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Matthew 26:41
Disciples’ Literal New Testament
Matthew 26:41
Disciples’ Literal New Testament
41 Keep watching, and be praying that[a] you may not enter into temptation[b]. The spirit is willing[c], but the flesh is weak”.
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- Matthew 26:41 Or, Keep watching and praying, in order that.
- Matthew 26:41 Jesus may mean the temptation to deny Him as He predicted; or, to sleep.
- Matthew 26:41 Or, is eager, ready. This willingness may refer to their promise in v 35. Their weak flesh needs spiritual strength if they are to stand firm. Pray for strength so that the upcoming trial does not become a cause of falling for you. Or, Jesus may mean that they want to stay awake, but their body is tired.
Matthew 26:41
New International Version
Matthew 26:41
New International Version
41 “Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation.(A) The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.”
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