Luke 14:2

Amharic Tigrinya 2011

እንሆ፡ ከብዱ እተነፍሔ ሰብኣይ ኣብ ቅድሚኡ ነበረ።

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes a man with dropsy (swelling caused by fluid retention) who is present before Jesus. There's no direct speech, but it sets the stage for an important lesson about priorities and faith.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a really big balloon inside your body that makes you look swollen. That's what happened to this man. Jesus was there to help him in a special way!

Historical Background

Luke wrote this Gospel around AD 60, aimed at Gentile (non-Jewish) Christians. The cultural setting was the Roman Empire where medical conditions were often seen as signs of divine favor or disfavor.

Living It Out Today

Imagine you're feeling very sick and no doctor can help you. Today, we might feel hopeless in such a situation; this verse reminds us to look to faith for healing and guidance.

Topics

• healing
• faith
• Jesus' miracles
• medical conditions in the Bible
• spiritual healing
• hope

Related Verses

• Exodus 15:26
• Psalm 103:3
• Matthew 9:20-22
• Acts 3:2-8
• James 5:14-16

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 'dropsy' as mentioned in Luke 14:2?

Dropsy refers to swelling caused by the accumulation of fluid, often due to kidney or heart problems. In biblical times, it was seen as a severe condition.

Why does this man with dropsy appear before Jesus in Luke 14:2?

The appearance sets up an opportunity for Jesus to demonstrate his power and compassion through healing the sick, teaching a lesson on faith and priorities.

How can we see God's grace in this verse?

God's grace is shown in Jesus' willingness to heal and care for those who are suffering, regardless of their condition or social standing.

What does Luke 14:2 teach us about faith?

This verse teaches that having faith can lead to miraculous outcomes. It highlights the importance of believing in God's power to heal and provide help in times of need.