Matthew 22:14

14 For many are called, but few are chosen."

Matthew 22:14 Meaning and Commentary

Matthew 22:14

For many are called, but few chosen.
] (See Gill on Matthew 20:16)

Matthew 22:14 In-Context

12 and he said to him, "Friend, how did you get in here without a wedding robe?' And he was speechless.

13 Then the king said to the attendants, "Bind him hand and foot, and throw him into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.'

14 For many are called, but few are chosen."

15 Then the Pharisees went and plotted to entrap him in what he said.

16 So they sent their disciples to him, along with the Herodians, saying, "Teacher, we know that you are sincere, and teach the way of God in accordance with truth, and show deference to no one; for you do not regard people with partiality.