Matthew 25:15

To one he gave five talents, to another two talents, and to another one talent—each according to his own ability. And he went on his journey.

Berean Standard Bible

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Study note

Setting — Jesus narrates this moment within a parable about a master who summons his servants, entrusts them with his property, and distributes resources before departing on a journey.

The words — The text employs ἔδωκεν (edōken), literally "he gave," to mark the master's action, and τάλαντα (talanta), meaning "talents," for the specific units of currency entrusted.

The thread — This pattern of delegated resources reappears in Luke 19:13, where a nobleman gives ten minas to ten servants before traveling, and aligns with Luke 12:48, which ties varying measures of responsibility to varying outcomes.

Why it lands — The passage states that resources are distributed individually according to each servant's capacity, demanding that readers recognize stewardship as a personal measure rather than a uniform assignment.

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The Greek words

King James Version

And unto one he gave five talents, to another two, and to another one; to every man according to his several ability; and straightway took his journey.

Cross-references

Matthew 18:24 As he began the settlements, a debtor owing ten thousand talents was brought to him.
Luke 19:13 Beforehand, he called ten of his servants and gave them ten minas. ‘Conduct business with this until I return,’ he said.
Luke 12:48 But the one who unknowingly does things worthy of punishment will be beaten with few blows. From everyone who has been given much, much will be required; and from him who has been entrusted with much, even more will be demanded.