, behold, his mother and his brethren stood without, desiring to speak with him.
[47] Then one said unto him, Behold, thy mother and thy brethren stand without, desiring to speak with thee.
[48] ¶ But he answered and said unto him that told him, Who is my mother? and who are my brethren?
[49] And he stretched forth his hand toward his disciples, and said, Behold my mother and my brethren!
[50] For whosoever shall do the will of my Father which is in heaven, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother.

JST Matt 12:40-44

12:40 And while he yet talked with the people, behold, his mother and his brethren stood without, desiring to speak with him.

12:41 Then one said unto him, Behold, thy mother and thy brethren stand without, desiring to speak with thee.

12:42 But he answered and said unto the man that told him, Who is my mother? And who are my brethren?

12:43 And he stretched forth his hand toward his disciples and said, Behold my mother and my brethren!

12:44 And he gave them charge concerning her, saying, I go my way, for my Father hath sent me. And whosoever shall do the will of my Father which is in heaven, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother.

KJV Mark 3:31-35

[31] ¶ There came then his brethren and his mother, and, standing without, sent unto him, calling him.
[32] And the multitude sat about him, and they said unto him, Behold, thy mother and thy brethren without seek for thee.
[33] ¶ And he answered them, saying, Who is my mother, or my brethren?
[34] And he looked round about on them which sat about him, and said, Behold my mother and my brethren!
[35] For whosoever shall do the will of God, the same is my brother, and my sister, and mother.

JST Mark 3:26-30

3:26 While he was yet with them, and while he was yet speaking, there came then some of his brethren and his mother, and standing without, sent unto him, calling unto him.

3:27 And the multitude sat about him, and they said unto him, Behold thy mother and thy brethren without seek for thee.

3:28 And he answered them, saying, Who is my mother, or who are my brethren?

3:29 And he looked round about on them which sat about him and said, Behold my mother and my brethren!

3:30 For whosoever shall do the will of God, the same is my brother, and my sister, and mother.

KJV Luke 8:19-21

[19] ¶ Then came to him his mother and his brethren, and could not come at him for the press.
[20] And it was told him by certain which said, Thy mother and thy brethren stand without, desiring to see thee.
[21] ¶ And he answered and said unto them, My mother and my brethren are these which hear the word of God, and do it.

JST Luke 8:19-21

8:19 Then came to him his mother and his brethren and could not speak to him for the multitude.

8:20 And some who stood by said unto him, Thy mother and thy brethren stand without, desiring to see thee.

8:21 And he answered and said unto them, My mother and my brethren are those who hear the word of God and do it.

Discourse from the Boat; Parables contract

Introduction

KJV Matt 13:1-2

[1] ¶ The same day went Jesus out of the house, and sat by the sea side.
[2] And great multitudes were gathered together unto him, so that he went into a ship, and sat; and the whole multitude stood on the shore.

JST Matt 13:1-2

13:1 And it came to pass the same day, Jesus went out of the house and sat by the seaside.

13:2 And great multitudes were gathered together unto him, so that he went into a ship and sat; and the whole multitude stood on the shore.

KJV Mark 4:1

[1] ¶ And he began again to teach by the sea side: and there was gathered unto him a great multitude, so that he entered into a ship, and sat in the sea; and the whole multitude was by the sea on the land.

JST Mark 4:1

4:1 And he began again to teach by the seaside; and there was gathered unto him a great multitude, so that he entered into a ship and sat in the sea; and the whole multitude was by the sea on the land.

KJV Luke 8:4

[4] ¶ And when much people were gathered together, and were come to him out of every city, he spake by a parable:

JST Luke 8:4

8:4 And when much people were gathered together and were come to him out of every city, he spake by a parable, saying,

Parable of the Sower

KJV Matt 13:3-9

[3] ¶ And he spake many things unto them in parables, saying, Behold, a sower went forth to sow;
[4] And when he sowed, some seeds fell by the way side, and the fowls came and devoured them up:
[5] Some fell upon stony places, where they had not much earth: and forthwith they sprung up, because they had no deepness of earth:
[6] And when the sun was up, they were scorched; and because they had no root, they withered away.
[7] And some fell among thorns; and the thorns sprung up, and choked them:
[8] But other fell into good ground, and brought forth fruit, some an hundredfold, some sixtyfold, some thirtyfold.
[9] Who hath ears to hear, let him hear.

JST Matt 13:3-7

13:3 And he spake many things unto them in parables, saying, Behold, a sower went forth to sow.

13:4 And when he sowed, some seeds fell by the wayside, and the fowls came and devoured them up.

13:5 Some fell upon stony places, where they had not much earth; and forthwith they sprang up; and when the sun was up, they were scorched because they had no deepness of earth; and because they had no root, they withered away.

13:6 And some fell among thorns, and the thorns sprang up and choked them.

13:7 But others fell into good ground and brought forth fruit: some a hundredfold, some sixtyfold, and some thirtyfold. Who hath ears to hear, let him hear.

KJV Mark 4:2-9

[2] ¶ And he taught them many things by parables, and said unto them in his doctrine,
[3] Hearken; Behold, there went out a sower to sow:
[4] And it came to pass, as he sowed, some fell by the way side, and the fowls of the air came and devoured it up.
[5] And some fell on stony ground, where it had not much earth; and immediately it sprang up, because it had no depth of earth:
[6] But when the sun was up, it was scorched; and because it had no root, it withered away.
[7] And some fell among thorns, and the thorns grew up, and choked it, and it yielded no fruit.
[8] And other fell on good ground, and did yield fruit that sprang up and increased; and brought forth, some thirty, and some sixty, and some an hundred.
[9] ¶ And he said unto them, He that hath ears to hear, let him hear.

JST Mark 4:2-8

4:2 And he taught them many things by parables.

4:3 And he said unto them in his doctrine, Hearken; behold, there went out a sower to sow;

4:4 And it came to pass as he sowed, some fell by the wayside, and the fowls of the air came and devoured it up.

4:5 And some fell on stony ground, where it had not much earth; and immediately it sprang up because it had no depth of earth; but when the sun was up, it was scorched; and because it had no root, it withered away.

4:6 And some fell among thorns, and the thorns grew up and choked it; and it yielded no fruit.

4:7 And other seed fell on good ground, and did yield fruit that sprang up, and increased, and brought forth, some thirtyfold, some sixty, and some a hundred.

4:8 And he said unto them, He that hath ears to hear, let him hear.

KJV Luke 8:4-8

[4] ¶ And when much people were gathered together, and were come to him out of every city, he spake by a parable:
[5] A sower went out to sow his seed: and as he sowed, some fell by the way side; and it was trodden down, and the fowls of the air devoured it.
[6] And some fell upon a rock; and as soon as it was sprung up, it withered away, because it lacked moisture.
[7] And some fell among thorns; and the thorns sprang up with it, and choked it.
[8] And other fell on good ground, and sprang up, and bare fruit an hundredfold. And when he had said these things, he cried, He that hath ears to hear, let him hear.

