Luke 16:16

The law and the prophets were until John: since that time the kingdom of God is preached, and every man presseth into it.

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Other Translations for Luke 16:16

BSB

The Law and the Prophets were proclaimed until John. Since that time, the gospel of the kingdom of God is being preached, and everyone is forcing his way into it.

AKJV

The law and the prophets were until John: since that time the kingdom of God is preached, and every man presses into it.

CPDV

The law and the prophets were until John. Since then, the kingdom of God is being evangelized, and everyone acts with violence toward it.

ERV

The law and the prophets were until John: from that time the gospel of the kingdom of God is preached, and every man entereth violently into it.

NHEB

The Law and the Prophets were until John. From that time the Good News of the Kingdom of God is preached, and everyone is forcing his way into it.

SMT

The law and the prophets until John: from then the kingdom of God announces good news, and every one is forced into it.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Luke 16:16

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Commentary for Luke 16:16

Please note: this is not Scripture

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Luke 16:16

Summary

New kingdom era dawns after John.

Event

Jesus marks transition with kingdom preaching

Estimated Time Period

c. 30 AD