Luke 13:11

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And, behold, there was a woman which had a spirit of infirmity eighteen years, and was bowed together, and could in no wise lift up [herself].

Complete Jewish Bible:

A woman came up who had a spirit which had crippled her for eighteen years; she was bent double and unable to stand erect at all.

Berean Standard Bible:

and a woman there had been disabled by a spirit for eighteen years. She was hunched over and could not stand up straight.

American Standard Version:

And behold, a woman that had a spirit of infirmity eighteen years; and she was bowed together, and could in no wise lift herself up.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And^{G2532}, behold^{G2400}, there was^{G2258} a woman^{G1135} which had^{G2192} a spirit^{G4151} of infirmity^{G769} eighteen^{G1176}^{G2532}^{G3638} years^{G2094}, and^{G2532} was^{G2258} bowed together^{G4794}, and^{G2532} could^{G1410} in^{G1519} no^{G3361} wise^{G3838} lift up^{G352} herself.

Cross-References (KJV):

Luke 8:2

And certain women, which had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities, Mary called Magdalene, out of whom went seven devils,

Luke 13:16

And ought not this woman, being a daughter of Abraham, whom Satan hath bound, lo, these eighteen years, be loosed from this bond on the sabbath day?

Luke 8:27

And when he went forth to land, there met him out of the city a certain man, which had devils long time, and ware no clothes, neither abode in [any] house, but in the tombs.

Psalms 6:2

Have mercy upon me, O LORD; for I [am] weak: O LORD, heal me; for my bones are vexed.

Acts 4:22

For the man was above forty years old, on whom this miracle of healing was shewed.

Mark 9:21

And he asked his father, How long is it ago since this came unto him? And he said, Of a child.

Luke 8:43

And a woman having an issue of blood twelve years, which had spent all her living upon physicians, neither could be healed of any,

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Commentary for Luke 13:11

Luke 13:11 is a verse set within the narrative of Jesus' ministry as recorded in the Gospel of Luke. This particular verse introduces a woman who had been suffering from an unspecified but debilitating infirmity for eighteen years. The description of her condition as a "spirit of infirmity" suggests that her ailment may have been understood by the people of that time as having a supernatural origin, possibly attributed to a malevolent spirit.

The historical context of this verse is the Second Temple period in Judea, under the Roman Empire's rule. During this time, illnesses were often seen through a lens that blended physical, spiritual, and ritual impurity. Healing, therefore, was not just a matter of physical recovery but also of spiritual and social restoration.

The theme of compassion and divine authority is central to this passage. Jesus, while teaching in a synagogue on the Sabbath, notices the woman and chooses to heal her. His action challenges the contemporary interpretation of Sabbath laws, which were strict and prohibited work, including acts of healing in many cases. By healing the woman on the Sabbath, Jesus demonstrates the primacy of human need and divine compassion over rigid legalism.

This verse also highlights the theme of liberation, both physical and spiritual. The woman's condition, causing her to be "bowed together" and unable to stand upright, is a metaphor for oppression and bondage, and Jesus' act of healing symbolizes the freeing power of God's kingdom. The number of years she suffered, eighteen, is significant in Jewish numerology, where the number represents life or abundance, suggesting that Jesus restored not just her health but also the fullness of life to her.

In summary, Luke 13:11 presents a poignant scene of Jesus' compassion and divine authority, challenging cultural norms and demonstrating the transformative power of God's kingdom. The healing of the woman with a spirit of infirmity underscores the importance of human dignity and the prioritization of compassion over legalistic observance, themes that resonate deeply within the broader message of Jesus' teachings.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