JST Luke 8:4-9

8:4 And when much people were gathered together and were come to him out of every city, he spake by a parable, saying,

8:5 A sower went out to sow his seed; and as he sowed, some fell by the wayside; and it was trodden down, and the fowls of the air devoured it.

8:6 And some fell upon a rock; and as soon as it was sprung up, it withered away because it lacked moisture.

8:7 And some fell among thorns; and the thorns sprang up with it and choked it.

8:8 And others fell on good ground, and sprang up, and bare fruit a hundredfold.

8:9 And when he had said these things, he cried, He who hath ears to hear, let him hear. And his disciples asked him, saying, What might this parable be?

Parable of the Candle

KJV Mark 4:21-25

[21] ¶ And he said unto them, Is a candle brought to be put under a bushel, or under a bed? and not to be set on a candlestick?
[22] For there is nothing hid, which shall not be manifested; neither was any thing kept secret, but that it should come abroad.
[23] If any man have ears to hear, let him hear.
[24] ¶ And he said unto them, Take heed what ye hear: with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you: and unto you that hear shall more be given.
[25] For he that hath, to him shall be given: and he that hath not, from him shall be taken even that which he hath.

JST Mark 4:18-20

4:18 And he said unto them, Is a candle brought to be put under a bushel, or under a bed, and not to be set on a candlestick? I say unto you, Nay;

4:19 For there is nothing hid which shall not be manifested; neither was anything kept secret, but that it should in due time come abroad. If any man have ears to hear, let him hear.

4:20 And he said unto them, Take heed what ye hear; for with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you; and unto you that continue to receive, shall more be given; for he that receiveth, to him shall be given; but he that continueth not to receive, from him shall be taken even that which he hath.

KJV Luke 8:16-18

[16] ¶ No man, when he hath lighted a candle, covereth it with a vessel, or putteth it under a bed; but setteth it on a candlestick, that they which enter in may see the light.
[17] For nothing is secret, that shall not be made manifest; neither any thing hid, that shall not be known and come abroad.
[18] Take heed therefore how ye hear: for whosoever hath, to him shall be given; and whosoever hath not, from him shall be taken even that which he seemeth to have.

JST Luke 8:16-18

8:16 For no man, when he hath lighted a candle, covereth it with a vessel or putteth it under a bed; but setteth it on a candlestick, that they who enter in may see the light.

8:17 For nothing is secret which shall not be made manifest, neither hid which shall not be made known and go abroad.

8:18 Take heed, therefore, how ye hear; for whosoever receiveth, to him shall be given; and whosoever receiveth not, from him shall be taken even that which he seemeth to have.

Parable of the Harvest

KJV Mark 4:26-29

[26] ¶ And he said, So is the kingdom of God, as if a man should cast seed into the ground;
[27] And should sleep, and rise night and day, and the seed should spring and grow up, he knoweth not how.
[28] For the earth bringeth forth fruit of herself; first the blade, then the ear, after that the full corn in the ear.
[29] But when the fruit is brought forth, immediately he putteth in the sickle, because the harvest is come.

JST Mark 4:21-23

4:21 And he said, So is the kingdom of God; as if a man should cast seed into the ground, and should sleep and rise, night and day, and the seed should spring and grow up, he knoweth not how;

4:22 For the earth bringeth forth fruit of herself: first the blade, then the ear, after that the full corn in the ear.

4:23 But when the fruit is brought forth, immediately he putteth in the sickle because the harvest is come.

Parable of the Tares

KJV Matt 13:24-36

[24] ¶ Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is likened unto a man which sowed good seed in his field:
[25] But while men slept, his enemy came and sowed tares among the wheat, and went his way.
[26] But when the blade was sprung up, and brought forth fruit, then appeared the tares also.
[27] So the servants of the householder came and said unto him, Sir, didst not thou sow good seed in thy field? from whence then hath it tares?
[28] He said unto them, An enemy hath done this. The servants said unto him, Wilt thou then that we go and gather them up?
[29] But he said, Nay; lest while ye gather up the tares, ye root up also the wheat with them.
[30] Let both grow together until the harvest: and in the time of harvest I will say to the reapers, Gather ye together first the tares, and bind them in bundles to burn them: but gather the wheat into my barn.

JST Matt 13:22-29

13:22 Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is likened unto a man who sowed good seed in his field;

13:23 But while he slept, his enemy came, and sowed tares among the wheat, and went his way.

13:24 But when the blade sprang up and brought forth fruit, then appeared the tares also.

13:25 So the servants of the householder came and said unto him, Sir, didst not thou sow good seed in thy field? Whence then hath it tares?

13:26 He said unto them, An enemy hath done this.

13:27 And the servants said unto him, Wilt thou then that we go and gather them up?

13:28 But he said, Nay; lest while ye gather up the tares, ye root up also the wheat with them.

13:29 Let both grow together until the harvest; and in the time of harvest, I will say to the reapers, Gather ye together first the wheat into my barn; and the tares are bound in bundles to be burned.

See D&C 86:1-7; D&C 101:65-66

Parable of the Mustard Seed

KJV Matt 13:31-32

[31] ¶ Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is like to a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and sowed in his field:
[32] Which indeed is the least of all seeds: but when it is grown, it is the greatest among herbs, and becometh a tree, so that the birds of the air come and lodge in the branches thereof.

JST Matt 13:30-31

13:30 And another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is like unto a grain of mustard seed, which a man took and sowed in his field;

13:31 Which indeed is the least of all seeds; but when it is grown, it is the greatest among herbs and becometh a tree, so that the birds of the air come and lodge in the branches thereof.

KJV Mark 4:30-32

[30] ¶ And he said, Whereunto shall we liken the kingdom of God? or with what comparison shall we compare it?
[31] It is like a grain of mustard seed, which, when it is sown in the earth, is less than all the seeds that be in the earth:
[32] But when it is sown, it groweth up, and becometh greater than all herbs, and shooteth out great branches; so that the fowls of the air may lodge under the shadow of it.

JST Mark 4:24-25

4:24 And he said, Whereunto shall I liken the kingdom of God? Or with what comparison shall we compare it?

4:25 It is like a grain of mustard seed, which, when it is sown in the earth, is less than all the seeds that be in the earth; but when it is sown, it groweth up, and becometh greater than all herbs, and shooteth out great branches, so that the fowls of the air may lodge under the shadow of it.

KJV Luke 13:18-19

[18] ¶ Then said he, Unto what is the kingdom of God like? and whereunto shall I resemble it?
[19] It is like a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and cast into his garden; and it grew, and waxed a great tree; and the fowls of the air lodged in the branches of it.

JST Luke 13:18-19

13:18 Then said he, Unto what is the kingdom of God like? And whereunto shall I resemble it?

13:19 It is like a grain of mustard, which a man took and cast into his garden; and it grew and waxed a great tree; and the fowls of the air lodged in the branches of it.

See Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith p. 301

Parable of the Leaven

KJV Matt 13:33

[33] ¶ Another parable spake he unto them; The kingdom of heaven is like unto leaven, which a woman took, and hid in three measures of meal, till the whole was leavened.

