Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version He replied, “It is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs.” New Living Translation Jesus responded, “It isn’t right to take food from the children and throw it to the dogs.” English Standard Version And he answered, “It is not right to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs.” Berean Standard Bible But Jesus replied, “It is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs.” Berean Literal Bible And answering, He said, “It is not good to take the bread of the children and to cast it to the dogs.” King James Bible But he answered and said, It is not meet to take the children's bread, and to cast it to dogs. New King James Version But He answered and said, “It is not good to take the children’s bread and throw it to the little dogs.” New American Standard Bible Yet He answered and said, “It is not good to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs.” NASB 1995 And He answered and said, “It is not good to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs.” NASB 1977 And He answered and said, “It is not good to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs.” Legacy Standard Bible And He answered and said, “It is not good to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs.” Amplified Bible And He replied, “It is not good (appropriate, fair) to take the children’s bread and throw it to the pet dogs.” Berean Annotated Bible But Jesus replied, “It is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs. Christian Standard Bible He answered, “It isn’t right to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs.” Holman Christian Standard Bible He answered, “It isn’t right to take the children’s bread and throw it to their dogs."” American Standard Version And he answered and said, It is not meet to take the children's bread and cast it to the dogs. Contemporary English Version Jesus replied, "It isn't right to take food away from children and feed it to dogs." English Revised Version And he answered and said, It is not meet to take the children's bread and cast it to the dogs. GOD'S WORD® Translation Jesus replied, "It's not right to take the children's food and throw it to the dogs." Good News Translation Jesus answered, "It isn't right to take the children's food and throw it to the dogs." International Standard Version He replied, "It's not right to take the children's bread and throw it to the puppies." NET Bible "It is not right to take the children's bread and throw it to the dogs," he said. New Heart English Bible But he answered, "It is not appropriate to take the children's bread and throw it to the dogs." Webster's Bible Translation But he answered and said, It is not meet to take the children's bread, and to cast it to dogs. Weymouth New Testament "It is not right," He said, "to take the children's bread and throw it to the dogs." Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBut Jesus replied, “It is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs.” World English Bible But he answered, “It is not appropriate to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs.” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand He answering said, “It is not good to take the children’s bread, and to cast to the little dogs.” Berean Literal Bible And answering, He said, “It is not good to take the bread of the children and to cast it to the dogs.” Young's Literal Translation and he answering said, 'It is not good to take the children's bread, and to cast to the little dogs.' Smith's Literal Translation And he, having answered, said, It is not good to take the children's bread, and cast it to the little dogs. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWho answering, said: It is not good to take the bread of the children, and to cast it to the dogs. Catholic Public Domain Version And responding, he said, “It is not good to take the bread of the children and cast it to the dogs.” New American Bible He said in reply, “It is not right to take the food of the children and throw it to the dogs.” New Revised Standard Version He answered, “It is not fair to take the children’s food and throw it to the dogs.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleJesus said to her, It is not right to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs. Aramaic Bible in Plain English He said to her, “It is not good to take the children's bread and cast it to the dogs.