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# Connecting Statement:
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In response to the question that the mother of two of the disciples asks, Jesus teaches his disciples about authority and serving others in the kingdom of heaven.
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# the sons of Zebedee
This refers James and John.
# at your right hand ... at your left hand
These refer to having positions of power, authority, and honor. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
# in your kingdom
Here "kingdom" refers to Jesus ruling as king. AT: "when you are king" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])