Luke 18:39

Afrikaans Bible (ABA) 2007 (Bybel vir almal)

Die mense wat voor geloop het, het met hom geraas en gesê hy moet stilbly, maar hy het aangehou en nog harder geskree: “Seun van Dawid, U moet asseblief jammer wees vir my en U moet my help!”

What Does This Mean?

In Luke 18:39, a blind man is calling out to Jesus for help while others try to quiet him down. He persists in his plea, shouting even louder that Jesus should have mercy on him.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're at a big party and you really want some cake, but everyone else wants you to be quiet because they’re talking. You keep asking for the cake louder and louder until someone finally listens. That’s what this blind man does with Jesus—he just won’t stop asking!

Historical Background

This verse is from Luke's Gospel, written around 80 AD by a Greek physician who was a close companion of Paul. The audience were mostly Gentile Christians living in the Roman Empire, where public demonstrations like this one would be quite noticeable and could lead to trouble.

Living It Out Today

Think about when you really need help with something important, like getting over a big fear or solving a problem at school. This verse teaches that we shouldn't give up even if people try to stop us from asking for the help we need.

Topics

• faith
• perseverance
• mercy
• obstacles
• prayer
• healing

Related Verses

• Psalm 51:1
• Matthew 9:27-31
• Mark 10:46-52
• John 9:35-38
• James 5:15

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was rebuking the blind man?

The people who were walking ahead of Jesus, possibly followers or bystanders, tried to stop the blind man from calling out.

What does 'Son of David' mean in this context?

'Son of David' is a title used for Jesus, referring to his lineage from King David and signifying he was expected to restore Israel’s glory.

Is there a parallel account of this story in other Gospels?

Yes, Mark 10:46-52 provides a similar account about the blind man Bartimaeus calling out to Jesus for mercy.

What can we learn from the blind man's persistence?

We can learn that when seeking something important from God, like healing or help, it’s crucial not to give up easily and to keep asking despite obstacles.