JST Matt 13:32

13:32 Another parable spake he unto them: The kingdom of heaven is like unto leaven, which a woman took and hid in three measures of meal until the whole was leavened.

KJV Luke 13:20-21

[20] ¶ And again he said, Whereunto shall I liken the kingdom of God?
[21] It is like leaven, which a woman took and hid in three measures of meal, till the whole was leavened.

JST Luke 13:20-21

13:20 And again, he said, Whereunto shall I liken the kingdom of God?

13:21 It is like leaven, which a woman took and hid in three measures of meal till the whole was leavened.

Parable of the Hidden Treasure

KJV Matt 13:44

[44] ¶ Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto treasure hid in a field; the which when a man hath found, he hideth, and for joy thereof goeth and selleth all that he hath, and buyeth that field.

JST Matt 13:46

13:46 Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a treasure hid in a field. And when a man hath found a treasure which is hid, he secureth it and, straightway, for joy thereof, goeth, and selleth all that he hath, and buyeth that field.

Parable of the Pearl of Great Price

KJV Matt 13:45-46

[45] ¶ Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a merchant man, seeking goodly pearls:
[46] Who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had, and bought it.

JST Matt 13:47

13:47 And again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a merchant-man, seeking goodly pearls, who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had and bought it.

Parable of the Net

KJV Matt 13:47-50

[47] ¶ Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a net, that was cast into the sea, and gathered of every kind:
[48] Which, when it was full, they drew to shore, and sat down, and gathered the good into vessels, but cast the bad away.
[49] So shall it be at the end of the world: the angels shall come forth, and sever the wicked from among the just,
[50] And shall cast them into the furnace of fire: there shall be wailing and gnashing of teeth.

JST Matt 13:48-51

13:48 Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a net that was cast into the sea and gathered of every kind, which, when it was full, they drew to shore, and sat down, and gathered the good into vessels, but cast the bad away.

13:49 So shall it be at the end of the world.

13:50 And the world is the children of the wicked.

13:51 The angels shall come forth, and sever the wicked from among the just, and shall cast them out into the world to be burned. There shall be wailing and gnashing of teeth.

Parable of the Householder

KJV Matt 13:51-52

[51] ¶ Jesus saith unto them, Have ye understood all these things? They say unto him, Yea, Lord.
[52] Then said he unto them, Therefore every scribe which is instructed unto the kingdom of heaven is like unto a man that is an householder, which bringeth forth out of his treasure things new and old.

JST Matt 13:52-53

13:52 Then Jesus said unto them, Have ye understood all these things? They say unto him, Yea, Lord.

13:53 Then said he unto them, Every scribe well instructed in the things of the kingdom of heaven is like unto a householder: a man, therefore, which bringeth forth out of his treasure that which is new and old.

Finishes the Parables

KJV Matt 13:34-36

[34] ¶ All these things spake Jesus unto the multitude in parables; and without a parable spake he not unto them:
[35] That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophet, saying, I will open my mouth in parables; I will utter things which have been kept secret from the foundation of the world.*
[36] ¶ Then Jesus sent the multitude away, and went into the house: and his disciples came unto him, saying, Declare unto us the parable of the tares of the field.

^*v23 Ps 78:2

JST Mark 13:33-35

13:33 All these things spake Jesus unto the multitudes in parables; and without a parable spake he not unto them,

13:34 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophets, saying, I will open my mouth in parables; I will utter things which have been kept secret from the foundation of the world.

13:35 Then Jesus sent the multitude away and went into the house. And his disciples came unto him, saying, Declare unto us the parable of the tares of the field.

KJV Mark 4:33-34

[33] And with many such parables spake he the word unto them, as they were able to hear it.
[34] But without a parable spake he not unto them: and when they were alone, he expounded all things to his disciples.

JST Mark 4:26-27

4:26 And with many such parables spake he the word unto them, as they were able to bear; but without a parable spake he not unto them.

4:27 And when they were alone, he expounded all things unto his disciples.

Why Parables?

KJV Matt 13:10-17

[10] ¶ And the disciples came, and said unto him, Why speakest thou unto them in parables?
[11] ¶ He answered and said unto them, Because it is given unto you to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it is not given.
[12] For whosoever hath, to him shall be given, and he shall have more abundance: but whosoever hath not, from him shall be taken away even that he hath.
[13] Therefore speak I to them in parables: because they seeing see not; and hearing they hear not, neither do they understand.
[14] And in them is fulfilled the prophecy of Esaias, which saith, By hearing ye shall hear, and shall not understand; and seeing ye shall see, and shall not perceive:
[15] For this people's heart is waxed gross, and their ears are dull of hearing, and their eyes they have closed; lest at any time they should see with their eyes, and hear with their ears, and should understand with their heart, and should be converted, and I should heal them.*
[16] But blessed are your eyes, for they see: and your ears, for they hear.
[17] For verily I say unto you, That many prophets and righteous men have desired to see those things which ye see, and have not seen them; and to hear those things which ye hear, and have not heard them.

^*v23 Isa 6:9-10

JST Matt 13:8-16

13:8 Then the disciples came and said unto him, Why speakest thou unto them in parables?

13:9 He answered and said unto them, Because it is given unto you to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it is not given.

13:10 For whosoever receiveth, to him shall be given, and he shall have more abundance;

13:11 But whosoever continueth not to receive, from him shall be taken away even that he hath.

13:12 Therefore, speak I to them in parables because they, seeing, see not; and hearing, they hear not; neither do they understand.

13:13 And in them is fulfilled the prophecy of Esaias concerning them, which saith, By hearing, ye shall hear and shall not understand; and seeing, ye shall see and shall not perceive.

13:14 For this people's heart is waxed gross, and their ears are dull of hearing, and their eyes they have closed, lest at any time they should see with their eyes and hear with their ears, and should understand with their hearts, and should be converted, and I should heal them.

13:15 But blessed are your eyes, for they see, and your ears, for they hear. And blessed are you because these things are come unto you, that you might understand them.

13:16 And verily, I say unto you, Many righteous prophets have desired to see these days which you see, and have not seen them, and to hear that which you hear, and have not heard.

KJV Mark 4:10-12

[10] ¶ And when he was alone, they that were about him with the twelve asked of him the parable.
[11] And he said unto them, Unto you it is given to know the mystery of the kingdom of God: but unto them that are without, all these things are done in parables:
[12] That seeing they may see, and not perceive; and hearing they may hear, and not understand; lest at any time they should be converted, and their sins should be forgiven them.

JST Mark 4:9-11

4:9 And when he was alone with the twelve and they that believed in him, they that were about him with the twelve asked of him the parable.

4:10 And he said unto them, Unto you it is given to know the mystery of the kingdom of God; but unto them that are without, all things are done in parables,

4:11 That seeing, they may see and not perceive; and hearing, they may hear and not understand; lest at any time they should be converted and their sins should be forgiven them.

KJV Luke 8:9-10

[9] ¶ And his disciples asked him, saying, What might this parable be?
[10] ¶ And he said, Unto you it is given to know the mysteries of the kingdom of God: but to others in parables; that seeing they might not see, and hearing they might not understand.

