King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And they shall come from the east, and [from] the west, and from the north, and [from] the south, and shall sit down in the kingdom of God.
Complete Jewish Bible:
Moreover, people will come from the east, the west, the north and the south to sit at table in the Kingdom of God.
Berean Standard Bible:
People will come from east and west and north and south, and will recline at the table in the kingdom of God.
American Standard Version:
And they shall come from the east and west, and from the north and south, and shall sit down in the kingdom of God.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And{G2532} they shall come{G2240} from{G575} the east{G395}, and{G2532} from the west{G1424}, and{G2532} from{G575} the north{G1005}, and{G2532} from the south{G3558}, and{G2532} shall sit down{G347} in{G1722} the kingdom{G932} of God{G2316}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Isaiah 66:18
- For I [know] their works and their thoughts: it shall come, that I will gather all nations and tongues; and they shall come, and see my glory.
Isaiah 66:20
- And they shall bring all your brethren [for] an offering unto the LORD out of all nations upon horses, and in chariots, and in litters, and upon mules, and upon swift beasts, to my holy mountain Jerusalem, saith the LORD, as the children of Israel bring an offering in a clean vessel into the house of the LORD.
Isaiah 49:6
- And he said, It is a light thing that thou shouldest be my servant to raise up the tribes of Jacob, and to restore the preserved of Israel: I will also give thee for a light to the Gentiles, that thou mayest be my salvation unto the end of the earth.
Isaiah 43:6
- I will say to the north, Give up; and to the south, Keep not back: bring my sons from far, and my daughters from the ends of the earth;
Malachi 1:11
- For from the rising of the sun even unto the going down of the same my name [shall be] great among the Gentiles; and in every place incense [shall be] offered unto my name, and a pure offering: for my name [shall be] great among the heathen, saith the LORD of hosts.
Isaiah 54:2
- Enlarge the place of thy tent, and let them stretch forth the curtains of thine habitations: spare not, lengthen thy cords, and strengthen thy stakes;
Isaiah 54:3
- For thou shalt break forth on the right hand and on the left; and thy seed shall inherit the Gentiles, and make the desolate cities to be inhabited.
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Commentary for Luke 13:29
Luke 13:29 is part of a larger discourse in which Jesus is addressing the issue of who will be saved and who will be excluded from the kingdom of God. This verse is situated within the cultural and historical context of Second Temple Judaism, where there was a strong belief in the coming of God's kingdom and the hope for a messianic age. The themes present in this verse include the universality of the gospel and the inclusive nature of God's salvation.
The verse speaks to the eschatological expectation that people from all corners of the earth—symbolized by the cardinal directions east, west, north, and south—will come together and participate in the kingdom of God. This reflects a departure from the more exclusive views of salvation that were prevalent at the time, which often emphasized Israel's unique relationship with God. By stating that individuals from all directions will be welcomed into the kingdom, Jesus emphasizes that God's plan of redemption extends beyond ethnic, geographic, or cultural boundaries.
The imagery of people coming from the four corners of the earth also echoes Old Testament prophecies, such as those found in Isaiah (e.g., Isaiah 43:5-6; 49:12), which foretell the ingathering of God's people from throughout the world. This vision of inclusivity challenges Jesus' listeners, both then and now, to broaden their understanding of who belongs to God's family and to recognize that the invitation to the kingdom of God is extended to all who respond in faith, regardless of their background.
In summary, Luke 13:29 encapsulates the themes of universal salvation and the expansive, inclusive nature of God's kingdom, challenging the contemporary expectations of who would be admitted into God's presence and affirming that the message of redemption through Jesus Christ is intended for all people.
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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: G2240
There are 26 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἥκω
Transliteration: hḗkō
Pronunciation: hay'-ko
Description: a primary verb; to arrive, i.e. be present (literally or figuratively):--come. - Strong's Number: G575
There are 1465 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀπό
Transliteration: apó
Pronunciation: apo'
Description: a primary particle; "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative):--(X here-)after, ago, at, because of, before, by (the space of), for(-th), from, in, (out) of, off, (up-)on(-ce), since, with. In composition (as a prefix) it usually denotes separation, departure, cessation, completion, reversal, etc. - Strong's Number: G395
There are 1206 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀνατολή
Transliteration: anatolḗ
Pronunciation: an-at-ol-ay'
Description: from ἀνατέλλω; a rising of light, i.e. dawn (figuratively); by implication, the east (also in plural):--dayspring, east, rising. - Strong's Number: G1424
There are 5 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: δυσμή
Transliteration: dysmḗ
Pronunciation: doos-may'
Description: from δύνω; the sun-set, i.e. (by implication) the western region:--west. - Strong's Number: G1005
There are 2 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: βοῤῥᾶς
Transliteration: borrhâs
Pronunciation: bor-hras'
Description: of uncertain derivation; the north (properly, wind):--north. - Strong's Number: G3558
There are 7 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: νότος
Transliteration: nótos
Pronunciation: not'-os
Description: of uncertain affinity; the south(-west) wind; by extension, the southern quarter itself:--south (wind). - Strong's Number: G347
There are 129 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀνακλίνω
Transliteration: anaklínō
Pronunciation: an-ak-lee'-no
Description: from ἀνά and κλίνω; to lean back:--lay, (make) sit down. - Strong's Number: G1722
There are 2129 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐν
Transliteration: en
Pronunciation: en
Description: a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (medially or constructively), i.e. a relation of rest (intermediate between εἰς and ἐκ); "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.:--about, after, against, + almost, X altogether, among, X as, at, before, between, (here-)by (+ all means), for (… sake of), + give self wholly to, (here-)in(-to, -wardly), X mightily, (because) of, (up-)on, (open-)ly, X outwardly, one, X quickly, X shortly, (speedi-)ly, X that, X there(-in, -on), through(-out), (un-)to(-ward), under, when, where(-with), while, with(-in). Often used in compounds, with substantially the same import; rarely with verbs of motion, and then not to indicate direction, except (elliptically) by a separate (and different) preposition. - Strong's Number: G932
There are 154 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: βασιλεία
Transliteration: basileía
Pronunciation: bas-il-i'-ah
Description: from βασιλεύς; properly, royalty, i.e. (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively):--kingdom, + reign. - Strong's Number: G2316
There are 1172 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: θεός
Transliteration: theós
Pronunciation: theh'-os
Description: of uncertain affinity; a deity, especially (with ὁ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very:--X exceeding, God, god(-ly, -ward).