And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved.

MATTHEW 10:22KJV
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Matthew 10:22 (KJV)

What does Matthew 10:22 mean?

Matthew 10:22 says that followers of Jesus will be disliked or rejected by many people because of their association with him, but those who remain faithful and steadfast until the end will be rescued or delivered. The verse highlights both the reality of opposition and the promise of ultimate safety for those who persist.

In this verse, Jesus is speaking to his disciples as he sends them out to share his message. He warns them that their connection to him will bring hostility from others, but he also encourages them by assuring that endurance—sticking with their faith despite hardship—will lead to salvation. The focus is on perseverance in the face of difficulty, not on immediate acceptance or comfort.

The Greek behind Matthew 10:22

  • "μισέω" (miseō, G3404) means "to hate." The Greek word here is strong, often used for deep hostility or rejection, emphasizing the seriousness of the opposition Jesus' followers would face.
  • "ὑπομένω" (hypomenō, G5278) means "to endure" or "to stand firm." This word carries the sense of remaining steadfast under pressure, not just passively waiting but actively holding out through trials.
  • "τέλος" (telos, G5056) means "end" or "goal." In this context, it refers to the completion of a difficult journey or period, not just the passage of time.
  • "σῴζω" (sōzō, G4982) means "to save" or "to rescue." The Greek here often refers to being delivered from danger or harm, not just spiritual salvation but also protection through hardship.

Why Matthew 10:22 matters

  • Matthew 10:22 clarifies that following Jesus may bring real social or personal cost, correcting any idea that faith always leads to popularity or ease.
  • The verse stresses endurance as a key quality for disciples, connecting personal perseverance with the broader theme of faithfulness found throughout Matthew’s Gospel.
  • This verse helps set the tone for the whole chapter, where Jesus prepares his followers for both the challenges and the hope that come with their mission.

Where else these words appear

“endureth” Greek G5278 · used in 16 verses

  • Matthew 24:13 But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.
  • 1 Corinthians 13:7 Beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things.
  • Hebrews 12:3 For consider him that endured such contradiction of sinners against himself, lest ye be wearied and faint in your minds.

“hated” Greek G3404 · used in 38 verses

  • Matthew 5:43 Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy.
  • Luke 21:17 And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake.
  • Ephesians 5:29 For no man ever yet hated his own flesh; but nourisheth and cherisheth it, even as the Lord the church:

“end” Greek G5056 · used in 41 verses

  • Matthew 17:25 He saith, Yes. And when he was come into the house, Jesus prevented him, saying, What thinkest thou, Simon? of whom do the kings of the earth take custom or tribute? of their own children, or of strangers?
  • Romans 6:21 What fruit had ye then in those things whereof ye are now ashamed? for the end of those things is death.
  • Hebrews 3:6 But Christ as a son over his own house; whose house are we, if we hold fast the confidence and the rejoicing of the hope firm unto the end.

“saved” Greek G4982 · used in 103 verses

  • Matthew 1:21 And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins.
  • Luke 13:23 Then said one unto him, Lord, are there few that be saved? And he said unto them,
  • Romans 11:14 If by any means I may provoke to emulation them which are my flesh, and might save some of them.