Matthew 4:7

KJV

Jesus said unto him, It is written again, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God.

— Matthew 4:7, King James Version
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Context

This verse from Matthew Chapter 4 connects to 10 cross-references. Jesus is led into the wilderness and tempted by the devil three times: bread from stones, throwing himself from the temple, and all the kingdoms of the world. He rebukes each temptation with Deuteronomy. After John's arrest Jesus begins preaching …

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Other Translations

ASV

Jesus said unto him, Again it is written, Thou shalt not make trial of the Lord thy God.

YLT

Jesus said to him again, `It hath been written, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God.'

BBE

Jesus said to him, Again it is in the Writings, You may not put the Lord your God to the test.

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