Luke 22:68

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And if I also ask [you], ye will not answer me, nor let [me] go.

Complete Jewish Bible:

and if I ask you, you won’t answer.

Berean Standard Bible:

And if I ask you a question, you will not answer.

American Standard Version:

and if I ask you, ye will not answer.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And^{G1161} if^{G1437} I also^{G2532} ask^{G2065} you, ye will^{G611} not^{G3364} answer^{G611} me^{G3427}, nor^{G2228} let me go^{G630}.

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Commentary for Luke 22:68

Luke 22:68 is a part of the narrative concerning the trial of Jesus Christ before the Jewish leaders. The verse captures a moment during Jesus' interrogation, where He is being questioned by the Sanhedrin, the highest Jewish judicial council at the time. Jesus, knowing the intentions of His accusers, makes a profound statement that reflects the injustice and the predetermined outcome of the trial.

In this verse, Jesus predicts that even if He were to question them—turning the tables on His accusers—they would not respond or provide answers. Moreover, He implies that they would not release Him or "let [Him] go," highlighting the unjust nature of the proceedings. This statement underscores the themes of injustice, the fulfillment of prophecy (as Jesus' trial and crucifixion were foretold in Scripture), and Jesus' awareness of His own fate.

Historically, the Sanhedrin's trial of Jesus was fraught with irregularities that violated their own laws, including holding a trial at night, reaching a verdict too quickly, and not providing adequate defense for the accused. Jesus' words in Luke 22:68 reflect His understanding of these injustices and His acceptance of the divine plan for His suffering and death, which He knew was necessary for the redemption of humanity. This verse is often interpreted as part of the larger narrative of Jesus' passion, emphasizing His role as the suffering servant and the Lamb of God who would take away the sins of the world.

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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: G1437
   There are 254 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐάν
   Transliteration: eán
   Pronunciation: eh-an'
   Description: from εἰ and ἄν; a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty:--before, but, except, (and) if, (if) so, (what-, whither-)soever, though, when (-soever), whether (or), to whom, (who-)so(-ever). See μή.
   
3. 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.
   
4. Strong's Number: G2065
   There are 57 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐρωτάω
   Transliteration: erōtáō
   Pronunciation: er-o-tah'-o
   Description: apparently from ἐρέω (compare ἐρευνάω); to interrogate; by implication, to request:--ask, beseech, desire, intreat, pray. Compare πυνθάνομαι.
   
5. 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.
   
6. Strong's Number: G3364
   There are 84 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: οὐ μή
   Transliteration: ou mḗ
   Pronunciation: oo may
   Description: i.e. οὐ and μή; a double negative strengthening the denial; not at all:--any more, at all, by any (no) means, neither, never, no (at all), in no case (wise), nor ever, not (at all, in any wise). Compare μὴ οὐκ.
   
7. Strong's Number: G3427
   There are 227 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: μοί
   Transliteration: moí
   Pronunciation: moy
   Description: the simpler form of ἐμοί; to me:--I, me, mine, my.
   
8. Strong's Number: G2228
   There are 283 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἤ
   Transliteration: ḗ
   Pronunciation: ay
   Description: a primary particle of distinction between two connected terms; disjunctive, or; comparative, than:--and, but (either), (n-)either, except it be, (n-)or (else), rather, save, than, that, what, yea. Often used in connection with other particles. Compare especially ἤδη, ἤπερ, ἤτοι.
   
9. Strong's Number: G630
   There are 63 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἀπολύω
   Transliteration: apolýō
   Pronunciation: ap-ol-oo'-o
   Description: from ἀπό and λύω; to free fully, i.e. (literally) relieve, release, dismiss (reflexively, depart), or (figuratively) let die, pardon or (specially) divorce:--(let) depart, dismiss, divorce, forgive, let go, loose, put (send) away, release, set at liberty.