Luke 18:39
Amharic Tigrinya 2011
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.