Luke 20:39

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

¶ Then certain of the scribes answering said, Master, thou hast well said.

Complete Jewish Bible:

Some of the Torah-teachers answered, “Well spoken, Rabbi.”

Berean Standard Bible:

Some of the scribes answered, “Teacher, You have spoken well!”

American Standard Version:

And certain of the scribes answering said, Teacher, thou hast well said.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

Then^{G1161} certain^{G5100} of the scribes^{G1122} answering^{G611} said^{G2036}, Master^{G1320}, thou hast well^{G2573} said^{G2036}.

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Commentary for Luke 20:39

Luke 20:39 is a verse set within the broader context of a series of confrontations and discussions between Jesus and various groups of Jewish leaders in Jerusalem during the final days before his crucifixion. These leaders, including Pharisees, Sadducees, and scribes, were attempting to challenge Jesus' authority and teachings. The scribes, as experts in the law, often took issue with Jesus' interpretations and his claims of divine authority.

In verse 39, some of the scribes respond to a statement Jesus has made, acknowledging, "Master, thou hast well said." This response is somewhat unusual in the Gospel accounts, as the scribes are often portrayed as being in opposition to Jesus. The statement suggests a moment of agreement or at least an acknowledgment that Jesus' argument or teaching is sound according to the Scriptures they all revered.

The historical context of this interaction is significant. During this period, Jerusalem was under Roman occupation, and the Jewish religious leaders were grappling with maintaining their authority and traditions amidst the tumultuous political landscape. They were also dealing with internal disagreements, such as the Sadducees' rejection of the resurrection, which is part of the preceding discourse in Luke 20.

The themes present in this verse include the authority of Jesus, the recognition of his wisdom by some of the religious experts of the time, and the complex dynamics between Jesus and the Jewish leadership. It also touches on the correct interpretation of Scripture, a central concern for the scribes, and the way Jesus' teachings both challenged and affirmed aspects of the Jewish religious tradition. This moment of accord, even if temporary, highlights the power of Jesus' message and its ability to transcend the divisions and contentions of his day.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

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

1. Strong's Number: G1161
   There are 2556 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: δέ
   Transliteration: dé
   Pronunciation: deh
   Description: a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc.:--also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in English).
   
2. Strong's Number: G5100
   There are 419 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: τὶς
   Transliteration: tìs
   Pronunciation: tis
   Description: an enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object:--a (kind of), any (man, thing, thing at all), certain (thing), divers, he (every) man, one (X thing), ought, + partly, some (man, -body, - thing, -what), (+ that no-)thing, what(-soever), X wherewith, whom(-soever), whose(-soever).
   
3. Strong's Number: G1122
   There are 67 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: γραμματεύς
   Transliteration: grammateús
   Pronunciation: gram-mat-yooce'
   Description: from γράμμα. a writer, i.e. (professionally) scribe or secretary:--scribe, town-clerk.
   
4. Strong's Number: G611
   There are 248 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἀποκρίνομαι
   Transliteration: apokrínomai
   Pronunciation: ap-ok-ree'-nom-ahee
   Description: from ἀπό and ; to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare עָנָה) to begin to speak (where an address is expected):--answer.
   
5. Strong's Number: G2036
   There are 901 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἔπω
   Transliteration: épō
   Pronunciation: ep'-o
   Description: a primary verb (used only in the definite past tense, the others being borrowed from ἐρέω, ῥέω, and φημί); to speak or say (by word or writing):--answer, bid, bring word, call, command, grant, say (on), speak, tell. Compare λέγω.
   
6. Strong's Number: G1320
   There are 57 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: διδάσκαλος
   Transliteration: didáskalos
   Pronunciation: did-as'-kal-os
   Description: from διδάσκω; an instructor (genitive case or specially):--doctor, master, teacher.
   
7. Strong's Number: G2573
   There are 36 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: καλῶς
   Transliteration: kalōs
   Pronunciation: kal-oce'
   Description: adverb from καλός; well (usually morally):--(in a) good (place), honestly, + recover, (full) well.