Luke 9:46-48

Luke 9:46-48

[46] Then  there arose  a reasoning  among  them,  which  of them  [47] And  Jesus,  perceiving  the thought  of their  heart,  took  a child,  and set  him  by  him,  [48] And  said  unto them,  Whosoever  shall receive  child  in  name  receiveth  and  whosoever  shall receive  that sent  for  he that is  least  among  all,  the same  great. 

What does Luke 9:46-48 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

Again Luke omitted several historical details and thereby focused the reader"s attention on the essential issues and the contrast with the previous pericope. Since the disciples did not understand Jesus" role as the Suffering Servant, they could not see its implications for them as His disciples.