Matthew 10:12

As you enter into the household, greet it.

World English Bible

In The King James Version

And when ye come into an house, salute it.

In Context

11Into whatever city or village you enter, find out who in it is worthy, and stay there until you go on.

13If the household is worthy, let your peace come on it, but if it isn’t worthy, let your peace return to you.

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Cross References

1 Samuel 25:6Tell him, ‘Long life to you! Peace be to you! Peace be to your house! Peace be to all that you have!

Acts 10:36The word which he sent to the children of Israel, preaching good news of peace by Jesus Christ—he is Lord of all—

3 John 1:14but I hope to see you soon. Then we will speak face to face. Peace be to you. The friends greet you. Greet the friends by name.

Matthew Henry on Matthew 10:6-16

Instructions to the Apostles. 5 These twelve Jesus sent forth, and commanded them, saying, Go not into the way of the Gentiles, and into any city of the Samaritans enter ye not: 6 But go rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. 7 And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of heaven is at hand. 8 Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils: freely ye have received, freely give. 9 Provide neither gold, nor silver, nor brass in your purses, 10 Nor scrip for your journey, neither two… Read the whole commentary →

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