Matthew 10:1

And calling His twelve disciples to Him, Jesus gave them authority over unclean spirits, so that they could drive them out and heal every disease and sickness.

Berean Standard Bible

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Study note

Setting — Jesus calls His twelve disciples to Himself, acting as the central figure who initiates the delegation of specific powers.

The words — προσκαλεσάμενος (proskalesamenos) translates literally as "having summoned" or "calling to Himself," and ἔδωκεν (edōken) means "He gave."

The thread — This event parallels Luke 9:1, where Jesus grants power over demons and healing, and aligns with Mark 3:13 and Mark 6:7, which record similar calls to the Twelve and grants of authority.

Why it lands — The text records a direct transfer of authority from Jesus to a defined group, requiring readers to acknowledge that the power to cast out unclean spirits and heal every disease originates solely from Him.

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The Greek words

King James Version

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.

Cross-references

Luke 9:1 Then Jesus called the Twelve together and gave them power and authority over all demons, and power to cure diseases.
Mark 3:13 Then Jesus went up on the mountain and called for those He wanted, and they came to Him.
Mark 6:7 Then Jesus called the Twelve to Him and began to send them out two by two, giving them authority over unclean spirits.
Luke 10:19 Behold, I have given you authority to tread on snakes and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy. Nothing will harm you.
Mark 16:17 And these signs will accompany those who believe: In My name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues;
Luke 24:49 And behold, I am sending the promise of My Father upon you. But remain in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.”
Luke 6:13 When daylight came, He called His disciples to Him and chose twelve of them, whom He also designated as apostles:
Acts 1:8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and you will be My witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”
John 3:27 John replied, “A man can receive only what is given him from heaven.
Matthew 28:18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me.