Luke 20:30

Arabic 1978 (APD) (Kitaab al Vahd aj Jadid 1978)

Wa_t taani,

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Luke describes a situation where the second brother marries his deceased sibling's wife but also dies without having children. It is part of Jesus' response to the Pharisees about marriage and resurrection.

Explained for Children

Imagine if you had two brothers, and they each married the same woman one after the other because something happened to the first brother. Then the second brother passed away too, but he didn't have any kids with his wife. It's a bit like in fairy tales where things get complicated!

Historical Background

The Gospel of Luke was written by Luke, a companion of Paul, around 60-85 AD. This passage is part of Jesus' teachings to the Pharisees and Sadducees who were debating about resurrection from the dead.

Living It Out Today

In modern life, this can be seen as a reminder that we shouldn't get too caught up in our current rules or societal norms because things will look different when God's kingdom comes. It encourages us to think beyond what we know and consider a new perspective on marriage and family in the eternal sense.

Topics

• marriage
• resurrection
• Jesus' teachings
• Pharisees
• Sadducees
• family

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 25:5-6
• Matthew 22:23-34
• Mark 12:18-27
• Romans 7:1-6
• 1 Corinthians 7:39

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did the second brother take his deceased sibling's wife?

This practice was part of a custom described in Deuteronomy, where if a man died without children, his brother would marry the widow to continue the family line and inheritance.

What does this verse tell us about Jesus' view on marriage?

It shows that Jesus is addressing complex questions about marriage from an eternal perspective, suggesting that earthly customs might not apply in heaven where there is no marriage or giving in marriage.

How do Pharisees and Sadducees differ in their views of resurrection?

The Pharisees believed in the resurrection of the dead, while the Sadducees did not. This verse is part of Jesus' response to a question from the Sadducees about this belief.

What can we learn from Luke 20:30 about faith and family?

It teaches that our current views on marriage and family might be different in God's kingdom, encouraging us to have faith that God will provide clear guidance for eternal relationships.