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentHe answered and said: It is not good to take the children's bread, and throw it to the little dogs. Godbey New Testament He responding said, Haweis New Testament But he answering said, It is not proper to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs. Mace New Testament but he answered, it is not just to take the childrens bread, and throw it to puppies. Weymouth New Testament "It is not right," He said, "to take the children's bread and throw it to the dogs." Worrell New Testament And He, answering, said, Worsley New Testament But he answered, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Faith of the Canaanite Woman…25The woman came and knelt before Him. “Lord, help me!” she said. 26But Jesus replied, “It is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs.” 27“Yes, Lord,” she said, “even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from their master’s table.”… Cross References But Jesus replied, Mark 7:27-28 “First let the children have their fill,” He said. “For it is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs.” / “Yes, Lord,” she replied, “even the dogs under the table eat the children’s crumbs.” John 4:21-24 “Believe Me, woman,” Jesus replied, “a time is coming when you will worship the Father neither on this mountain nor in Jerusalem. / You worship what you do not know; we worship what we do know, for salvation is from the Jews. / But a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and in truth, for the Father is seeking such as these to worship Him. … “It is not right Matthew 7:6 Do not give dogs what is holy; do not throw your pearls before swine. If you do, they may trample them under their feet, and then turn and tear you to pieces. Acts 13:46 Then Paul and Barnabas answered them boldly: “It was necessary to speak the word of God to you first. But since you reject it and do not consider yourselves worthy of eternal life, we now turn to the Gentiles. Romans 1:16 I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, first to the Jew, then to the Greek. to take the children’s bread Exodus 16:4 Then the LORD said to Moses, “Behold, I will rain down bread from heaven for you. Each day the people are to go out and gather enough for that day. In this way I will test whether or not they will follow My instructions. Psalm 78:24-25 He rained down manna for them to eat; He gave them grain from heaven. / Man ate the bread of angels; He sent them food in abundance. John 6:31-35 Our fathers ate the manna in the wilderness, as it is written: ‘He gave them bread from heaven to eat.’” / Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I tell you, it was not Moses who gave you the bread from heaven, but it is My Father who gives you the true bread from heaven. / For the bread of God is He who comes down from heaven and gives life to the world.” … and toss it to the dogs.” Philippians 3:2 Watch out for those dogs, those workers of evil, those mutilators of the flesh! Revelation 22:15 But outside are the dogs, the sorcerers, the sexually immoral, the murderers, the idolaters, and everyone who loves and practices falsehood. 2 Peter 2:22 Of them the proverbs are true: “A dog returns to its vomit,” and, “A sow that is washed goes back to her wallowing in the mud.” John 1:11 He came to His own, and His own did not receive Him. Romans 15:8 For I tell you that Christ has become a servant of the circumcised on behalf of God’s truth, to confirm the promises made to the patriarchs, Galatians 2:15-16 We who are Jews by birth and not Gentile “sinners” / know that a man is not justified by works of the law, but by faith in Jesus Christ. So we, too, have believed in Christ Jesus, that we may be justified by faith in Christ and not by works of the law, because by works of the law no one will be justified. Ephesians 2:11-13 Therefore remember that formerly you who are Gentiles in the flesh and called uncircumcised by the so-called circumcision (that done in the body by human hands)— / remember that at that time you were separate from Christ, alienated from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers to the covenants of the promise, without hope and without God in the world. / But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near through the blood of Christ. John 4:22 You worship what you do not know; we worship what we do know, for salvation is from the Jews. Treasury of Scripture But he answered and said, It is not meet to take the children's bread, and to cast it to dogs. It is not. Matthew 7:6 Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you. Mark 7:27,28 But Jesus said unto her, Let the children first be filled: for it is not meet to take the children's bread, and to cast it unto the dogs… Acts 22:21,22 And he said unto me, Depart: for I will send thee far hence unto the Gentiles… dogs. Jump to Previous Appropriate Bread Cast Children Children's Dogs Fair Good Little Meet Right Throw TossJump to Next Appropriate Bread Cast Children Children's Dogs Fair Good Little Meet Right Throw TossMatthew 15 1. Jesus reproves the Scribes and Pharisees 7. for transgressing God's commandments through their own traditions; 10. teaches how that which goes into the mouth does not defile a man. 21. He heals the daughter of the woman of Canaan, 29. and other great multitudes; 32. and with seven loaves and a few small fish feeds four thousand men But Jesus replied In this passage, Jesus is responding to a Canaanite woman who has approached Him for help. This interaction highlights Jesus' willingness to engage with Gentiles, which was significant given the Jewish-Gentile tensions of the time. His reply is part of a larger dialogue that tests the woman's faith and reveals His mission focus. It is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus- The central figure in this passage, Jesus is the Messiah and the Son of God, who is teaching and performing miracles throughout His ministry. 