Luke 17:9

Doth he thank that servant because he did the things that were commanded him? I trow not.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Luke 17:9

BSB
Does he thank the servant because he did what he was told?
AKJV
Does he thank that servant because he did the things that were commanded him? I trow not.
CPDV
Would he be grateful to that servant, for doing what he commanded him to do?
ERV
Doth he thank the servant because he did the things that were commanded?
NHEB
Does he thank that servant because he did the things that were commanded?
SMT
He has no favor to that servant, for he did the things appointed. I think not.

Commentary for Luke 17:9

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Luke 17:9
Summary
Servant deserves no gratitude for completing obligations
Event
Question about undeserved servant gratitude
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Teaching