Luke 16:19

There was a certain rich man, which was clothed in purple and fine linen, and fared sumptuously every day:

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Other Translations for Luke 16:19

BSB
Now there was a rich man dressed in purple and fine linen, who lived each day in joyous splendor.
AKJV
There was a certain rich man, which was clothed in purple and fine linen, and fared sumptuously every day:
CPDV
A certain man was wealthy, and he was clothed in purple and in fine linen. And he feasted splendidly every day.
ERV
Now there was a certain rich man, and he was clothed in purple and fine linen, faring sumptuously every day:
NHEB
"Now there was a certain rich man, and he was clothed in purple and fine linen, living in luxury every day.
SMT
A certain man was rich, and was clothed in purple and fine linen, being daily splendidly gladdened:

Commentary for Luke 16:19

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Luke 16:19
Summary
Wealthy man enjoys sumptuous daily living.
Event
Introduction of the rich man character
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Narrative