Luke 20:12
And again he sent a third: and they wounded him also, and cast [him] out.
And {G2532} again {G4369} he sent {G3992} a third {G5154}: and {G1161} they wounded {G5135} him {G5126} also {G2532}, and cast him out {G1544}.
He sent yet a third; this one they wounded and threw out.
Then he sent a third, but they wounded him and threw him out.
And he sent yet a third: and him also they wounded, and cast him forth.
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Commentary
Context
Luke 20:12 is a pivotal part of the Parable of the Wicked Vinedressers (or Tenants), recounted by Jesus in the Temple courts to the chief priests, scribes, and elders (Luke 20:1). This parable serves as a sharp indictment against the religious leaders of Israel who had historically rejected God's messengers and were about to reject His ultimate messenger, Jesus Himself. The vineyard represents Israel, the owner is God, and the vinedressers are the spiritual leaders. The "servants" sent by the owner symbolize the prophets God sent throughout history to call His people to repentance and faithfulness.
Key Themes
Linguistic Insights
The KJV phrase "wounded him also, and cast [him] out" conveys the violent nature of the vinedressers' actions. The Greek word for "wounded" is traumatizō (τραυματίζω), from which we get "traumatize," implying significant injury. "Cast out" is ekballō (ἐκβάλλω), which denotes a forceful expulsion. These terms emphasize the severity of the ill-treatment and the complete rejection of the owner's authority and messengers, setting the stage for the ultimate act of rebellion against the owner's son in Luke 20:13.
Practical Application
This verse, within the parable, serves as a profound warning and a call to self-examination. It encourages us to consider:
Ultimately, the parable culminates in the rejection of the "stone which the builders rejected," which becomes the "head of the corner" (Luke 20:17), emphasizing Christ's central role despite human opposition.
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