Luke 14:15

¶ And when one of them that sat at meat with him heard these things, he said unto him, Blessed [is] he that shall eat bread in the kingdom of God.

And {G1161} when one {G5100} of them that sat at meat with him {G4873} heard {G191} these things {G5023}, he said {G2036} unto him {G846}, Blessed {G3107} is he {G3739} that shall eat {G5315} bread {G740} in {G1722} the kingdom {G932} of God {G2316}.

On hearing this, one of the people at the table with Yeshua said to him, “How blessed are those who eat bread in the Kingdom of God!”

When one of those reclining with Him heard this, he said to Jesus, “Blessed is everyone who will eat at the feast in the kingdom of God.”

And when one of them that sat at meat with him heard these things, he said unto him, Blessed is he that shall eat bread in the kingdom of God.

Commentary on Luke 14:15 (KJV)

The Gospel of Luke presents Jesus at a Sabbath meal in the house of a prominent Pharisee, a setting where He often taught profound spiritual truths through parables and interactions. Immediately preceding Luke 14:15, Jesus had just concluded the Parable of the Great Supper (Luke 14:7-14), where He taught about humility (taking the lowest seat) and the true nature of hospitality (inviting those who cannot repay you, promising a reward at the resurrection of the just).

Context

This verse records the spontaneous exclamation of one of the guests, who, upon hearing Jesus' teachings about future reward and the resurrection, connects these ideas with the ultimate blessedness of participating in God's eternal kingdom. The guest's statement serves as a natural transition point, prompting Jesus to elaborate further on the nature of this "kingdom" and who will truly enter it, leading into the subsequent parable of the Great Supper where many invited guests make excuses (Luke 14:16-24).

Key Themes and Messages

  • The Kingdom of God: This phrase is central to Jesus' ministry and refers to God's sovereign rule, both presently active in the hearts of believers and ultimately consummated in a future, eternal state. The guest's remark focuses on the future, glorious aspect of this kingdom.
  • Messianic Banquet: The phrase "eat bread in the kingdom of God" evokes the common Jewish expectation of a great feast or banquet in the Messianic age, symbolizing fellowship, joy, and abundance with God and His people. This concept is further developed in passages like the marriage supper of the Lamb in Revelation.
  • Blessedness and Future Hope: The guest expresses a deep spiritual longing for the ultimate blessing and reward that awaits those who are part of God's kingdom. This hope for future glory and divine fellowship is a consistent theme throughout the Bible.

Linguistic Insights

The Greek word translated "Blessed" is makarios (μακάριος), which signifies a state of inner contentment and divine favor, often associated with those who are recipients of God's grace and promises. It is the same word used by Jesus in the Beatitudes of Matthew 5, describing the truly fortunate or happy ones according to God's perspective, not necessarily worldly standards.

Practical Application

This verse, though brief, highlights a common human desire for future blessedness. While the guest's sentiment is pious and true, Jesus' subsequent parable (Luke 14:16-24) subtly challenges the assumption that merely desiring to "eat bread in the kingdom of God" is enough. It implies that true participation requires a humble and immediate response to God's invitation, rather than making excuses or prioritizing worldly concerns. It encourages believers to ponder what it truly means to be invited to and participate in God's eternal feast, emphasizing that the kingdom is open to those who embrace humility and accept the divine call.

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.

  • Revelation 19:9

    And he saith unto me, Write, Blessed [are] they which are called unto the marriage supper of the Lamb. And he saith unto me, These are the true sayings of God.

  • Luke 22:30

    That ye may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

  • Luke 13:29

    And they shall come from the east, and [from] the west, and from the north, and [from] the south, and shall sit down in the kingdom of God.

  • Matthew 25:10

    And while they went to buy, the bridegroom came; and they that were ready went in with him to the marriage: and the door was shut.

  • John 6:27

    Labour not for the meat which perisheth, but for that meat which endureth unto everlasting life, which the Son of man shall give unto you: for him hath God the Father sealed.

  • John 6:59

    These things said he in the synagogue, as he taught in Capernaum.

  • Luke 12:37

    Blessed [are] those servants, whom the lord when he cometh shall find watching: verily I say unto you, that he shall gird himself, and make them to sit down to meat, and will come forth and serve them.

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