Luke 21:32

Arabic Bible (GNA) Good News Arabic - 1993 (الترجمة العربية المشتركة)

الحقّ أقولُ لكُم: لَنْ يَنقَضي هذا الجِيلُ حتى يَتِمّ هذا كُلّهُ.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from Luke's Gospel, Jesus is speaking to his disciples and assures them that the events he has been describing will happen within their lifetime. He emphasizes that nothing will prevent these prophesied events from coming to pass.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game where something special is going to happen soon. Your friend tells you, 'Don't worry; this game won't end until all the fun things we talked about actually happen.' That's what Jesus is saying here—he promises that the exciting things he spoke of will happen before everyone in his group grows old.

Historical Background

This verse comes from the Gospel of Luke, written by Luke, a companion and disciple of Paul. It was likely composed around AD 80-90 for Greek-speaking Christians. Jesus is speaking to his disciples about the destruction of Jerusalem and future events, providing assurance that these things will happen soon.

Living It Out Today

In today's context, this verse can remind us of God’s faithfulness in fulfilling His promises. For example, if you are waiting for a significant life change—like finding a job or healing—it can strengthen your resolve to trust in the timing of God’s plans.

Topics

• faithfulness
• prophecy
• trust
• fulfillment
• promise
• Jesus' teachings

Related Verses

• Matthew 10:23
• Mark 9:1
• Revelation 1:7
• Genesis 49:1
• Deuteronomy 8:5

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'this generation' mean?

'This generation' refers to the people living at that time, specifically Jesus’ disciples and their contemporaries. It emphasizes a timeframe within which certain events would occur.

How should we interpret this in our modern context?

In today’s context, this verse reassures us of God's faithfulness and the fulfillment of His promises. We can trust that what He has said will indeed come to pass at the right time.

What events is Jesus referring to in Luke 21:32?

Jesus is likely referring to a series of prophecies and signs leading up to significant events, including the destruction of Jerusalem. The context suggests these are part of His broader teaching on end times.

How does this verse relate to our trust in God?

This verse strengthens our faith by showing that God is reliable and keeps His promises within a specific timeframe, encouraging us to trust Him even when waiting for the fulfillment of His word.