JST Luke 8:9-10

8:9 And when he had said these things, he cried, He who hath ears to hear, let him hear. And his disciples asked him, saying, What might this parable be?

8:10 And he said, Unto you it is given to know the mysteries of the kingdom of God; but to others in parables, that, seeing, they might not see and, hearing, they might not understand.

Parable of the Sower Explained

KJV Matt 13:18-23

[18] ¶ Hear ye therefore the parable of the sower.
[19] When any one heareth the word of the kingdom, and understandeth it not, then cometh the wicked one, and catcheth away that which was sown in his heart. This is he which received seed by the way side.
[20] But he that received the seed into stony places, the same is he that heareth the word, and anon with joy receiveth it;
[21] Yet hath he not root in himself, but dureth for a while: for when tribulation or persecution ariseth because of the word, by and by he is offended.
[22] He also that received seed among the thorns is he that heareth the word; and the care of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, choke the word, and he becometh unfruitful.
[23] But he that received seed into the good ground is he that heareth the word, and understandeth it; which also beareth fruit, and bringeth forth, some an hundredfold, some sixty, some thirty.

JST Matt 13:17-21

13:17 Hear ye, therefore, the parable of the sower.

13:18 When anyone heareth the word of the kingdom and understandeth not, then cometh the wicked one and catcheth away that which was sown in his heart; this is he who received seed by the wayside.

13:19 But he that received the seed into stony places, the same is he that heareth the word and readily with joy receiveth it, yet he hath not root in himself, and endureth but for a while; for when tribulation or persecution ariseth because of the word, by and by he is offended.

13:20 He also who received seed among the thorns is he that heareth the word; and the care of this world and the deceitfulness of riches choke the word, and he becometh unfruitful.

13:21 But he who received seed into the good ground is he who heareth the word and understandeth and endureth, which also beareth fruit and bringeth forth, some a hundredfold, some sixty, and some thirty.

KJV Mark 4:13-20

[13] ¶ And he said unto them, Know ye not this parable? and how then will ye know all parables?
[14] The sower soweth the word.
[15] And these are they by the way side, where the word is sown; but when they have heard, Satan cometh immediately, and taketh away the word that was sown in their hearts.
[16] And these are they likewise which are sown on stony ground; who, when they have heard the word, immediately receive it with gladness;
[17] And have no root in themselves, and so endure but for a time: afterward, when affliction or persecution ariseth for the word's sake, immediately they are offended.
[18] And these are they which are sown among thorns; such as hear the word,
[19] And the cares of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, and the lusts of other things entering in, choke the word, and it becometh unfruitful.
[20] And these are they which are sown on good ground; such as hear the word, and receive it, and bring forth fruit, some thirtyfold, some sixty, and some an hundred.

JST Mark 4:12-17

4:12 And he said unto them, Know ye not this parable? And how then will ye know all parables?

4:13 The sower soweth the word.

4:14 And these are they by the wayside, where the word is sown; but when they have heard, Satan cometh immediately and taketh away the word that was sown in their hearts.

4:15 And these are they likewise which receive the word on stony ground, who, when they have heard the word, immediately receive it with gladness, and have no root in themselves, and so endure but for a time; and afterward, when affliction or persecution ariseth for the word's sake, immediately they are offended.

4:16 And these are they who receive the word among thorns, such as hear the word, and the cares of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, and the lusts of other things entering in choke the word; and it becometh unfruitful.

4:17 And these are they who receive the word on good ground, such as hear the word, and receive it, and bring forth fruit, some thirtyfold, some sixty, and some a hundred.

KJV Luke 8:11-15

[11] ¶ Now the parable is this: The seed is the word of God.
[12] Those by the way side are they that hear; then cometh the devil, and taketh away the word out of their hearts, lest they should believe and be saved.
[13] They on the rock are they, which, when they hear, receive the word with joy; and these have no root, which for a while believe, and in time of temptation fall away.
[14] And that which fell among thorns are they, which, when they have heard, go forth, and are choked with cares and riches and pleasures of this life, and bring no fruit to perfection.
[15] But that on the good ground are they, which in an honest and good heart, having heard the word, keep it, and bring forth fruit with patience.

JST Luke 8:11-15

8:11 Now the parable is this: The seed is the word of God.

8:12 That which fell by the wayside are they who hear; and the devil cometh and taketh away the word out of their hearts, lest they should believe and be saved.

8:13 That which fell on the rock are they who, when they hear, receive the word with joy; and they have no root, but for a while believe and in a time of temptation fall away.

8:14 And that which fell among the thorns are they who, when they have heard, go forth and are choked with cares, and riches, and pleasures of life, and bring no fruit to perfection.

8:15 But that which fell on the good ground are they who receive the word in an honest and good heart, having heard the word, keep what they hear, and bring forth fruit with patience.

Parable of the Tares Explained

KJV Matt 13:36-43

[36] ¶ Then Jesus sent the multitude away, and went into the house: and his disciples came unto him, saying, Declare unto us the parable of the tares of the field.
[37] ¶ He answered and said unto them, He that soweth the good seed is the Son of man;
[38] The field is the world; the good seed are the children of the kingdom; but the tares are the children of the wicked one;
[39] The enemy that sowed them is the devil; the harvest is the end of the world; and the reapers are the angels.
[40] As therefore the tares are gathered and burned in the fire; so shall it be in the end of this world.
[41] The Son of man shall send forth his angels, and they shall gather out of his kingdom all things that offend, and them which do iniquity;
[42] And shall cast them into a furnace of fire: there shall be wailing and gnashing of teeth.
[43] Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Who hath ears to hear, let him hear.

JST Matt 13:35-45

13:35 Then Jesus sent the multitude away and went into the house. And his disciples came unto him, saying, Declare unto us the parable of the tares of the field.

13:36 He answered and said unto them, He that soweth the good seed is the Son of Man.

13:37 The field is the world; the good seed are the children of the kingdom; but the tares are the children of the wicked.

13:38 The enemy that sowed them is the devil.

13:39 The harvest is the end of the world, or the destruction of the wicked.

13:40 The reapers are the angels, or the messengers sent of heaven.

13:41 As, therefore, the tares are gathered and burned in the fire, so shall it be in the end of this world, or the destruction of the wicked.

13:42 For in that day, before the Son of Man shall come, he shall send forth his angels and messengers of heaven.

13:43 And they shall gather out of his kingdom all things which offend, and them which do iniquity, and shall cast them out among the wicked; and there shall be wailing and gnashing of teeth.

13:44 For the world shall be burned with fire.

13:45 Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Who hath ears to hear, let him hear.

Jesus's Second Galilean Ministry ^Continued contract

Discipleship Requires Sacrifice

KJV Matt 8:18-22

[18] ¶ Now when Jesus saw great multitudes about him, he gave commandment to depart unto the other side.
[19] And a certain scribe came, and said unto him, Master, I will follow thee whithersoever thou goest.
[20] ¶ And Jesus saith unto him, The foxes have holes, and the birds of the air have nests; but the Son of man hath not where to lay his head.
[21] ¶ And another of his disciples said unto him, Lord, suffer me first to go and bury my father.
[22] ¶ But Jesus said unto him, Follow me; and let the dead bury their dead.

