Luke 3:1
Arabic 2018 (الترجمة الكاثوليكيّة (اليسوعيّة))
في السَّنَةِ الخامِسَةَ عَشْرَةَ مِن حُكْمِ القَيصَرِ طيباريوس، إِذ كانَ بُنطِيوس بيلاطُس حاكِمَ اليَهوديّة، وهيرودُس أَميرَ الرُّبعِ على الجَليل، وفيلِبُّس أَخوهُ أَميرَ الرُّبعِ على ناحِيَةِ إِيطورِيَةَ وطَراخونيطِس، وليسانياس أَميرَ الرُّبعِ على أَبيلينة،
What Does This Mean?
This verse gives us a timeline and sets the stage for Jesus' ministry by naming key political figures of that time in Judea. It tells us when these events took place but does not involve any character speaking directly.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're setting up for a big party, but before the fun starts, you need to tell your friends who's coming and when. Luke is doing something similar here; he’s telling us about the important grown-ups in charge at that time, so we know exactly what was happening when Jesus started teaching.
Historical Background
Luke wrote this verse as part of his Gospel aimed at non-Jewish readers to contextualize Jesus' ministry within a familiar timeframe. It was written around AD 60-85 for Roman and Greek audiences who would understand the political landscape described here.
Living It Out Today
Today, understanding timelines in our own lives can help us better appreciate how different events connect. For instance, when planning a big event like a school play, knowing all the dates of rehearsals, costume fittings, and performances helps everyone stay organized and on track.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the verse mention specific rulers?
The verse mentions these rulers to establish a precise timeline and set the historical context, helping readers understand when Jesus' ministry began relative to known political figures.
How did Luke know about all these details?
Luke likely used sources that included official records or oral traditions passed down from those who lived during this time. He aimed for accuracy in his historical account of Jesus' life and times.
What's the significance of mentioning Tiberius Caesar specifically?
Tiberius was a Roman emperor, and mentioning him helped readers place these events within broader historical frameworks familiar to both Jewish and Gentile audiences in that era.
Why are there different tetrarchs mentioned? What does this tell us about the region?
The mention of multiple tetrarchs indicates a fragmented political landscape under Roman control, which helps explain the complex social and political environment Jesus ministered within.