Temptations of Jesus

When did it happen?

Modern reckoning

AD 26

Traditional reckoning

AD 26

Dates before about 900 BC depend on how the Bible's own numbers are added up. Why the two reckonings differ.

Where is it in the Bible?

• Matthew 4:1–11
• Mark 1:12–13
• Luke 4:1–13

Who was there, and where?

• Jesus Christ
• Satan

Which verses connect to Matthew 4:1?

The strongest cross-references of the key verse, ranked by reader votes (OpenBible.info).

1. Hebrews 2:1845 votes

   Because He Himself suffered when He was tempted, He is able to help those who are being tempted.

2. Luke 4:1–1337 votes

   Then Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness, where for forty days He was tempted by the devil. He ate nothing during those days, and when they had ended, He was hungry. …

3. Mark 1:12–1529 votes

   At once the Spirit drove Jesus into the wilderness, and He was there for forty days, being tempted by Satan. He was with the wild animals, and the angels ministered to Him. …

4. Hebrews 4:15–1625 votes

   For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who was tempted in every way that we are, yet was without sin. Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.

5. Romans 8:1413 votes

   For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God.

6. Ezekiel 43:58 votes

   Then the Spirit lifted me up and brought me into the inner court, and the glory of the LORD filled the temple.