Luke 19:29

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And it came to pass, when he was come nigh to Bethphage and Bethany, at the mount called [the mount] of Olives, he sent two of his disciples,

Complete Jewish Bible:

As he approached Beit-Pagei and Beit-Anyah, by the Mount of Olives, he sent two talmidim,

Berean Standard Bible:

As He approached Bethphage and Bethany at the Mount of Olives, He sent out two of His disciples,

American Standard Version:

And it came to pass, when he drew nigh unto Bethphage and Bethany, at the mount that is called Olivet, he sent two of the disciples,

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And^{G2532} it came to pass^{G1096}, when^{G5613} he was come nigh^{G1448} to^{G1519} Bethphage^{G967} and^{G2532} Bethany^{G963}, at^{G4314} the mount^{G3735} called^{G2564} the mount of Olives^{G1636}, he sent^{G649} two^{G1417} of his^{G846} disciples^{G3101},

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Commentary for Luke 19:29

Luke 19:29 is a verse set within the broader context of Jesus' final journey to Jerusalem, leading up to his crucifixion and resurrection. This verse specifically describes a pivotal moment as Jesus approaches the villages of Bethphage and Bethany, which are located near Jerusalem, on the Mount of Olives. The Mount of Olives is a significant location in biblical history, associated with numerous events in the lives of prophets and kings, and it holds eschatological importance in Jewish and Christian traditions.

In this verse, Jesus is on the cusp of entering Jerusalem for what will be his final Passover. Knowing the importance of the moment and the events that are about to unfold, Jesus sends two of his disciples ahead of him. This action can be seen as a deliberate and symbolic act, foreshadowing his imminent suffering and death, as well as his triumphal entry into Jerusalem, which is celebrated in Christian tradition as Palm Sunday.

The themes present in this verse include Jesus' authority and messianic identity, as he orchestrates the events leading to his entry into Jerusalem. It also touches on obedience and the loyalty of the disciples, who are sent on a specific mission. Historically, this moment is significant because it sets the stage for the culmination of Jesus' earthly ministry, as he moves closer to the fulfillment of his mission to redeem humanity through his sacrifice on the cross. The verse underscores the divine plan at work and the anticipation of the dramatic events that will soon take place in Jerusalem.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

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

1. 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.
   
2. Strong's Number: G1096
   There are 636 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: γίνομαι
   Transliteration: gínomai
   Pronunciation: ghin'-om-ahee
   Description: a prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.):--arise, be assembled, be(-come, -fall, -have self), be brought (to pass), (be) come (to pass), continue, be divided, draw, be ended, fall, be finished, follow, be found, be fulfilled, + God forbid, grow, happen, have, be kept, be made, be married, be ordained to be, partake, pass, be performed, be published, require, seem, be showed, X soon as it was, sound, be taken, be turned, use, wax, will, would, be wrought.
   
3. Strong's Number: G5613
   There are 433 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ὡς
   Transliteration: hōs
   Pronunciation: hoce
   Description: probably adverb of comparative from ὅς; which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows):--about, after (that), (according) as (it had been, it were), as soon (as), even as (like), for, how (greatly), like (as, unto), since, so (that), that, to wit, unto, when(-soever), while, X with all speed.
   
4. Strong's Number: G1448
   There are 42 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐγγίζω
   Transliteration: engízō
   Pronunciation: eng-id'-zo
   Description: from ἐγγύς; to make near, i.e. (reflexively) approach:--approach, be at hand, come (draw) near, be (come, draw) nigh.
   
5. 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).
   
6. Strong's Number: G967
   There are 3 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: Βηθφαγή
   Transliteration: Bēthphagḗ
   Pronunciation: bayth-fag-ay'
   Description: of Chaldee origin (compare בַּיִת and פַּג); fig-house; Beth-phage, a place in Palestine:--Bethphage.
   
7. Strong's Number: G963
   There are 11 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: Βηθανία
   Transliteration: Bēthanía
   Pronunciation: bay-than-ee'-ah
   Description: of Chaldee origin; date-house; Beth-any, a place in Palestine:--Bethany.
   
8. Strong's Number: G4314
   There are 674 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: πρός
   Transliteration: prós
   Pronunciation: pros
   Description: a strengthened form of πρό; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near to; usually with the accusative case, the place, time, occasion, or respect, which is the destination of the relation, i.e. whither or for which it is predicated):--about, according to , against, among, at, because of, before, between, (where-)by, for, X at thy house, in, for intent, nigh unto, of, which pertain to, that, to (the end that), X together, to (you) -ward, unto, with(-in). In the comparative case, it denotes essentially the same applications, namely, motion towards, accession to, or nearness at.
   
9. Strong's Number: G3735
   There are 65 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ὄρος
   Transliteration: óros
   Pronunciation: or'-os
   Description: probably from an obsolete (to rise or "rear"; perhaps akin to αἴρω; compare ὄρνις); a mountain (as lifting itself above the plain):--hill, mount(-ain).
   
10. 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)).
    
11. Strong's Number: G1636
    There are 15 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἐλαία
    Transliteration: elaía
    Pronunciation: el-ah'-yah
    Description: feminine of a presumed derivative from an obsolete primary; an olive (the tree or the fruit):--olive (berry, tree).
    
12. Strong's Number: G649
    There are 130 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἀποστέλλω
    Transliteration: apostéllō
    Pronunciation: ap-os-tel'-lo
    Description: from ἀπό and στέλλω; set apart, i.e. (by implication) to send out (properly, on a mission) literally or figuratively:--put in, send (away, forth, out), set (at liberty).
    
13. Strong's Number: G1417
    There are 124 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: δύο
    Transliteration: dýo
    Pronunciation: doo'-o
    Description: a primary numeral; "two":--both, twain, two.
    
14. 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.
    
15. Strong's Number: G3101
    There are 252 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: μαθητής
    Transliteration: mathētḗs
    Pronunciation: math-ay-tes'
    Description: from μανθάνω; a learner, i.e. pupil:--disciple.