Luke 20:23
“But he perceived their craftiness, and said unto them, Why tempt ye me?”
What does Luke 20:23 mean?
In Luke 20:23 of the King James Version, the verse reads, "But he perceived their craftiness, and said unto them, Why tempt ye me?" This verse is part of a larger narrative found in the 20th chapter of the Gospel of Luke, in which Jesus is being questioned by the religious…
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In Luke 20:23, we read, "But he perceived their craftiness, and said unto them, Why tempt ye me?" This verse captures a pivotal moment in the ministry of Jesus where He is confronted by the religious leaders of His time. Their overt intention was to trap Him in His words, hoping…
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Heavenly Father, We come before You today, recognizing Your sovereign wisdom that transcends all understanding. As we meditate on the words of Luke 20:23, where You perceived the craftiness of those who sought to tempt You, we humbly ask for Your guidance and strength. We thank…
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