Luke 10:5

And into whatsoever house ye enter, first say, Peace [be] to this house.

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“Whenever you enter a house, first say, ‘Shalom!’ to the household.

Whatever house you enter, begin by saying, ‘Peace to this house.’

And into whatsoever house ye shall enter, first say, Peace be to this house.

Luke 10:5 provides a specific instruction from Jesus to the seventy (or seventy-two) disciples He was sending out on a mission. This verse emphasizes the importance of their initial approach when entering a new home as part of their ministry.

Context

This verse is part of Jesus' detailed instructions to His disciples as He sent them ahead of Him "into every city and place, whither he himself would come" (Luke 10:1). Their primary tasks included proclaiming the Kingdom of God and healing the sick. These instructions, found in Luke 10:1-12, cover their conduct, reliance on hospitality, and how to deal with reception or rejection. The command to offer peace was foundational to establishing their presence and purpose.

Key Themes

  • The Blessing of Peace: The command to say "Peace be to this house" was not a mere social custom but a genuine offering of divine blessing. It signified a desire for the well-being, wholeness, and spiritual prosperity of the inhabitants.
  • Intentional Ministry: Jesus' instruction highlights the importance of intentionality and a spirit of goodwill in ministry. Disciples were to approach homes not with demands, but with a blessing, setting a positive tone for their message.
  • Hospitality and Receptivity: This greeting also served as a means to discern receptivity. As the following verse states, if a "son of peace" was there, their peace would rest upon it; otherwise, it would return to them (Luke 10:6). This teaches about the dynamic of spiritual exchange.

Linguistic Insights

The Greek word for "peace" here is eirēnē (εἰρήνη), which often carries the rich meaning of the Hebrew word shalom (שָׁלוֹם). Shalom encompasses much more than just the absence of conflict; it signifies wholeness, completeness, well-being, prosperity, health, and harmony. When the disciples declared "Peace be to this house," they were invoking a comprehensive blessing of God's favor and well-being upon the household, desiring their spiritual and physical flourishing.

Practical Application

Luke 10:5 offers enduring lessons for believers today. It teaches us the power of our words and the importance of our demeanor when engaging with others, especially when representing Christ. We are called to be peacemakers and messengers of God's reconciliation. Approaching others with a genuine desire for their well-being, offering a spirit of grace and peace, can open doors for meaningful connection and spiritual impact, reflecting the peace that Christ gives.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • 1 Samuel 25:6

    And thus shall ye say to him that liveth [in prosperity], Peace [be] both to thee, and peace [be] to thine house, and peace [be] unto all that thou hast.

  • Matthew 10:12

    And when ye come into an house, salute it.

  • Matthew 10:13

    And if the house be worthy, let your peace come upon it: but if it be not worthy, let your peace return to you.

  • Isaiah 57:19

    I create the fruit of the lips; Peace, peace to [him that is] far off, and to [him that is] near, saith the LORD; and I will heal him.

  • Ephesians 2:17

    And came and preached peace to you which were afar off, and to them that were nigh.

  • 2 Corinthians 5:18

    And all things [are] of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation;

  • 2 Corinthians 5:20

    Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech [you] by us: we pray [you] in Christ's stead, be ye reconciled to God.

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