Strong's Number: G2532
There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: καί
Transliteration: kaí
Pronunciation: kahee
Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet.
Strong's Number: G2400
There are 204 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἰδού
Transliteration: idoú
Pronunciation: id-oo'
Description: second person singular imperative middle voice of εἴδω; used as imperative lo!; --behold, lo, see.
Strong's Number: G2258
There are 416 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἦν
Transliteration: ēn
Pronunciation: ane
Description: imperfect of εἰμί; I (thou, etc.) was (wast or were):--+ agree, be, X have (+ charge of), hold, use, was(-t), were.
Strong's Number: G1135
There are 200 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: γυνή
Transliteration: gynḗ
Pronunciation: goo-nay'
Description: probably from the base of γίνομαι; a woman; specially, a wife:--wife, woman.
Strong's Number: G2192
There are 628 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἔχω
Transliteration: échō
Pronunciation: skheh'-o
Description: a primary verb; to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition):--be (able, X hold, possessed with), accompany, + begin to amend, can(+ -not), X conceive, count, diseased, do + eat, + enjoy, + fear, following, have, hold, keep, + lack, + go to law, lie, + must needs, + of necessity, + need, next, + recover, + reign, + rest, + return, X sick, take for, + tremble, + uncircumcised, use.
Strong's Number: G4151
There are 350 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: πνεῦμα
Transliteration: pneûma
Pronunciation: pnyoo'-mah
Description: from πνέω; a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, mental disposition, etc., or (superhuman) an angel, demon, or (divine) God, Christ's spirit, the Holy Spirit:--ghost, life, spirit(-ual, -ually), mind. Compare ψυχή.
Strong's Number: G769
There are 23 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀσθένεια
Transliteration: asthéneia
Pronunciation: as-then'-i-ah
Description: from ἀσθενής; feebleness (of mind or body); by implication, malady; morally, frailty:--disease, infirmity, sickness, weakness.
Strong's Number: G1176
There are 24 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: δέκα
Transliteration: déka
Pronunciation: dek'-ah
Description: a primary number; ten:--(eight-)een, ten.
Strong's Number: G3638
There are 9 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὀκτώ
Transliteration: oktṓ
Pronunciation: ok-to'
Description: a primary numeral; "eight":--eight.
Strong's Number: G2094
There are 48 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἔτος
Transliteration: étos
Pronunciation: et'-os
Description: apparently a primary word; a year:--year.
Strong's Number: G4794
There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: συγκύπτω
Transliteration: synkýptō
Pronunciation: soong-koop'-to
Description: from σύν and κύπτω; to stoop altogether, i.e. be completely overcome by:--bow together.
Strong's Number: G1410
There are 201 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: δύναμαι
Transliteration: dýnamai
Pronunciation: doo'-nam-ahee
Description: of uncertain affinity; to be able or possible:--be able, can (do, + -not), could, may, might, be possible, be of power.
Strong's Number: G1519
There are 1513 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: εἰς
Transliteration: eis
Pronunciation: ice
Description: a primary preposition; to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases:--(abundant-)ly, against, among, as, at, (back-)ward, before, by, concerning, + continual, + far more exceeding, for (intent, purpose), fore, + forth, in (among, at, unto, -so much that, -to), to the intent that, + of one mind, + never, of, (up-)on, + perish, + set at one again, (so) that, therefore(-unto), throughout, til, to (be, the end, -ward), (here-)until(-to), …ward, (where-)fore, with. Often used in composition with the same general import, but only with verbs (etc.) expressing motion (literally or figuratively).
Strong's Number: G3361
There are 602 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: μή
Transliteration: mḗ
Pronunciation: may
Description: a primary particle of qualified negation (whereas οὐ expresses an absolute denial); (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas οὐ expects an affirmative one)) whether:--any but (that), X forbear, + God forbid, + lack, lest, neither, never, no (X wise in), none, nor, (can-)not, nothing, that not, un(-taken), without. Often used in compounds in substantially the same relations. See also ἐὰν μή, ἵνα μή, οὐ μή, μῆκος, μηκύνω, μήν, μὴ οὐκ.
Strong's Number: G3838
There are 2 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: παντελής
Transliteration: pantelḗs
Pronunciation: pan-tel-ace'
Description: from πᾶς and τέλος; full-ended, i.e. entire (neuter as noun, completion):--+ in (no) wise, uttermost.
Strong's Number: G352
There are 74 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀνακύπτω
Transliteration: anakýptō
Pronunciation: an-ak-oop'-to
Description: from ἀνά (in the sense of reversal) and κύπτω; to unbend, i.e. rise; figuratively, be elated:--lift up, look up.

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