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Mother-in-law of Peter, healed by Jesus

Mother-in-law of Peter

Named in 3 verses across 3 books, first in Matthew 8:14.

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About Mother-in-law of Peter Written by AI

The New Testament mentions an unnamed woman who was the mother-in-law of the apostle Peter. In Matthew 8:14, we learn that she was suffering from a fever when Jesus visited Peter's house in Capernaum. Jesus touched her hand, and the fever left her, demonstrating His power to heal and His compassion for those who were sick. The fact that Peter had a mother-in-law living with him suggests that he was married, although no further details are given about his wife or their relationship. This brief account of Jesus healing Peter's mother-in-law highlights the personal nature of Jesus' ministry and His care for the families of His disciples.

Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.

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Where the Bible names her

  1. Matthew 8:14

    When Jesus arrived at Peter’s house, He saw Peter’s mother-in-law sick in bed with a fever.

  2. Mark 1:30

    Simon’s mother-in-law was sick in bed with a fever, and they promptly told Jesus about her.

  3. Luke 4:38

    After Jesus had left the synagogue, He went to the home of Simon, whose mother-in-law was suffering from a high fever. So they appealed to Jesus on her behalf,

From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.