Gorgeously apparelled

(εν ιματισμω ενδοξω). In splendid clothing. Here alone in this sense in the N.T.And live delicately

(τρυφη). From θρυπτω to break down, to enervate, an old word for luxurious living. See the verb τρυφαω in James 5:5.In kings' courts

(εν τοις βασιλειοις). Only here in the N.T. Matthew 11:8 has it "in kings' houses." Verses Luke 7:26; Luke 7:27 are precisely alike in Matthew 11:9; Matthew 11:10, which see for discussion.

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Old Testament