Matthew 9:36 Meaning
But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd.
Context Explained
34But the Pharisees said, He casteth out devils through the prince of the devils.
35And Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people.
36But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd.
37Then saith he unto his disciples, The harvest truly is plenteous, but the labourers are few;
38Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth labourers into his harvest.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 14:14
This verse also shows Jesus' compassion when he sees the crowds.
Ezekiel 34:5-6
This Old Testament passage speaks of God’s people as scattered sheep, which Jesus addresses.
Luke 19:10
This verse emphasizes Jesus' mission to seek and save the lost, aligning with his compassion.
Source: Matthew 9:36