Matthew 11:25-26
What is written? (ESV)
At that time Jesus declared, I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that you have hidden these things from the wise and understanding and revealed them to little children; yes, Father, for such was your gracious will.
What does it say?
It was at that moment that Jesus thanked the Father and Lord of heaven and earth, that it was by His generous will that He had hidden these teachings from the wise and understanding while revealing them to little children.
What is its immediate context?
Later in Jesus’ ministry when his cousin John the Baptist has been imprisoned (vs 2) before his death. “Then he began to denounce the cities where most of his mighty works had been done, because they did not repent.” (vs 20)Matthew’s is the only account (11:20-30).
How Matthew 11:25-26 is applied across Bible answers
Does Bible interpretation require special training?
Jesus states a truth regarding who can receive God's word, fundamentally contrasting between the humble/"poor in spirit" (e.g. "little children") and the proud/"puffed up" (e.g. "wise and understanding").
