Luke 13:31

¶ The same day there came certain of the Pharisees, saying unto him, Get thee out, and depart hence: for Herod will kill thee.

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Just at that moment, some P’rushim came up and said to Yeshua, “Get out and go away from here, because Herod wants to kill you!”

At that very hour, some Pharisees came to Jesus and told Him, “Leave this place and get away, because Herod wants to kill You.”

In that very hour there came certain Pharisees, saying to him, Get thee out, and go hence: for Herod would fain kill thee.

Luke 13:31 (KJV) presents a pivotal moment where Jesus receives a warning, or perhaps a veiled threat, concerning Herod Antipas, the tetrarch of Galilee and Perea.

Context and Setting

This verse finds Jesus ministering in Perea, a region east of the Jordan River, which was under the jurisdiction of Herod Antipas. Jesus was actively teaching and performing miracles, and His growing influence was undeniable. The mention of "the same day" connects this warning directly to Jesus's previous teachings, potentially about the narrow gate and the kingdom of God (Luke 13:22-30), which might have stirred unease among the religious elite. The Pharisees, a prominent Jewish religious sect, approach Jesus with a stark message: "Get thee out, and depart hence: for Herod will kill thee."

Key Themes and Insights

  • The Pharisees' Complex Motives: It's debated whether the Pharisees' warning was a genuine concern for Jesus's safety or a strategic attempt to compel Him to leave their territory. Given their frequent opposition to Jesus, it's plausible they wished to avoid a confrontation with Herod themselves, or perhaps to push Jesus towards Jerusalem, where they had more control and could orchestrate His downfall.
  • Herod Antipas's Ruthlessness: Herod had a reputation for brutality, having already imprisoned and executed John the Baptist (Luke 9:7-9). Jesus's popularity and claims could easily be perceived as a political threat by the paranoid ruler.
  • Jesus's Divine Sovereignty and Resolve: Despite the clear danger, Jesus's response in the following verses (Luke 13:32-33) reveals His unwavering commitment to His mission and His trust in God's timing. He was not to be swayed by human threats, knowing His ultimate destiny lay in Jerusalem, where He would fulfill the Scriptures. This demonstrates His resolute journey to Jerusalem, which Luke emphasizes.
  • Persecution and Opposition: This verse highlights the constant opposition Jesus faced from both religious and political authorities throughout His ministry. It foreshadows the ultimate conflict that would lead to His crucifixion.

Linguistic Insights

The Greek phrase translated "Get thee out, and depart hence" (exelthe kai poreuou enteuthen) conveys an urgent command, an imperative to leave immediately. This strong language underscores the perceived danger or the Pharisees' desire for Jesus's swift departure from Herod's domain.

Practical Application

Luke 13:31 offers valuable lessons for believers today. It reminds us that following God's will may often lead to opposition and threats from various sources. Like Jesus, we are called to remain steadfast in our purpose, trusting in God's divine timing and protection, rather than being intimidated by human fears or schemes. It also encourages discernment regarding the motives of those who offer warnings or advice.

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.

  • Nehemiah 6:9

    For they all made us afraid, saying, Their hands shall be weakened from the work, that it be not done. Now therefore, [O God], strengthen my hands.

  • Nehemiah 6:11

    And I said, Should such a man as I flee? and who [is there], that, [being] as I [am], would go into the temple to save his life? I will not go in.

  • Psalms 11:1

    ¶ To the chief Musician, [A Psalm] of David. In the LORD put I my trust: how say ye to my soul, Flee [as] a bird to your mountain?

  • Psalms 11:2

    For, lo, the wicked bend [their] bow, they make ready their arrow upon the string, that they may privily shoot at the upright in heart.

  • Amos 7:12

    Also Amaziah said unto Amos, O thou seer, go, flee thee away into the land of Judah, and there eat bread, and prophesy there:

  • Amos 7:13

    But prophesy not again any more at Bethel: for it [is] the king's chapel, and it [is] the king's court.

  • Matthew 14:1

    ¶ At that time Herod the tetrarch heard of the fame of Jesus,

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