JST Matt 8:18-22

8:18 Now when Jesus saw great multitudes about him, he gave commandment to depart unto the other side of the sea.

8:19 And a certain scribe came unto him and said, Master, I will follow thee whithersoever thou goest.

8:20 And Jesus said unto him, The foxes have holes, and the birds of the air have nests; but the Son of Man hath not where to lay his head.

8:21 And another of his disciples said unto him, Lord, suffer me first to go and bury my father.

8:22 But Jesus said unto him, Follow me, and let the dead bury their dead.

KJV Luke 9:57-62

[57] ¶ And it came to pass, that, as they went in the way, a certain man said unto him, Lord, I will follow thee whithersoever thou goest.
[58] ¶ And Jesus said unto him, Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests; but the Son of man hath not where to lay his head.
[59] ¶ And he said unto another, Follow me. But he said, Lord, suffer me first to go and bury my father.
[60] ¶ Jesus said unto him, Let the dead bury their dead: but go thou and preach the kingdom of God.
[61] ¶ And another also said, Lord, I will follow thee; but let me first go bid them farewell, which are at home at my house.
[62] ¶ And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.

JST Luke 9:57-62

9:57 And it came to pass as they went in the way, a certain man said unto him, Lord, I will follow thee whithersoever thou goest.

9:58 And Jesus said unto him, The foxes have holes, and the birds of the air have nests; but the Son of Man hath not where to lay his head.

9:59 And he said unto another, Follow me. But he said, Lord, suffer me first to go and bury my father.

9:60 Jesus said unto him, Let the dead bury their dead; but go thou and preach the kingdom of God.

9:61 And another also said, Lord, I will follow thee; but let me first go and bid them farewell who are at my house.

9:62 And Jesus said unto him, No man having put his hand to the plow and looking back is fit for the kingdom of God.

Calms the Storm

KJV Matt 8:18

JST Matt 8:18

KJV Matt 8:23-27

[23] ¶ And when he was entered into a ship, his disciples followed him.
[24] And, behold, there arose a great tempest in the sea, insomuch that the ship was covered with the waves: but he was asleep.
[25] And his disciples came to him, and awoke him, saying, Lord, save us: we perish.
[26] ¶ And he saith unto them, Why are ye fearful, O ye of little faith? Then he arose, and rebuked the winds and the sea; and there was a great calm.
[27] But the men marvelled, saying, What manner of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey him!

JST Matt 8:23-28

8:23 And when he was entered into a ship, his disciples came unto him.

8:24 And, behold, there arose a great tempest in the sea, insomuch that the ship was covered with the waves; but he was asleep.

8:25 And his disciples came unto him and awoke him, saying, Lord, save us, else we perish.

8:26 And he said unto them, Why are ye fearful, O ye of little faith?

8:27 Then he arose and rebuked the winds and the sea; and there was a great calm.

8:28 But the men marveled, saying, What manner of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey him?

KJV Mark 4:35-41

[35] ¶ And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side.
[36] And when they had sent away the multitude, they took him even as he was in the ship. And there were also with him other little ships.
[37] And there arose a great storm of wind, and the waves beat into the ship, so that it was now full.
[38] And he was in the hinder part of the ship, asleep on a pillow: and they awake him, and say unto him, Master, carest thou not that we perish?
[39] ¶ And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.
[40] And he said unto them, Why are ye so fearful? how is it that ye have no faith?
[41] And they feared exceedingly, and said one to another, What manner of man is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?

JST Mark 4:28-33

4:28 And the same day, when the even was come, he said unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side.

4:29 And when they had sent away the multitude, they took him, even as he was, in the ship. And there were also with him other little ships.

4:30 And there arose a great storm of wind, and the waves beat over into the ship; and he was in the hinder part of the ship asleep on a pillow; and they awoke him and said unto him, Master, carest thou not that we perish?

4:31 And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace; be still; and the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.

4:32 And he said unto them, Why are ye so fearful? How is it that ye have no faith?

4:33 And they feared exceedingly and said one to another, What manner of man is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?

KJV Luke 8:22-25

[22] ¶ Now it came to pass on a certain day, that he went into a ship with his disciples: and he said unto them, Let us go over unto the other side of the lake. And they launched forth.
[23] But as they sailed he fell asleep: and there came down a storm of wind on the lake; and they were filled with water, and were in jeopardy.
[24] And they came to him, and awoke him, saying, Master, master, we perish. Then he arose, and rebuked the wind and the raging of the water: and they ceased, and there was a calm.
[25] And he said unto them, Where is your faith? And they being afraid wondered, saying one to another, What manner of man is this! for he commandeth even the winds and water, and they obey him.

JST Luke 8:22-25

8:22 Now it came to pass on a certain day, that he went into a ship with his disciples; and he said unto them, Let us go over unto the other side of the lake. And they launched forth.

8:23 But as they sailed, he fell asleep; and there came down a storm of wind on the lake; and they were filled with fear and were in danger.

8:24 And they came to him and awoke him, saying, Master, Master, we perish. Then he arose and rebuked the wind and the raging of the waters; and they ceased, and there was a calm.

8:25 And he said unto them, Where is your faith? And they, being afraid, wondered, saying one to another, What manner of man is this? For he commandeth even the winds and waters, and they obey him.

Demons Cast Out

KJV Matt 8:28-34

[28] ¶ And when he was come to the other side into the country of the Gergesenes, there met him two possessed with devils, coming out of the tombs, exceeding fierce, so that no man might pass by that way.
[29] And, behold, they cried out, saying, What have we to do with thee, Jesus, thou Son of God? art thou come hither to torment us before the time?
[30] ¶ And there was a good way off from them an herd of many swine feeding.
[31] So the devils besought him, saying, If thou cast us out, suffer us to go away into the herd of swine.
[32] ¶ And he said unto them, Go. And when they were come out, they went into the herd of swine: and, behold, the whole herd of swine ran violently down a steep place into the sea, and perished in the waters.
[33] ¶ And they that kept them fled, and went their ways into the city, and told every thing, and what was befallen to the possessed of the devils.
[34] And, behold, the whole city came out to meet Jesus: and when they saw him, they besought him that he would depart out of their coasts.

JST Matt 8:29-35

8:29 And when he was come to the other side, into the country of the Gergesenes, there met him a man possessed of devils, coming out of the tombs, exceeding fierce, so that no man could pass that way.

8:30 And, behold, he cried out, saying, What have we to do with thee, Jesus, thou Son of God? Art thou come hither to torment us before the time?

8:31 And there was, a good way off from them, a herd of many swine feeding.

8:32 So the devils besought him, saying, If thou cast us out, suffer us to go into the herd of swine.

8:33 And he said unto them, Go. And when they were come out, they went into the herd of swine; and, behold, the whole herd of swine ran violently down a steep place into the sea and perished in the waters.

8:34 And they that kept them fled, and went their way into the city, and told everything which took place and what was befallen the possessed of the devils.

