Luke 14:13
Luke 14:13 in Multiple Translations
But when you host a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, and the blind,
But when thou makest a feast, call the poor, the maimed, the lame, the blind:
But when thou makest a feast, bid the poor, the maimed, the lame, the blind:
But when you give a feast, send for the poor and the blind and those who are broken in body:
Instead, when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, and the blind,
But when thou makest a feast, call ye poore, the maimed, the lame, and the blind,
but when thou mayest make a feast, be calling poor, maimed, lame, blind,
But when you make a feast, ask the poor, the maimed, the lame, or the blind;
But when thou makest a feast, call the poor, the maimed, the lame, the blind:
But when thou makest a feast, call the poor, the maimed, the lame, and the blind;
Instead, when you (sg) give a feast, invite poor people, crippled people, lame people, or blind people.
Instead of that, ask poor people to come and eat with you. Maybe they are crippled, or blind, or they can’t walk, so they can’t get jobs to get some money, so they are too poor to put on a dinner for you.
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Study Notes — Luke 14:13
- Context
- Cross References
- Luke 14:13 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Luke 14:13
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 14:13
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 14:13
- Trapp's Commentary on Luke 14:13
- Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 14:13
- Cambridge Bible on Luke 14:13
- Barnes' Notes on Luke 14:13
- Sermons on Luke 14:13
Context — The Parable of the Guests
13But when you host a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, and the blind,
14and you will be blessed. Since they cannot repay you, you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous.” 15When 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.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Luke 14:21 | The servant returned and reported all this to his master. Then the owner of the house became angry and said to his servant, ‘Go out quickly into the streets and alleys of the city, and bring in the poor, the crippled, the blind, and the lame.’ |
| 2 | Isaiah 58:10 | and if you give yourself to the hungry and satisfy the afflicted soul, then your light will go forth in the darkness, and your night will be like noonday. |
| 3 | Proverbs 14:31 | Whoever oppresses the poor taunts their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors Him. |
| 4 | Job 29:15–16 | I served as eyes to the blind and as feet to the lame. I was a father to the needy, and I took up the case of the stranger. |
| 5 | Isaiah 58:7 | Isn’t it to share your bread with the hungry, to bring the poor and homeless into your home, to clothe the naked when you see him, and not to turn away from your own flesh and blood? |
| 6 | Nehemiah 8:10 | Then Nehemiah told them, “Go and eat what is rich, drink what is sweet, and send out portions to those who have nothing prepared, since today is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.” |
| 7 | Hebrews 13:2 | Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it. |
| 8 | Job 31:16–20 | If I have denied the desires of the poor or allowed the widow’s eyes to fail, if I have eaten my morsel alone, not sharing it with the fatherless— though from my youth I reared him as would a father, and from my mother’s womb I guided the widow— if I have seen one perish for lack of clothing, or a needy man without a cloak, if his heart has not blessed me for warming him with the fleece of my sheep, |
| 9 | Matthew 22:10 | So the servants went out into the streets and gathered everyone they could find, both evil and good, and the wedding hall was filled with guests. |
| 10 | Deuteronomy 16:14 | And you shall rejoice in your feast—you, your sons and daughters, your menservants and maidservants, and the Levite, as well as the foreigner, the fatherless, and the widows among you. |
Luke 14:13 Summary
This verse means that when we have the opportunity to show kindness and generosity, we should look for those who are truly in need and cannot repay us, like the poor, the crippled, the lame, and the blind. By doing so, we demonstrate our love and humility, and God promises to reward us, as seen in Luke 14:14 and Matthew 25:31-46. This is not just about hosting a banquet, but about living a life of kindness and compassion, as taught in Matthew 22:37-40. By following Jesus' teachings, we can show the world what it means to love and serve others, just as He did.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Jesus instruct us to invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, and the blind to a banquet?
Jesus teaches us to invite those who cannot repay us, showing that our actions should be motivated by love and kindness, not personal gain, as seen in Luke 14:13-14 and Matthew 25:31-46.
How does this verse relate to the concept of humility?
This verse is connected to the idea of humility, as Jesus says in Luke 14:11 that those who humble themselves will be exalted, and inviting the poor and marginalized is a demonstration of humility and a willingness to serve others, as taught in Matthew 20:26-28.
Is Jesus saying that we should never invite our friends or relatives to a banquet?
No, Jesus is not saying that we should never invite our friends or relatives, but rather that we should not invite them solely for the purpose of being repaid or reciprocated, as stated in Luke 14:12, and instead focus on showing love and kindness to those in need, as seen in Acts 2:44-47.
What is the significance of the resurrection of the righteous in this verse?
The resurrection of the righteous, mentioned in Luke 14:14, refers to the future time when God will reward those who have lived according to His will, and in this context, it means that our acts of kindness and generosity will be repaid by God, not just by those we help, as promised in Revelation 22:12.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can show love and kindness to those in need, like the poor, the crippled, the lame, and the blind, in my daily life?
- How can I ensure that my motivations for helping others are pure and not driven by a desire for personal gain or recognition?
- What are some things that I can do to demonstrate humility and a willingness to serve others, as Jesus teaches in this verse and elsewhere in Scripture?
- How can I balance the desire to help those in need with the responsibility to care for my own family and friends, as seen in Galatians 6:10?
- What does this verse reveal about God's heart for the poor and marginalized, and how can I reflect that heart in my own life and actions?
Gill's Exposition on Luke 14:13
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 14:13
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 14:13
Trapp's Commentary on Luke 14:13
Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 14:13
Cambridge Bible on Luke 14:13
Barnes' Notes on Luke 14:13
Sermons on Luke 14:13
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The Use of Your Time by Steven J. Lawson | This sermon delves into the life and resolutions of Jonathan Edwards, highlighting his unwavering commitment to glorifying God, his perspective on time and eternity, and his prepar |
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Useful for the Master - Part 4 by Jackie Pullinger | This sermon emphasizes the importance of ministering to the poor as a fundamental requirement for all Christians, highlighting God's heart for the marginalized and the need to reac |
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Stl Team Visits Russia 1961 by George Verwer | The video is a sermon about the spread of Communism in the Soviet Union in the summer of 1961. The speaker emphasizes the need for Christians to understand the truth and spread the |
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Religious Elitism by A.W. Tozer | A.W. Tozer addresses the issue of religious elitism, criticizing those who dismiss the value of popular Christianity and prefer to isolate themselves in a spiritual elite. He compa |
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Luke 14:12-14. Christ Advises His Host to Invite the Poor. by Favell Lee Mortimer | Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about the importance of hospitality and the true spirit behind inviting guests to feasts. He emphasizes the significance of inviting the poor and affli |
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Spending All That We Have and Getting Worse by Derek Melton | Derek Melton delivers a powerful sermon reflecting on the story of the woman with the issue of blood, emphasizing the need for the modern church to reevaluate its priorities and sp |
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Day 206, John 9 by David Servant | David Servant delves into the intriguing question of whether God preordained the man to be born blind so Jesus could heal him, exploring different interpretations of John 9:3-4. He |







