Matthew 12:46

New English Translation

⁴⁶While Jesus^[a] was still speaking to the crowds,^[b] his mother and brothers^[c] came and stood outside, asking^[d] to speak to him.

Matthew 12:46 tn Grk “he”; the referent (Jesus) has been specified in the translation for clarity.
Matthew 12:46 tn Grk “crowds, behold, his mother.” The Greek word ἰδού (idou) has not been translated because it has no exact English equivalent here, but adds interest and emphasis (BDAG 468 s.v. 1).
Matthew 12:46 sn The issue of whether Jesus had brothers (siblings) has had a long history in the church. Epiphanius, in the 4th century, argued that Mary was a perpetual virgin and had no offspring other than Jesus. Others argued that these brothers were really cousins. Nothing in the text suggests any of this. See also John 7:3.
Matthew 12:46 tn Grk “seeking.”

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