8:35 And, behold, the whole city came out to meet Jesus; and when they saw him, they besought him that he would depart out of their coasts.

KJV Mark 5:1-20

[1] ¶ And they came over unto the other side of the sea, into the country of the Gadarenes.
[2] And when he was come out of the ship, immediately there met him out of the tombs a man with an unclean spirit,
[3] Who had his dwelling among the tombs; and no man could bind him, no, not with chains:
[4] Because that he had been often bound with fetters and chains, and the chains had been plucked asunder by him, and the fetters broken in pieces: neither could any man tame him.
[5] And always, night and day, he was in the mountains, and in the tombs, crying, and cutting himself with stones.
[6] ¶ But when he saw Jesus afar off, he ran and worshipped him,
[7] And cried with a loud voice, and said, What have I to do with thee, Jesus, thou Son of the most high God? I adjure thee by God, that thou torment me not.
[8] ¶ For he said unto him, Come out of the man, thou unclean spirit.
[9] And he asked him, What is thy name? And he answered, saying, My name is Legion: for we are many.
[10] And he besought him much that he would not send them away out of the country.
[11] ¶ Now there was there nigh unto the mountains a great herd of swine feeding.
[12] And all the devils besought him, saying, Send us into the swine, that we may enter into them.
[13] And forthwith Jesus gave them leave. And the unclean spirits went out, and entered into the swine: and the herd ran violently down a steep place into the sea, (they were about two thousand;) and were choked in the sea.
[14] ¶ And they that fed the swine fled, and told it in the city, and in the country. And they went out to see what it was that was done.
[15] And they come to Jesus, and see him that was possessed with the devil, and had the legion, sitting, and clothed, and in his right mind: and they were afraid.
[16] And they that saw it told them how it befell to him that was possessed with the devil, and also concerning the swine.
[17] And they began to pray him to depart out of their coasts.
[18] ¶ And when he was come into the ship, he that had been possessed with the devil prayed him that he might be with him.
[19] Howbeit Jesus suffered him not, but saith unto him, Go home to thy friends, and tell them how great things the Lord hath done for thee, and hath had compassion on thee.
[20] And he departed, and began to publish in Decapolis how great things Jesus had done for him: and all men did marvel.

JST Mark 5:1-17

5:1 And they came over unto the other side of the sea into the country of the Gadarenes.

5:2 And when he was come out of the ship, immediately there met him out of the tombs, a man with an unclean spirit, who had been dwelling among the tombs.

5:3 And no man could bind him, no, not with chains; because that he had been often bound with fetters, and chains, and the chains had been plucked asunder by him, and the fetters broken in pieces; neither could any man tame him.

5:4 And always, night and day, he was in the mountains and in the tombs, crying and cutting himself with stones.

5:5 But when he saw Jesus afar off, he ran, and worshiped him, and cried with a loud voice, and said, What have I to do with thee, Jesus, thou Son of the most high God? I adjure thee by God, that thou torment me not. For he said unto him, Come out of the man, unclean spirit.

5:6 And he commanded him, saying, Declare thy name. And he answered, saying, My name is Legion; for we are many.

5:7 And he besought him much, that he would not send them away out of the country.

5:8 Now there was there, nigh unto the mountains, a great herd of swine feeding.

5:9 And all the devils besought him, saying, Send us into the swine, that we may enter into them. And forthwith Jesus gave them leave.

5:10 And the unclean spirits went out and entered into the swine; and the herd ran violently down a steep place into the sea (they were about two thousand) and were choked in the sea.

5:11 And they that fed the swine fled and told the people in the city and in the country all that was done unto the swine.

5:12 And they went out to see what it was that was done. And they came to Jesus and saw him that was possessed with the devil and had the Legion, sitting, and clothed, and in his right mind; and they were afraid.

5:13 And they that saw the miracle told them that came out, how it befell him that was possessed with the devil, and how the devil was cast out, and concerning the swine.

5:14 And they began immediately to pray him to depart out of their coasts.

5:15 And when he was come into the ship, he that had been possessed with the devil spoke to Jesus and prayed him that he might be with him.

5:16 Howbeit, Jesus suffered him not, but said unto him, Go home to thy friends and tell them how great things the Lord hath done for thee and hath had compassion on thee.

5:17 And he departed and began to publish in Decapolis how great things Jesus had done for him; and all that heard him did marvel.

KJV Luke 8:26-39

[26] ¶ And they arrived at the country of the Gadarenes, which is over against Galilee.
[27] And when he went forth to land, there met him out of the city a certain man, which had devils long time, and ware no clothes, neither abode in any house, but in the tombs.
[28] When he saw Jesus, he cried out, and fell down before him, and with a loud voice said, What have I to do with thee, Jesus, thou Son of God most high? I beseech thee, torment me not.
[29] (For he had commanded the unclean spirit to come out of the man. For oftentimes it had caught him: and he was kept bound with chains and in fetters; and he brake the bands, and was driven of the devil into the wilderness.)
[30] ¶ And Jesus asked him, saying, What is thy name? And he said, Legion: because many devils were entered into him.
[31] And they besought him that he would not command them to go out into the deep.
[32] ¶ And there was there an herd of many swine feeding on the mountain: and they besought him that he would suffer them to enter into them. And he suffered them.
[33] Then went the devils out of the man, and entered into the swine: and the herd ran violently down a steep place into the lake, and were choked.
[34] ¶ When they that fed them saw what was done, they fled, and went and told it in the city and in the country.
[35] Then they went out to see what was done; and came to Jesus, and found the man, out of whom the devils were departed, sitting at the feet of Jesus, clothed, and in his right mind: and they were afraid.
[36] They also which saw it told them by what means he that was possessed of the devils was healed.
[37] Then the whole multitude of the country of the Gadarenes round about besought him to depart from them; for they were taken with great fear: and he went up into the ship, and returned back again.
[38] ¶ Now the man out of whom the devils were departed besought him that he might be with him: but Jesus sent him away, saying,
[39] Return to thine own house, and shew how great things God hath done unto thee. And he went his way, and published throughout the whole city how great things Jesus had done unto him.

JST Luke 8:26-40

8:26 And they arrived at the country of the Gadarenes, which is over against Galilee.

8:27 And when he went forth to land, there met him out of the city a certain man, who had devils for a long time; and he would wear no clothes, neither abode in a house, but in the tombs.

8:28 When he saw Jesus, he cried out, and fell down before him, and with a loud voice said, What have I to do with thee, Jesus, thou Son of God most high? I beseech thee torment me not.

8:29 (For he had commanded the unclean spirit to come out of the man.) For ofttimes it had caught him; and he was kept bound with chains and in fetters; and he brake the bands and was driven of the devil into the wilderness.

8:30 Jesus asked him, saying, What is thy name? And he said, Legion; because many devils were entered into him.

8:31 And there was there a herd of many swine, feeding on the mountain.

8:32 And they besought him that he would suffer them to enter into the swine, and he suffered them.

8:33 And they besought him also, that he would not command them to go out into the deep. And he said unto them, Come out of the man.

