Luke 10:28

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

فَقالَ لَهُ يَسُوعُ: «هَذا صَحِيْحٌ، افعَلْ هَذا وَسَتَحيا.»

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from Luke 10:28, Jesus is speaking to someone who has correctly answered a question about how to inherit eternal life. Jesus confirms that by following the answer given—loving God and loving others—one can receive life.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game where if you do what's right, like sharing your toys with friends or helping mom clean up, you get a special prize. In this story from Luke, Jesus is telling someone that by doing these good things, they can have eternal life as their big prize.

Historical Background

The Gospel of Luke was written around AD 80-100 for non-Jewish Christians. This passage comes during a longer dialogue between Jesus and an expert in the law. In Jewish culture at that time, understanding how to inherit eternal life through following God's commandments was a significant topic.

Living It Out Today

In today’s world, this verse can be seen as a reminder for individuals who volunteer or help others regularly. For instance, someone who volunteers at a local food bank might feel confirmed in their actions by remembering that these acts of love and service are part of what Jesus taught as essential to living life fully.

Topics

• love
• salvation
• obedience
• eternal life
• commandments
• Jesus' teachings

Related Verses

• Leviticus 19:18
• Matthew 22:37-40
• Mark 12:28-34
• Romans 13:10
• Galatians 5:14

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the 'he' speaking to in Luke 10:28?

The 'he' refers to Jesus, who is speaking to an expert in the law of Moses. This person had asked Jesus what one must do to inherit eternal life.

What does it mean by 'thou shalt live' in Luke 10:28?

'Thou shalt live' means that following the commandments of loving God and your neighbor will lead to a full, meaningful life—eternal and abundant—as promised by Jesus.

How does this verse relate to other teachings in the Bible?

This verse ties into many Biblical teachings emphasizing love for God and others as fundamental to living a righteous life. It aligns with Jesus' summary of the law in Matthew 22:37-40.

Is there an equivalent message in other parts of the Bible?

Yes, similar messages can be found throughout the New Testament, especially where Jesus discusses loving God and others as central to his teachings, such as in Matthew 22:37-40.