Luke 6:11

Afrikaans DB 2006 (Die Boodskap)

Dadelik het hulle begin planne maak hoe hulle van Hom ontslae kon raak.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes how the religious leaders were filled with anger and planned to harm Jesus. They were not pleased by his teachings or actions.

Explained for Children

Imagine if someone came to your school and started teaching things that made some teachers very upset, so upset they wanted to get back at this person. That's kind of what was happening here with Jesus and the religious leaders.

Historical Background

The Gospel of Luke was written by a companion of Paul named Luke around 80-100 AD. The audience included both Jews and Gentiles, and it reflects the cultural tensions between traditional Jewish authorities and the emerging Christian movement.

Living It Out Today

Consider a situation where someone's actions or words provoke strong negative reactions from authority figures at your workplace. How do you handle their anger and ensure that your principles remain intact?

Topics

• anger
• opposition to Jesus
• religious conflict
• betrayal
• hatred
• conspiracy

Related Verses

• Mark 3:6
• John 11:50
• Matthew 27:1-2
• Acts 4:24-28
• Psalm 35:19

Frequently Asked Questions

Why were they filled with madness?

They were likely angered by Jesus' teachings that challenged their authority, leading them into a state of intense anger.

Who are 'they' in this verse?

'They' refers to the religious leaders who opposed Jesus and his message.

What was their plan against Jesus?

Their exact plans are not specified here but could range from plotting to discredit him publicly or even physically harm him.

How does this reflect broader themes in Luke's Gospel?

This reflects a theme of conflict between the established religious authorities and the teachings of Jesus, highlighting opposition throughout his ministry.