Matthew 12:9 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And when he was departed thence, he went into their synagogue:

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After that, he left and went to their local synagogue.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jesus kept moving, showing up where people gathered to worship.

📚 Historical Context

In the historical context of Matthew 12, Jesus had just defended his disciples for picking grain on the Sabbath, which put him at odds with the Pharisees who strictly enforced traditional interpretations of Jewish law. He then entered a synagogue, a central gathering place for Jews to worship, study Scripture, and receive religious instruction. This scene reflects the broader tensions in first-century Judea between Jesus' transformative ministry and the established religious authorities.

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After they left Perga, Paul and his crew made their way to Antioch in Pisidia. When Saturday rolled around, they headed to the local synagogue and found seats.

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