Matthew 13:56
“And his sisters, are they not all with us? Whence then hath this man all these things?”

What does Matthew 13:56 mean?
Matthew 13:56 in the King James Version of the Bible reads, "And his sisters, are they not all with us? Whence then hath this man all these things?" This verse is part of a larger passage in which Jesus is teaching in his hometown and the people are astonished by his wisdom and…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Hometown Perspective: Recognizing Christ Among Us
In Matthew 13:56, we encounter a moment of skepticism and resistance from the people of Nazareth regarding Jesus’ ministry—"And his sisters, are they not all with us? Whence then hath this man all these things?" Their questioning reveals profound truths about familiarity, faith…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer for Understanding: Embracing the Wisdom of Christ
Heavenly Father, I come before You with a humble heart, seeking enlightenment and deeper understanding of Your precious Word. As I reflect on Matthew 13:56, where the people questioned, "And his sisters, are they not all with us? Whence then hath this man all these things?" I…
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