Luke 8:22

¶ Now it came to pass on a certain day, that he went into a ship with his disciples: and he said unto them, Let us go over unto the other side of the lake. And they launched forth.

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One day Yeshua got into a boat with his talmidim and said to them, "Let's cross to the other side of the lake."

One day Jesus said to His disciples, “Let us cross to the other side of the lake.” So He got into a boat with them and set out.

Now it came to pass on one of those days, that he entered into a boat, himself and his disciples; and he said unto them, Let us go over unto the other side of the lake: and they launched forth.

Luke 8:22 marks a significant transition in Jesus's ministry, moving from His extensive teaching through parables to powerful demonstrations of His divine authority. This verse sets the stage for one of the most dramatic events in the Gospels: the calming of a fierce storm.

Context

This verse immediately follows Jesus's teaching on various parables, including the well-known Parable of the Sower and its interpretation. Having just instructed the crowds and His disciples, Jesus now initiates a journey across the Sea of Galilee. The "lake" mentioned is the Sea of Galilee, known for its sudden and violent storms due to its geographical location below sea level, surrounded by hills that funnel winds. Jesus's command to "go over unto the other side" was a clear directive, leading them toward the region of the Gadarenes or Gerasenes, a predominantly Gentile area, signifying His ministry extending beyond Jewish territories.

Key Themes and Messages

  • Divine Initiative and Direction: Jesus is the one who proposes and commands the journey ("Let us go over unto the other side of the lake"). This highlights His active leadership and the fact that the disciples' actions are in direct response to His word. It underscores that God's plans often begin with a divine directive.
  • Obedience and Trust: The phrase "And they launched forth" signifies the disciples' immediate obedience to Jesus's command. They embark without question, demonstrating their trust in His leadership, even though they were unaware of the challenges that lay ahead on the journey.
  • Preparation for Revelation: This seemingly simple command sets the stage for a profound display of Jesus's sovereignty. The act of crossing the lake is not just a geographical movement but a prelude to a powerful miracle that would reveal Jesus's authority over nature and the spiritual realm, as detailed in the subsequent verses regarding the calming of the storm.

Linguistic Insights

The Greek word for "ship" is ploion (πλοῖον), a common term for a boat, typical for the fishing and transport activities on the Sea of Galilee. The "lake" is limnē (λίμνη), specifically referring to the Sea of Galilee (also called Lake Gennesaret or Tiberias), a body of water notorious for its unpredictable weather conditions.

Practical Application

Luke 8:22 offers timeless lessons for believers today. It reminds us that following Jesus often involves stepping into the unknown, trusting His direction even when the path ahead is unclear or promises challenges. Just as the disciples obeyed His simple command, we are called to trust His leading in our lives, knowing that He is sovereign over all circumstances, even the storms that may arise (Luke 8:25). Our obedience to Christ's clear directives, however small they may seem, often positions us for greater revelations of His power and purpose.

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.

  • Matthew 8:23

    ¶ And when he was entered into a ship, his disciples followed him.

  • Matthew 8:27

    But the men marvelled, saying, What manner of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey him!

  • Mark 4:35

    ¶ And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side.

  • Mark 4:41

    And they feared exceedingly, and said one to another, What manner of man is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?

  • Mark 6:45

    ¶ And straightway he constrained his disciples to get into the ship, and to go to the other side before unto Bethsaida, while he sent away the people.

  • Matthew 14:22

    ¶ And straightway Jesus constrained his disciples to get into a ship, and to go before him unto the other side, while he sent the multitudes away.

  • Luke 8:23

    But as they sailed he fell asleep: and there came down a storm of wind on the lake; and they were filled [with water], and were in jeopardy.

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