King James Version
Matthew 24:45 in the King James Version says “Who then is a faithful and wise servant, whom his lord hath made ruler over his household, to give them meat in due seas...” — study this verse from Matthew chapter 24 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.
“Who then is a faithful and wise servant, whom his lord hath made ruler over his household, to give them meat in due season?”
Matthew 24:45 · KJV
But know this, that if the goodman of the house had known in what watch the thief would come, he would have watched, and would not have suffered his house to be broken up.
Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh.
Who then is a faithful and wise servant, whom his lord hath made ruler over his household, to give them meat in due season?
Blessed is that servant, whom his lord when he cometh shall find so doing.
Verily I say unto you, That he shall make him ruler over all his goods.
KJV Study — Public Domain
“servant”
G1401a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)
“and”
G2532and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
“wise”
G5429thoughtful, i.e., sagacious or discreet (implying a cautious character; while g4680 denotes practical skill or acumen; and g4908 indicates rather inte
“hath made ruler”
G2525to place down (permanently), i.e., (figuratively) to designate, constitute, convoy
“lord”
G2962supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)
“his”
G846the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
“over”
G1909properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re
“household”
G2322attendance (specially, medical, i.e., cure); figuratively and collectively, domestics
“his”
G846the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
“to give”
G1325to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
“his”
G846the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
This verse is found in the book of Matthew. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Matthew 24:45 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Verses related to Matthew 24:45 from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge