Luke 23:31

“For if they do these things in a green tree, what shall be done in the dry?”

"For if they do these things in a green tree, what shall be done in the dry?" - Luke 23:31
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What does Luke 23:31 mean?

Luke 23:31 (KJV) reads, "For if they do these things in a green tree, what shall be done in the dry?" This verse is part of the passage that describes Jesus’ crucifixion. It is a part of His statement to the women of Jerusalem who are mourning for Him as He walks to be…

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The Green Tree and the Dry: Understanding Trials in Our Lives

In Luke 23:31, Jesus offers a poignant statement as He approaches His crucifixion: "For if they do these things in a green tree, what shall be done in the dry?" This verse captures a profound truth about the nature of suffering and divine judgment, and it beckons us to ponder…

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A Prayer for Strength and Understanding Amid Trials

Heavenly Father, As I come before You now, I am reminded of the profound wisdom found in Your Holy Scriptures. In the Gospel of Luke 23:31, it is declared, "For if they do these things in a green tree, what shall be done in the dry?" Lord, I meditate on this verse and ask for a…

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Proverbs 31:23 - "Her husband is known in the gates, when he sitteth among the elders of the land."
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Luke 23:23 - "And they were instant with loud voices, requiring that he might be crucified. And the voices of them and of the chief priests prevailed."
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Luke 9:31 - "Who appeared in glory, and spake of his decease which he should accomplish at Jerusalem."
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