Luke 10:31

“And by chance there came down a certain priest that way: and when he saw him, he passed by on the other side.”

"And by chance there came down a certain priest that way: and when he saw him, he passed by on the other side." - Luke 10:31
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What does Luke 10:31 mean?

Luke 10:31 (KJV) reads, "And by chance there came down a certain priest that way: and when he saw him, he passed by on the other side." This verse is a part of the parable of the Good Samaritan, which is found in the Gospel of Luke 10:25-37. In this parable, a man is traveling…

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A Heart Unmoved: Lessons from the Priest in the Parable

In the Gospel of Luke, chapter 10, we encounter one of the most poignant narratives that illustrates the essence of compassion and the call to love our neighbor. The verse that stands out sharply is Luke 10:31, which states, "And by chance there came down a certain priest that…

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A Prayer for Compassion and Action: Reflecting on Luke 10:31

Heavenly Father, In the quiet reflection of this moment, I bow before Your presence, seeking Your wisdom and grace. Your Word reminds me of the profound truth captured in Luke 10:31, "And by chance there came down a certain priest that way: and when he saw him, he passed by on…

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