8:34 Then went the devils out of the man and entered into the swine; and the herd ran violently down a steep place into the lake and were choked.

8:35 When they who fed the swine saw what was done, they fled, and went, and told the people in the city and in the country.

8:36 Then they went out to see what was done, and came to Jesus, and found the man out of whom the devils were departed, sitting at the feet of Jesus, clothed and in his right mind; and they were afraid.

8:37 They also who saw the miracle told them by what means he who was possessed of the devils was healed.

8:38 Then the whole multitude of the country of the Gadarenes, round about, besought Jesus to depart from them; for they were taken with great fear. And Jesus went up into the ship and returned back again.

8:39 Now the man out of whom the devils were departed besought him that he might be with him. But Jesus sent him away, saying,

8:40 Return to thine own house and show how great things God hath done unto thee. And he went his way and published throughout the whole city how great things Jesus had done unto him.

Rasises Jairus's Daughter

KJV Matt 9:18-19, 23-26

[18] ¶ While he spake these things unto them, behold, there came a certain ruler, and worshipped him, saying, My daughter is even now dead: but come and lay thy hand upon her, and she shall live.
[19] And Jesus arose, and followed him, and so did his disciples.
[23] ¶ And when Jesus came into the ruler's house, and saw the minstrels and the people making a noise,
[24] He said unto them, Give place: for the maid is not dead, but sleepeth. And they laughed him to scorn.
[25] But when the people were put forth, he went in, and took her by the hand, and the maid arose.
[26] And the fame hereof went abroad into all that land.

JST Matt 9:24-26, 29-32

9:24 While he spake these things unto them, behold, there came a certain ruler and worshiped him, saying, My daughter is even now dying; but come and lay thy hand upon her, and she shall live.

9:25 And Jesus arose and followed him, and also his disciples; and much people thronged him.

9:26 And, behold, a woman, which was diseased with an issue of blood twelve years, came behind him and touched the hem of his garment.

9:29 And when Jesus came into the ruler's house and saw the minstrels and the people making a noise,

9:30 He said unto them, Give place; for the maid is not dead, but sleepeth. And they laughed him to scorn.

9:31 But when the people were put forth, he went in and took her by the hand; and the maid arose.

9:32 And the fame of Jesus went abroad into all that land.

KJV Mark 5:21-24, 35-43

[21] ¶ And when Jesus was passed over again by ship unto the other side, much people gathered unto him: and he was nigh unto the sea.
[22] And, behold, there cometh one of the rulers of the synagogue, Jairus by name; and when he saw him, he fell at his feet,
[23] And besought him greatly, saying, My little daughter lieth at the point of death: I pray thee, come and lay thy hands on her, that she may be healed; and she shall live.
[24] And Jesus went with him; and much people followed him, and thronged him.
[35] ¶ While he yet spake, there came from the ruler of the synagogue's house certain which said, Thy daughter is dead: why troublest thou the Master any further?
[36] ¶ As soon as Jesus heard the word that was spoken, he saith unto the ruler of the synagogue, Be not afraid, only believe.
[37] And he suffered no man to follow him, save Peter, and James, and John the brother of James.
[38] And he cometh to the house of the ruler of the synagogue, and seeth the tumult, and them that wept and wailed greatly.
[39] And when he was come in, he saith unto them, Why make ye this ado, and weep? the damsel is not dead, but sleepeth.
[40] ¶ And they laughed him to scorn. But when he had put them all out, he taketh the father and the mother of the damsel, and them that were with him, and entereth in where the damsel was lying.
[41] And he took the damsel by the hand, and said unto her, Talitha cumi; which is, being interpreted, Damsel, I say unto thee, arise.
[42] And straightway the damsel arose, and walked; for she was of the age of twelve years. And they were astonished with a great astonishment.
[43] And he charged them straitly that no man should know it; and commanded that something should be given her to eat.

JST Mark 5:18-20, 27-35

5:18 And when Jesus had passed over again by ship unto the other side, much people gathered unto him; and he was nigh unto the sea.

5:19 And behold there cometh one of the rulers of the synagogue, Jairus by name; and when he saw him, he fell at his feet and besought him greatly, saying, My little daughter lieth at the point of death; come and lay thy hands on her that she may be healed, and she shall live.

5:20 And he went with him; and much people followed him and thronged him.

5:27 While he yet spake, there came from the ruler of the synagogue's house, a man who said, Thy daughter is dead. Why troublest thou the Master any further?

5:28 As soon as he spake, Jesus heard the word that was spoken and said unto the ruler of the synagogue, Be not afraid; only believe.

5:29 And he suffered no man to follow him, save Peter, and James, and John, the brother of James.

5:30 And he cometh to the house of the ruler of the synagogue and seeth the tumult and them that wept and wailed greatly.

5:31 And when he was come in, he said unto them, Why make ye this ado, and weep? The damsel is not dead, but sleepeth. And they laughed him to scorn.

5:32 But when he had put them all out, he taketh the father and the mother of the damsel, and them that were with him, and entereth in where the damsel was lying;

5:33 And he took the damsel by the hand and said unto her, Talitha cumi, which is, being interpreted, Damsel, I say unto thee, Arise.

5:34 And straightway the damsel arose and walked; for she was twelve years old. And they were astonished with a great astonishment.

5:35 And he charged them straitly that no man should know it and commanded that something should be given her to eat.

KJV Luke 8:40-42, 49-56

[40] ¶ And it came to pass, that, when Jesus was returned, the people gladly received him: for they were all waiting for him.
[41] And, behold, there came a man named Jairus, and he was a ruler of the synagogue: and he fell down at Jesus' feet, and besought him that he would come into his house:
[42] For he had one only daughter, about twelve years of age, and she lay a dying. But as he went the people thronged him.
[49] ¶ While he yet spake, there cometh one from the ruler of the synagogue's house, saying to him, Thy daughter is dead; trouble not the Master.
[50] ¶ But when Jesus heard it, he answered him, saying, Fear not: believe only, and she shall be made whole.
[51] And when he came into the house, he suffered no man to go in, save Peter, and James, and John, and the father and the mother of the maiden.
[52] And all wept, and bewailed her: but he said, Weep not; she is not dead, but sleepeth.
[53] And they laughed him to scorn, knowing that she was dead.
[54] ¶ And he put them all out, and took her by the hand, and called, saying, Maid, arise.
[55] And her spirit came again, and she arose straightway: and he commanded to give her meat.
[56] And her parents were astonished: but he charged them that they should tell no man what was done.

JST Luke 8:41-43,50-55

8:41 And it came to pass that when Jesus was returned, the people received him; for they were all waiting for him.

8:42 And behold, there came a man named Jairus, and he was a ruler of the synagogue; and he fell down at Jesus' feet and besought him that he would come into his house;

8:43 For he had an only daughter, about twelve years of age, and she lay a-dying. But as he went, the people thronged him.

8:50 While he yet spake, there cometh one from the ruler of the synagogue's house, saying to him, Thy daughter is dead; trouble not the Master.

