Matthew 12:46
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
The True Kindred of Jesus
46 While he was still speaking to the people, behold, his mother and his brethren[a] stood outside, asking to speak to him.[b]
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- 12.46 brethren: The Greek word or its Semitic equivalent was used for varying degrees of blood relationship; cf. Gen 14.14; 29.12; Lev 10.4.
- Matthew 12:46 Other ancient authorities insert verse 47, Some one told him, “Your mother and your brethren are standing outside, asking to speak to you”
Matthew 12:46
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
46 (A)While he was still speaking to the crowds, his mother and his brothers appeared outside, wishing to speak with him.
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Matthew 12:46
English Standard Version
Jesus' Mother and Brothers
46 While he was still speaking to the people, behold, (A)his mother and his (B)brothers[a] stood outside, asking to speak to him.[b]
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- Matthew 12:46 Or brothers and sisters; also verses 48, 49
- Matthew 12:46 Some manuscripts insert verse 47: Someone told him, “Your mother and your brothers are standing outside, asking to speak to you”
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