Luke 12:49

I am come to send fire on the earth; and what will I, if it be already kindled?

King James Version
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Other Translations for Luke 12:49

BSB
I have come to ignite a fire on the earth, and how I wish it were already kindled!
AKJV
I am come to send fire on the earth; and what will I, if it be already kindled?
CPDV
I have come to cast a fire upon the earth. And what should I desire, except that it may be kindled?
ERV
I came to cast fire upon the earth; and what will I, if it is already kindled?
NHEB
"I came to throw fire on the earth. I wish it were already kindled.
SMT
I have come to cast fire into the earth; and what will I if it has been already lighted up!

Commentary for Luke 12:49

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Luke 12:49
Summary
Jesus announces his mission to ignite spiritual transformation
Event
Jesus proclaims his mission
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Prophecy