Luke 17:13

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And they lifted up [their] voices, and said, Jesus, Master, have mercy on us.

Complete Jewish Bible:

and called out, “Yeshua! Rabbi! Have pity on us!”

Berean Standard Bible:

and raised their voices, shouting, “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!”

American Standard Version:

and they lifted up their voices, saying, Jesus, Master, have mercy on us.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And^{G2532} they^{G846} lifted up^{G142} their voices^{G5456}, and said^{G3004}, Jesus^{G2424}, Master^{G1988}, have mercy^{G1653} on us^{G2248}.

Cross-References (KJV):

Matthew 9:27

¶ And when Jesus departed thence, two blind men followed him, crying, and saying, [Thou] Son of David, have mercy on us.

Luke 18:38

And he cried, saying, Jesus, [thou] Son of David, have mercy on me.

Luke 18:39

And they which went before rebuked him, that he should hold his peace: but he cried so much the more, [Thou] Son of David, have mercy on me.

Matthew 20:30

And, behold, two blind men sitting by the way side, when they heard that Jesus passed by, cried out, saying, Have mercy on us, O Lord, [thou] Son of David.

Matthew 20:31

And the multitude rebuked them, because they should hold their peace: but they cried the more, saying, Have mercy on us, O Lord, [thou] Son of David.

Matthew 15:22

And, behold, a woman of Canaan came out of the same coasts, and cried unto him, saying, Have mercy on me, O Lord, [thou] Son of David; my daughter is grievously vexed with a devil.

Mark 9:22

And ofttimes it hath cast him into the fire, and into the waters, to destroy him: but if thou canst do any thing, have compassion on us, and help us.

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Commentary for Luke 17:13

Luke 17:13 is a verse set within the broader context of Jesus' ministry in the Gospels, which is characterized by teachings, healings, and interactions with various individuals, including the socially marginalized. This particular verse captures a moment where a group of lepers, likely outcasts due to their disease as per the social norms of the time, cry out to Jesus for mercy. Leprosy in ancient Israel carried significant stigma, and those afflicted were often required to live in isolation outside of the community, as prescribed by the Mosaic Law (Leviticus 13:45-46).

In the verses preceding Luke 17:13, Jesus is approached by ten lepers who stand at a distance, in accordance with the customary rules of separation. Their plea, "Jesus, Master, have mercy on us," reflects both their recognition of Jesus' authority and their desperate need for healing. The use of the term "Master" (Greek: Epistata) is unique to Luke and conveys respect and recognition of Jesus' role as a teacher and leader. The lepers' request for mercy underscores their hope that Jesus will show them compassion and restore them not only physically but also socially, allowing them to re-enter society and regain their place within the community.

The historical context of this verse is the Roman occupation of Judea, a period when many Jews were looking for a Messiah to deliver them from oppression and restore their nation. Healing narratives like this one would have resonated with early Christian communities as signs of Jesus' divine authority and messianic identity. The verse also highlights themes of faith, the inclusion of the outcast, and the transformative power of Jesus' ministry, which were central to the message of the early church. The subsequent healing of the lepers (Luke 17:14) serves as a testament to Jesus' compassion and power, and the story ultimately emphasizes the importance of gratitude and faith, as demonstrated by the response of the one leper who returns to thank Jesus (Luke 17:15-19).

*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model

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: G846
There are 3776 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: αὐτός
Transliteration: autós
Pronunciation: ow-tos'
Description: from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of ἀήρ through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative ἑαυτοῦ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons:--her, it(-self), one, the other, (mine) own, said, (self-), the) same, ((him-, my-, thy- )self, (your-)selves, she, that, their(-s), them(-selves), there(-at, - by, -in, -into, -of, -on, -with), they, (these) things, this (man), those, together, very, which. Compare αὑτοῦ.
Strong's Number: G142
There are 168 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: αἴρω
Transliteration: aírō
Pronunciation: ah'-ee-ro
Description: a primary root; to lift up; by implication, to take up or away; figuratively, to raise (the voice), keep in suspense (the mind), specially, to sail away (i.e. weigh anchor); by Hebraism (compare נָשָׂא) to expiate sin:--away with, bear (up), carry, lift up, loose, make to doubt, put away, remove, take (away, up).
Strong's Number: G5456
There are 129 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: φωνή
Transliteration: phōnḗ
Pronunciation: fo-nay'
Description: probably akin to φαίνω through the idea of disclosure; a tone (articulate, bestial or artificial); by implication, an address (for any purpose), saying or language:--noise, sound, voice.
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.
Strong's Number: G2424
There are 935 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: Ἰησοῦς
Transliteration: Iēsoûs
Pronunciation: ee-ay-sooce'
Description: of Hebrew origin (יְהוֹשׁוּעַ); Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites:--Jesus.
Strong's Number: G1988
There are 6 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐπιστάτης
Transliteration: epistátēs
Pronunciation: ep-is-tat'-ace
Description: from ἐπί and a presumed derivative of ἵστημι; an appointee over, i.e. commander (teacher):--master.
Strong's Number: G1653
There are 28 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐλεέω
Transliteration: eleéō
Pronunciation: el-eh-eh'-o
Description: from ἔλεος; to compassionate (by word or deed, specially, by divine grace):--have compassion (pity on), have (obtain, receive, shew) mercy (on).
Strong's Number: G2248
There are 164 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἡμᾶς
Transliteration: hēmâs
Pronunciation: hay-mas'
Description: accusative case plural of ἐγώ; us:--our, us, we.

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