8:51 But Jesus heard him, and he said unto the ruler of the synagogue, Fear not; believe only, and she shall be made whole. And when he came into the house, he suffered no man to go in, save Peter, and James, and John, and the father and the mother of the maiden.

8:52 And all wept and bewailed her; but he said, Weep not; for she is not dead, but sleepeth. And they laughed him to scorn, knowing that she was dead.

8:53 And he put them all out and took her by the hand; and he called, saying, Maid, arise.

8:54 And her spirit came again, and she arose straightway; and he commanded to give her meat.

8:55 And her parents were astonished; but he charged them that they should tell no man what was done.

Heals Woman with Issue of Blood

KJV Matt 9:20-22

[20] ¶ And, behold, a woman, which was diseased with an issue of blood twelve years, came behind him, and touched the hem of his garment:
[21] For she said within herself, If I may but touch his garment, I shall be whole.
[22] But Jesus turned him about, and when he saw her, he said, Daughter, be of good comfort; thy faith hath made thee whole. And the woman was made whole from that hour.

JST Matt 9:26-28

9:26 And, behold, a woman, which was diseased with an issue of blood twelve years, came behind him and touched the hem of his garment.

9:27 For she said within herself, If I may but touch his garment, I shall be whole.

9:28 But Jesus turned him about; and when he saw her, he said, Daughter, be of good comfort; thy faith hath made thee whole. And the woman was made whole from that hour.

KJV Mark 5:25-34

[25] ¶ And a certain woman, which had an issue of blood twelve years,
[26] And had suffered many things of many physicians, and had spent all that she had, and was nothing bettered, but rather grew worse,
[27] When she had heard of Jesus, came in the press behind, and touched his garment.
[28] For she said, If I may touch but his clothes, I shall be whole.
[29] ¶ And straightway the fountain of her blood was dried up; and she felt in her body that she was healed of that plague.
[30] And Jesus, immediately knowing in himself that virtue had gone out of him, turned him about in the press, and said, Who touched my clothes?
[31] ¶ And his disciples said unto him, Thou seest the multitude thronging thee, and sayest thou, Who touched me?
[32] ¶ And he looked round about to see her that had done this thing.
[33] But the woman fearing and trembling, knowing what was done in her, came and fell down before him, and told him all the truth.
[34] And he said unto her, Daughter, thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace, and be whole of thy plague.

JST Mark 5:21-26

5:21 And a certain woman--which had an issue of blood twelve years, and had suffered many things of many physicians, and had spent all that she had, and was nothing bettered, but rather grew worse--when she had heard of Jesus, she came in the press behind and touched his garment; for she said, If I may touch but his clothes, I shall be whole.

5:22 And straightway the fountain of her blood was dried up; and she felt in her body that she was healed of that plague.

5:23 And Jesus, immediately knowing in himself that virtue had gone out of him, turned him about in the press and said, Who touched my clothes?

5:24 And his disciples said unto him, Thou seest the multitude thronging thee, and sayest thou, Who touched me?

5:25 And he looked round about to see her that had done this thing; but the woman, fearing and trembling, knowing what was done in her, came, and fell down before him, and told him all the truth.

5:26 And he said unto her, Daughter, thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace, and be whole of thy plague.

KJV Luke 8:43-48

[43] And a woman having an issue of blood twelve years, which had spent all her living upon physicians, neither could be healed of any,
[44] Came behind him, and touched the border of his garment: and immediately her issue of blood stanched.
[45] ¶ And Jesus said, Who touched me? When all denied, Peter and they that were with him said, Master, the multitude throng thee and press thee, and sayest thou, Who touched me?
[46] ¶ And Jesus said, Somebody hath touched me: for I perceive that virtue is gone out of me.
[47] And when the woman saw that she was not hid, she came trembling, and falling down before him, she declared unto him before all the people for what cause she had touched him and how she was healed immediately.
[48] ¶ And he said unto her, Daughter, be of good comfort: thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace.

JST Luke 8:44-49

8:44 And a woman, having an issue of blood twelve years, who had spent all her living upon physicians, neither could be healed of any,

8:45 Came behind Jesus and touched the border of his garment; and immediately her issue of blood staunched.

8:46 And Jesus said, Who touched me? When all denied, Peter and they who were with him said, Master, the multitude throng thee and press upon thee, and sayest thou, Who touched me?

8:47 And Jesus said, Someone hath touched me; for I perceive that virtue is gone out of me.

8:48 And when the woman found that she was not hid, she came trembling; and falling down before him, she declared unto him before all the people for what cause she had touched him and how she was healed immediately.

8:49 And he said unto her, Daughter, be of good comfort; thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace.

Events in the Life of Jesus Christ

Introductions

Introduction

Pre-mortal Christ

Genealogies

Birth and Early Life of Jesus and John the Baptist

The Birth of John the Baptist Foretold

Elisabeth’s Seclusion

Mary told of Jesus's Birth

Mary visits Elisabeth

Birth of John the Baptist

Zacharias's Prophecy

Joseph told of Jesus's Birth

Joseph and Mary go to Bethlehem

Birth of Jesus

Shepherds told of the Savior's Birth

Naming of Jesus

Jesus presented in the Temple

Visit of the Wise Men

Flight to Egypt

Herod kills children 2 years old and under

Return to Nazareth

Visit to the Temple for Passover

After the visit to the Temple

John's Ministry; Jesus's Ministry in Galilee

John the Baptist Fulfills Prophecy

John the Baptist's Call to Repentance

Baptism of Jesus

Temptation of Jesus

John's Disciples Follow Jesus

Marriage at Cana

The Early Judean Ministry of Jesus Christ

First Cleasing of the Temple

Sign of Jonah

First Passover

Visit with Nicodemus

John testifies of Jesus

John the Baptist Imprisoned

Pharisees seek to kill Jesus

Jesus's Second Galilean Ministry

Jesus visits Samaria on way to Galilee

Jesus preaches in Galilee

Heals the Nobleman's Son

Rejected at Nazarath

Dwells in Capernaum

Fisherman called to be fishers of men

Teaches at Capernaum Synagogue

Heals at Capernaum Synagogue

Jesus Heals Peter's Mother-in-law

Jesus Heals in the Evening

Preaches in Galilee

Sermon on the Mount

Introduction

Beatutides

Share the message

Law Fulfilled

Intent of the Law: Clean Hands and a Pure Heart

Righteous Motivations

Relating to Possessions

Teaching People the Gospel

Two Choices

Jesus taught with authority

Jesus's Second Galilean Ministry Continued

Jesus Heals a Leper

Jesus Heals a Paralytic

Feast at Matthew's House

John's Discipes Ask About Fasting

Attends a Feast, Heals on the Sabbath

Teaches about the Father

Eating Corn on the Sabbath

Healing on the Sabbath

Jesus Calls Twelve Apostles

Sermon on the Plain

Introduction

The Four Blessings

The Four Woes

Love Your Enemies

Relating to People

Two Choices

Jesus's Second Galilean Ministry Continued

Jesus's Second Galilean Ministry ^Continued

Jesus's Second Galilean Ministry ^Continued

Jesus's Second Galilean Ministry ^Continued