Matthew 26:29

New Testament Gospel ASV (1901)

What does Matthew 26:29 say?

The American Standard Version records this verse as: “But I say unto you, I shall not drink henceforth of this fruit of the vine, until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father`s kingdom.” Read the surrounding verses and the named sources below before drawing broader conclusions.

The verse

But I say unto you, I shall not drink henceforth of this fruit of the vine, until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father`s kingdom.
Matthew 26:29 — American Standard Version

Context — Matthew 26

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.
29But I say unto you, I shall not drink henceforth of this fruit of the vine, until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father`s kingdom.

What do historical commentaries say?

John Gill's Exposition
John Gill (1697–1771) · Exposition of the Old and New Testament · 18th-century historical commentary
“But I say unto you, I will not drink henceforth, etc.] From whence it seems natural to conclude, that Christ had drank of the cup in the supper, as well as at the passover; and it is reasonable to believe, that he also ate of the bread; since it appears from what has been observed before, (see Gill on “<402626>Matthew 26:26”), that none might eat, till he that blessed and brake the bread had tasted of it f1551: the reason why wine is here called the fruit of the vine, and not wine, (see Gill on “<402627>Matthew 26:27”). The design of this expression is to show, that his stay would be very short: the cup he had just drank of, was the last he should drink with them: he should drink no more…”
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Barnes' Notes
Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · Notes on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“See also Mark 14:22-26; Luke 22:15-20; 1 Corinthians 11:23-25. Matthew 26:26 As they were eating - As they were eating the paschal supper, near the close of the meal. Luke adds that he said, just before instituting the sacramental supper, “With desire have I desired to eat this passover with you before I suffer.” This is a Hebrew manner of expression, signifying “I have greatly desired.” He had desired it, doubtless: (1)That he might institute the Lord’s Supper, to be a perpetual memorial of him; (2)That he might strengthen them for their approaching trials; (3) That he might explain to them the true nature of the Passover; and, (4) That he might spend another season with them in the duties…”
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Wesley's Explanatory Notes
John Wesley (1703–1791) · Explanatory Notes upon the New Testament and Old Testament notes · 18th-century historical commentary
“I will not drink henceforth of this fruit of the vine, till I drink it new with you in my Father's kingdom - That is, I shall taste no more wine, till I drink wine of quite another kind in the glorious kingdom of my Father. And of this you shall also partake with me. Matthew 26:30”
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Tyndale Open Study Notes
Tyndale House Publishers · Tyndale Open Study Notes · Modern study notes
“26:29 until the day: Though the Kingdom had been inaugurated in Jesus’ ministry, it awaits final consummation (see 1 Cor 15:20-28; Rev 19–22). • until the day I drink it new: The final consummation of the Kingdom is pictured as a feast like the Passover, symbolizing an eternal fellowship of love and peace.”
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Treasury of Scriptural Knowledge
R. A. Torrey and contributors · The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge · Cross-reference reference work
“I will: Psa 4:7, Psa 104:15; Isa 24:9-11; Mar 14:25; Luk 22:15-18 until: Mat 18:20, Mat 28:20; Psa 40:3; Sol 5:1; Isa 53:11; Zep 3:17; Zac 9:17; Luk 15:5, Luk 15:6, Luk 15:23-25, Luk 15:32; Joh 15:11, Joh 16:22, Joh 17:13; Act 10:41; Heb 12:2; Rev 5:8-10, Rev 14:3 with: Mat 13:43, Mat 16:28, Mat 25:34; Isa 25:6; Luk 12:32, Luk 22:18, Luk 22:29, Luk 22:30; Rev 7:17 Matthew 26:30”
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