Luke 14:24

King James Version:

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For I say unto you, That none of those men which were bidden shall taste of my supper.

Complete Jewish Bible:

I tell you, not one of those who were invited will get a taste of my banquet!’”

Berean Standard Bible:

For I tell you, not one of those men who were invited will taste my banquet.’”

American Standard Version:

For I say unto you, that none of those men that were bidden shall taste of my supper.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

For^{G1063} I say^{G3004} unto you^{G5213}, That^{G3754} none^{G3762} of those^{G1565} men^{G435} which^{G3588} were bidden^{G2564} shall taste^{G1089} of my^{G3450} supper^{G1173}.

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Commentary for Luke 14:24

Luke 14:24 is part of a parable spoken by Jesus, set within the broader context of His ministry in which He frequently used parables to convey spiritual truths to His listeners. This particular verse is found in a narrative where Jesus is attending a Sabbath meal at the home of a Pharisee. The verse itself is a stern declaration within the parable of the Great Supper, which is unique to Luke's Gospel.

In this parable, a man (symbolizing God or Christ) prepares a great banquet and invites many guests (representing the Jewish people and, by extension, those who are initially called to the kingdom of God). When the banquet is ready, the man sends his servant (representing the prophets, John the Baptist, and ultimately Jesus Himself) to summon the guests. However, they begin to make excuses for not attending, citing various preoccupations and priorities such as fields, oxen, and marriage.

In response to their refusals, the master of the house, through his servant, extends the invitation to the marginalized and outcasts—the poor, the maimed, the blind, and the lame. Even after this, there is still room, so the servant is instructed to compel people from the streets and lanes of the city to come in, emphasizing the inclusivity of the kingdom of God and the urgency of accepting the invitation.

The verse in question, Luke 14:24, reflects the master's final pronouncement that those who were originally invited will not get to partake in the feast due to their rejection of the invitation. This verse underscores themes of divine invitation, human responsibility, and the consequences of rejecting God's call. It also foreshadows the inclusion of the Gentiles in God's salvation plan, as the invitation is extended beyond the initial Jewish guests to all who will accept it.

Historically, this parable would have resonated with the contemporary audience's understanding of social customs and the significance of banquets. It served as a poignant reminder of the Jewish leaders' rejection of Jesus' message and the opening of salvation to all people, especially the outcasts and those on the margins of society. Theologically, it speaks to the openness of God's grace and the necessity of responding positively to the gospel message.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

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

1. Strong's Number: G1063
   There are 1016 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: γάρ
   Transliteration: gár
   Pronunciation: gar
   Description: a primary particle; properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles):--and, as, because (that), but, even, for, indeed, no doubt, seeing, then, therefore, verily, what, why, yet.
   
2. Strong's Number: G3004
   There are 1244 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: λέγω
   Transliteration: légō
   Pronunciation: leg'-o
   Description: a primary verb; properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas ἔπω and φημί generally refer to an individual expression or speech respectively; while ῥέω is properly to break silence merely, and λαλέω means an extended or random harangue)); by implication, to mean:--ask, bid, boast, call, describe, give out, name, put forth, say(-ing, on), shew, speak, tell, utter.
   
3. Strong's Number: G5213
   There are 567 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ὑμῖν
   Transliteration: hymîn
   Pronunciation: hoo-min'
   Description: irregular dative case of ὑμεῖς; to (with or by) you:--ye, you, your(-selves).
   
4. Strong's Number: G3754
   There are 1189 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ὅτι
   Transliteration: hóti
   Pronunciation: hot'-ee
   Description: neuter of ὅστις as conjunction; demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because:--as concerning that, as though, because (that), for (that), how (that), (in) that, though, why.
   
5. Strong's Number: G3762
   There are 224 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: οὐδείς
   Transliteration: oudeís
   Pronunciation: oo-den'
   Description: from οὐδέ and εἷς; not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none, nobody, nothing:--any (man), aught, man, neither any (thing), never (man), no (man), none (+ of these things), not (any, at all, -thing), nought.
   
6. Strong's Number: G1565
   There are 244 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐκεῖνος
   Transliteration: ekeînos
   Pronunciation: ek-i'-nos
   Description: from ἐκεῖ; that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed:--he, it, the other (same), selfsame, that (same, very), X their, X them, they, this, those. See also οὗτος.
   
7. Strong's Number: G435
   There are 279 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἀνήρ
   Transliteration: anḗr
   Pronunciation: an'-ayr
   Description: a primary word (compare ἄνθρωπος); a man (properly as an individual male):--fellow, husband, man, sir.
   
8. Strong's Number: G3588
   There are 498 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ὁ
   Transliteration: ho
   Pronunciation: to
   Description: the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom):--the, this, that, one, he, she, it, etc.
   
9. Strong's Number: G2564
   There are 138 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: καλέω
   Transliteration: kaléō
   Pronunciation: kal-eh'-o
   Description: akin to the base of κελεύω; to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise):--bid, call (forth), (whose, whose sur-)name (was (called)).
   
10. Strong's Number: G1089
    There are 15 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: γεύομαι
    Transliteration: geúomai
    Pronunciation: ghyoo'-om-ahee
    Description: a primary verb; to taste; by implication, to eat; figuratively, to experience (good or ill):--eat, taste.
    
11. Strong's Number: G3450
    There are 471 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: μοῦ
    Transliteration: moû
    Pronunciation: moo
    Description: the simpler form of ἐμοῦ; of me:--I, me, mine (own), my.
    
12. Strong's Number: G1173
    There are 16 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: δεῖπνον
    Transliteration: deîpnon
    Pronunciation: dipe'-non
    Description: from the same as δαπάνη; dinner, i.e. the chief meal (usually in the evening):--feast, supper.