motherInLaw_of_Peter
Mother-in-law of Peter, healed by Jesus
Who is motherInLaw_of_Peter in the Bible?
Peter's unnamed mother-in-law was a woman living in his household in Capernaum who suffered from a high fever. When Jesus visited Peter's home, He healed her by touching her hand, and the fever immediately left her, as recorded in Matthew 8:14, Mark 1:30, and Luke 4:38. This brief but significant account demonstrates Jesus' power over illness and His willingness to heal those close to His disciples, even without being asked directly. The healing also reveals that Peter was a married man, though Scripture provides no other details about his wife. This miracle illustrates the personal and compassionate nature of Jesus' ministry, showing that He cared not only for the crowds but also for the intimate needs of His followers' families.
Biography
The New Testament mentions an unnamed woman who was the mother-in-law of the apostle Peter. In Mat.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.
Family
In Scripture
3 biblical books ; 3 with study contentMatthew 1 verse
- Matthew 8:14
"When Jesus arrived at Peter’s house, He saw Peter’s mother-in-law sick in bed with a fever."
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Mark 1 verse
- Mark 1:30
"Simon’s mother-in-law was sick in bed with a fever, and they promptly told Jesus about her."
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Luke 1 verse
- 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,"
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Transliteration | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mentioned | Greek | Pétros | a (piece of) rock (larger than ); as a name, Petrus, an apostle |