2. The Canaanite Woman - A Gentile woman from the region of Tyre and Sidon who approaches Jesus, seeking healing for her demon-possessed daughter. 3. The Disciples - Followers of Jesus who are present during this encounter and initially urge Jesus to send the woman away. 4. Tyre and Sidon - Regions outside of Israel, known for their Gentile populations, highlighting the cross-cultural nature of this encounter. 5. The Daughter - The afflicted child of the Canaanite woman, whose healing is the focus of the mother's plea to Jesus. Teaching Points Understanding Jesus' MissionJesus' initial response to the Canaanite woman reflects His primary mission to the "lost sheep of Israel" (Matthew 15:24). This highlights the unfolding plan of God, where the gospel would first be presented to the Jews and then to the Gentiles. Faith and Persistence The Canaanite woman's persistence and faith are key elements in this passage. Her willingness to approach Jesus despite cultural and religious barriers demonstrates a faith that is commendable and effective. Humility and Recognition The woman's response to Jesus' statement in Matthew 15:26, "It is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs," shows her humility and recognition of her position, yet she still believes in Jesus' power and mercy. Inclusivity of the Gospel This passage foreshadows the inclusivity of the gospel message, which breaks down barriers between Jews and Gentiles, emphasizing that faith in Jesus is available to all. God's Timing and Plan Understanding that God's plan unfolds in His timing, and sometimes His responses to our requests may challenge us to deeper faith and understanding. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Matthew 15:26?2. How does Matthew 15:26 challenge our understanding of Jesus' mission to Gentiles? 3. What does "children's bread" symbolize in the context of Matthew 15:26? 4. How can Matthew 15:26 deepen our appreciation for God's plan of salvation? 5. In what ways can we apply Matthew 15:26 to our daily evangelism efforts? 6. How does Matthew 15:26 connect with Romans 1:16 about the gospel's reach? 7. Why does Jesus refer to Gentiles as "dogs" in Matthew 15:26? 8. How does Matthew 15:26 align with Jesus' message of love and inclusion? 9. What cultural context explains Jesus' words in Matthew 15:26? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 15? 11. Why did Jesus refer to the Canaanite woman as a dog? 12. If Jesus was sinless, why did He call a Gentile woman a “dog” (Matthew 15:26)? 13. Why did she mention dogs eating table crumbs? 14. Why did she mention dogs eating table crumbs? What Does Matthew 15:26 Mean But Jesus replied- Jesus answers a Canaanite woman who persistently seeks healing for her daughter (Matthew 15:22-23) even after the disciples urge Him to send her away. - His reply shows He is actively engaged, not dismissive; throughout the Gospels He frequently tests faith before granting requests (Mark 5:36; John 11:40). - The direct response reminds us that every encounter with Christ is personal—He hears, He answers, and He shapes hearts in the process (Psalm 34:4-6). It is not right - Jesus states a moral principle: certain things are proper within God’s order, others are not (Isaiah 55:8-9). - Here, “right” highlights covenant priority—He was first sent to Israel (Matthew 10:5-6; Romans 1:16). - God’s plan moves from Israel to the nations in stages (Acts 1:8); Jesus’ words underline that progression without denying Gentiles eventual inclusion. to take the children’s bread - “Children” points to the covenant people, Israel, heirs of God’s promises (Exodus 4:22; Hosea 11:1). - “Bread” signifies the blessings of Messiah—healing, deliverance, salvation (John 6:35). - Jesus protects the integrity of His mission: feed the covenant family first, then extend the table to all (Matthew 8:11; Ephesians 2:12-13). and toss it to the dogs - “Dogs” was a common Jewish colloquialism for Gentiles, underscoring outsider status (1 Samuel 17:43). - The word choice tests the woman’s faith; she humbly accepts the label yet appeals to God’s mercy (Matthew 15:27). - Her response anticipates the gospel’s reach beyond Israel, foreshadowing Acts 10 where Gentiles receive the same grace. - Christ’s seemingly hard statement actually opens the door for a bold, faith-filled reply—demonstrating that humble perseverance is honored (Luke 18:1-8). summary Matthew 15:26 reveals Jesus maintaining the divine order of salvation history: Israel first, then the nations. His reply challenges a Gentile woman’s faith, and her persistence shows that even “outsiders” who trust Him are welcomed. The verse underscores covenant priority, God’s unwavering righteousness, and the wideness of mercy that soon overflows to every people. (26) To cast it to dogs.