But his citizens hated him, and sent a message after him, saying, We will not have this [man] to reign over us.

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But his countrymen hated him, and they sent a delegation after him to say, ‘We don’t want this man to rule over us.’

But his subjects hated him and sent a delegation after him to say, ‘We do not want this man to rule over us.’

But his citizens hated him, and sent an ambassage after him, saying, We will not that this man reign over us.

Luke 19:14 is a pivotal verse within the Parable of the Minas (or Pounds), spoken by Jesus as He approached Jerusalem, highlighting the deep-seated opposition He would face. This parable illustrates principles of accountability, service, and the consequences of rejecting divine authority.

Context

This verse is found within the Parable of the Minas, which begins in Luke 19:11. Jesus told this story because His disciples thought the Kingdom of God would immediately appear. The parable features a nobleman who goes to a distant country to receive a kingdom and then return. Before his departure, he entrusts his servants with money (minas) to invest. However, the nobleman's "citizens" (referring to those he was meant to rule over) openly rebel against his future reign, sending a clear, defiant message: "We will not have this [man] to reign over us." This detail is crucial for understanding the spiritual parallels Jesus draws to His own life and ministry.

Key Themes

  • Rejection of Christ's Kingship: The most prominent theme is the outright rejection of the nobleman's authority, which serves as a powerful allegory for the historical rejection of Jesus as King by many in Israel. Despite His rightful claim, many of His own people refused to acknowledge or submit to His divine rule, echoing John 1:11, "He came unto his own, and his own received him not."
  • Human Rebellion Against God: This verse underscores a broader human tendency to resist God's sovereignty and prefer self-rule or other forms of authority over divine governance. It highlights the spiritual rebellion inherent in humanity's fallen nature.
  • Foreshadowing of Opposition: Jesus Himself knew the intense hatred and opposition He would face from religious and political leaders, ultimately leading to His crucifixion. This parable serves as a prophetic insight into that antagonism.

Linguistic Insights

The Greek word translated "hated" is miseō (μισέω), which denotes strong animosity, active dislike, and even hostility. It's not mere indifference but a profound aversion. The phrase "We will not have this [man] to reign over us" (οὐ θέλομεν τοῦτον βασιλεῦσαι ἐφ' ἡμᾶς - ou thelomen touton basileusai eph' hemas) is a decisive and defiant statement. The use of "οὐ" (ou) indicates an absolute, emphatic refusal, leaving no room for negotiation or compromise regarding his kingship.

Practical Application

Luke 19:14 serves as a potent warning and a call to self-examination for all generations. It compels us to consider our own stance towards Jesus Christ. Do we, like those rebellious citizens, reject His rightful claim to authority in our lives, or do we willingly submit to His kingship?

  • Personal Submission: True faith involves not just believing in Jesus but also acknowledging Him as Lord and King over all aspects of our lives. Are we allowing Him to reign, or are we sending the message, implicitly or explicitly, that we will not have Him rule over us?
  • Consequences of Rejection: The parable later reveals the severe consequences for those who rejected the nobleman's rule (Luke 19:27). This underscores the seriousness of rejecting Christ's authority, pointing to a future day of accountability when He returns in power and glory.
  • Spiritual Warfare: The verse also illustrates the spiritual battle for hearts and minds, where the world often resists the divine rule of God, preferring darkness over light (John 3:19).

Ultimately, Luke 19:14 challenges every individual to choose whether to embrace or reject the sovereignty of Jesus Christ, the true King.

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 8:7

    And the LORD said unto Samuel, Hearken unto the voice of the people in all that they say unto thee: for they have not rejected thee, but they have rejected me, that I should not reign over them.
  • Acts 7:51

    ¶ Ye stiffnecked and uncircumcised in heart and ears, ye do always resist the Holy Ghost: as your fathers [did], so [do] ye.
  • Acts 7:52

    Which of the prophets have not your fathers persecuted? and they have slain them which shewed before of the coming of the Just One; of whom ye have been now the betrayers and murderers:
  • Acts 3:14

    But ye denied the Holy One and the Just, and desired a murderer to be granted unto you;
  • Acts 3:15

    And killed the Prince of life, whom God hath raised from the dead; whereof we are witnesses.
  • John 15:18

    If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before [it hated] you.
  • Psalms 2:1

    ¶ Why do the heathen rage, and the people imagine a vain thing?

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