New Testament

Luke 20:12

The Clear Bible Translation matches the King James Version, written at a 10th-grade reading level in plain English

At a Glance

In this verse, a master sends a third servant to collect what is due from tenants who have been mistreating his previous servants.

Author
Luke the physician
Written
Around AD 60-62
Genre
Gospel and history
Original Audience
Gentile Christians (addressed to Theophilus)
CBTClear Bible Translation

He sent a third servant, and they wounded him and threw him out.

KJVKing James Version

And again he sent a third: and they wounded him also, and cast him out.

Verse Analysis

Plain-English insight for readers

In this verse, a master sends a third servant to collect what is due from tenants who have been mistreating his previous servants. The tenants respond violently, wounding the third servant and casting him out. This reflects a pattern of rejection and hostility towards those sent to deliver a message or fulfill a purpose. The master represents God, while the servants symbolize the prophets and messengers He sends to His people. The tenants' actions illustrate the ungratefulness and rebellion of humanity against divine authority. This verse serves as a warning about the consequences of rejecting God's messengers and the message they bring, highlighting the seriousness of turning away from divine guidance and the repercussions that follow such actions.

How to apply Luke 20:12 to your life

This verse encourages us to reflect on how we respond to guidance and correction in our lives. Are we open to the messages delivered to us, or do we dismiss them out of pride or anger? Embracing wisdom and instruction can lead to growth and understanding, while rejection can lead to harm and loss.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick, clear answers about this verse

What does Luke 20:12 mean?

Luke 20:12 describes a master sending a third servant to collect what is owed, only for the tenants to wound him and cast him out. This illustrates the rejection of God's messengers and the consequences of such actions.

What is the meaning of the third servant in Luke 20:12?

The third servant in Luke 20:12 represents the prophets and messengers sent by God to guide His people. Their mistreatment reflects humanity's tendency to reject divine guidance.

How does Luke 20:12 relate to divine authority?

Luke 20:12 highlights the tension between divine authority and human rebellion, showing how the tenants' violent actions against the servant represent a broader rejection of God's will and messengers.

What themes are present in Luke 20:12?

Key themes in Luke 20:12 include rejection, violence, the role of messengers, divine authority, and the consequences of rebellion against God.

The Book of Luke
Book Summary

The Book of Luke

Luke 1: The Births of John the Baptist and Jesus Foretold

In the days of Herod, king of Judaea, a priest named Zacharias serves in the temple. He and his wife Elisabeth are both righteous but have no children because Elisabeth is barren, and they are both old. While Zacharias burns incense, the angel Gabriel appears to him and says Elisabeth will bear a son who is to be named John. The child will be great before the Lord, will drink no wine or strong drink, and will be filled with the Holy Ghost from his mother's womb. He will turn many of the children of Israel to the Lord their God. Zacharias asks how he can know this, since he and his wife are old. Gabriel says Zacharias will be unable to speak until these things come to pass because he did not believe.

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