Luke 22:10

And he said unto them, Behold, when ye are entered into the city, there shall a man meet you, bearing a pitcher of water; follow him into the house where he entereth in.

And {G1161} he said {G2036} unto them {G846}, Behold {G2400}, when ye {G5216} are entered {G1525} into {G1519} the city {G4172}, there shall {G4876} a man {G444} meet {G4876} you {G5213}, bearing {G941} a pitcher {G2765} of water {G5204}; follow {G190} him {G846} into {G1519} the house {G3614} where {G3757} he entereth in {G1531}.

He told them, “As you’re going into the city, a man carrying a jar of water will meet you. Follow him into the house he enters,

He answered, “When you enter the city, a man carrying a jug of water will meet you. Follow him to the house he enters,

And he said unto them, Behold, when ye are entered into the city, there shall meet you a man bearing a pitcher of water; follow him into the house whereinto he goeth.

Commentary

Luke 22:10 KJV is a pivotal verse in the preparation for the Last Supper, where Jesus gives specific, almost cryptic, instructions to his disciples regarding the location for their Passover meal.

Context of Luke 22:10

This verse is part of Jesus' final instructions to his disciples before his crucifixion. Having been asked by Peter and John where they should prepare the Passover (as seen in Luke 22:8), Jesus provides precise, divinely-guided directions. The setting is Jerusalem, just days before the Passover feast, which would culminate in Jesus' betrayal and crucifixion. The detail of a "man bearing a pitcher of water" is highly significant because carrying water was typically a task for women in that culture, making a man doing so a distinctive and easily identifiable sign. This specific instruction highlights Jesus' foreknowledge and control over events, even seemingly mundane ones.

Key Themes and Messages

  • Divine Foresight and Sovereignty: Jesus' ability to predict the exact details of the man and his actions demonstrates his omniscience and divine control over all circumstances. This assures His disciples—and us—that God is fully aware of and orchestrating His plans, even amid uncertainty and impending crisis.
  • Obedience to Christ's Instructions: The disciples are simply told to "follow him." Their unwavering obedience to these unique instructions leads them directly to the pre-ordained place for a moment of profound spiritual significance. This emphasizes the importance of simple faith and obedience to God's sometimes unconventional leading.
  • Preparation for Significant Events: This verse describes the preparation for the institution of the Lord's Supper, a foundational Christian sacrament. God often provides specific guidance and makes arrangements for His most important purposes to be fulfilled.

Linguistic Insights

The Greek word for "pitcher" is keramion (κεράμιον), referring to an earthenware vessel. While the word itself is common, the significance lies in the gender of the person carrying it. In ancient Jewish culture, fetching water from a well or spring was predominantly a woman's chore. Therefore, a "man bearing a pitcher of water" would have been an unusual sight, serving as a clear and unmistakable sign for the disciples to identify their guide to the upper room.

Practical Application

Luke 22:10 offers several timeless lessons for believers today:

  • Trust in God's Specific Guidance: Just as Jesus provided incredibly specific guidance for his disciples, we can trust that God has a plan for our lives and will provide the necessary directions, even through seemingly small or unusual signs.
  • The Power of Simple Obedience: Great spiritual moments often begin with small acts of obedience. Following God's quiet promptings, even when the full picture isn't clear, can lead us into His greater purposes and blessings.
  • God's Provision for His Purposes: This verse reminds us that God always makes provision for His will to be accomplished. He prepares the way, opens doors, and provides the resources and locations necessary for His divine plans to unfold.
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Cross-References

  • Matthew 26:18

    And he said, Go into the city to such a man, and say unto him, The Master saith, My time is at hand; I will keep the passover at thy house with my disciples.

  • Matthew 26:19

    And the disciples did as Jesus had appointed them; and they made ready the passover.

  • Acts 8:26

    ¶ And the angel of the Lord spake unto Philip, saying, Arise, and go toward the south unto the way that goeth down from Jerusalem unto Gaza, which is desert.

  • Acts 8:29

    Then the Spirit said unto Philip, Go near, and join thyself to this chariot.

  • 1 Samuel 10:2

    When thou art departed from me to day, then thou shalt find two men by Rachel's sepulchre in the border of Benjamin at Zelzah; and they will say unto thee, The asses which thou wentest to seek are found: and, lo, thy father hath left the care of the asses, and sorroweth for you, saying, What shall I do for my son?

  • 1 Samuel 10:7

    And let it be, when these signs are come unto thee, [that] thou do as occasion serve thee; for God [is] with thee.

  • John 16:4

    But these things have I told you, that when the time shall come, ye may remember that I told you of them. And these things I said not unto you at the beginning, because I was with you.
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