--The word used was diminutive in its form, and as such pointed not to the wild, unclean beasts that haunt the streets of an Eastern city (Psalm 59:6), but to the tamer animals that were bred in the house, and kept as pets. The history of Tobias and his dog, in the Apocrypha, furnishes the one example in Biblical literature of this friendly relation between the dog and his master (Tobit 5:16).The answer has, even taking this into account, a somewhat harsh sound, but it did not go beyond the language with which the woman must have been familiar, and it was probably but a common proverb, like our "Charity begins at home," indicating the line of demarcation which gave a priority to the claims of the family of Israel to those of strangers. We may well believe that there was no intentional scorn in it, though it emphasized an actual distinction. Verse 26. - But he answered and said. At length Jesus spoke directly to her; but his words were rough in sound, still enforcing the previous repulse. It is not meet; οὐκ ἔστι καλόν: non est bonum (Vulgate). Another reading of less authority is oboe ἔξεστιν, "it is not lawful." The question is rather of fairness and expediency than of lawfulness. To take the children's bread. "The children" are the chosen people, "the children of the kingdom" (Matthew 8:12), who held this high position by election, however individuals might forfeit it by an unworthy use of privileges. "Bread" is meant to signify the graces and favours bestowed by God in Christ. To cast it. An humiliating term; not to give it, as you would to your children, but to throw it away as valueless, fit only for animals. Dogs (κυναρίοις). A contemptuous diminutive, rendered by Wickliffe, "whelpies," or, as we might say, "curs." This was the term applied by the Jews to the Gentiles, even as Turks nowadays talk of "dogs of Christians," and as in later times, by a curious inversion, the Jews themselves were generally saluted with the opprobrious name of"dogs." Some have seen a term of endearment in the diminutive "little dogs," as though Christ desired to soften the harshness of the expression by referring, not to the prowling, unowned animals that act as scavengers in Oriental towns, but to the petted inmates of the master's house. But Scripture gives no warrant for thinking that the Hebrews ever kept dogs as friends and companions, in our modern fashion; and our Lord adopts the language of his countrymen, to put the woman in her right position, as one with whom Jews could have no fellowship. To take the blessings from the Church of Israel in order to give them to aliens was to throw them away on unworthy recipients.Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Butδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. [Jesus] replied, ἀποκριθεὶς (apokritheis) Verb - Aorist Participle Passive - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 611: From apo and krino; to conclude for oneself, i.e. to respond; by Hebraism to begin to speak. “It is ἔστιν (estin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. not Οὐκ (Ouk) Adverb Strong's 3756: No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. right καλὸν (kalon) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular Strong's 2570: Properly, beautiful, but chiefly good, i.e. Valuable or virtuous. to take λαβεῖν (labein) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active Strong's 2983: (a) I receive, get, (b) I take, lay hold of. the τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. children’s τέκνων (teknōn) Noun - Genitive Neuter Plural Strong's 5043: A child, descendent, inhabitant. From the base of timoria; a child. bread ἄρτον (arton) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 740: Bread, a loaf, food. From airo; bread or a loaf. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. toss [it] βαλεῖν (balein) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active Strong's 906: (a) I cast, throw, rush, (b) often, in the weaker sense: I place, put, drop. A primary verb; to throw. to the τοῖς (tois) Article - Dative Neuter Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. dogs.” κυναρίοις (kynariois) Noun - Dative Neuter Plural Strong's 2952: A little dog, a house dog. Neuter of a presumed derivative of kuon; a puppy. 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