Luke 22:25

And he said unto them, The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship over them; and they that exercise authority upon them are called benefactors.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Luke 22:25

BSB

So Jesus declared, "The kings of the Gentiles lord it over them, and those in authority over them call themselves benefactors.

AKJV

And he said to them, The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship over them; and they that exercise authority on them are called benefactors.

CPDV

And he said to them: "The kings of the Gentiles dominate them; and those who hold authority over them are called beneficent.

ERV

And he said unto them, The kings of the Gentiles have lordship over them; and they that have authority over them are called Benefactors.

NHEB

He said to them, "The kings of the nations lord it over them, and those who have authority over them are called 'benefactors.'

SMT

And he said to them, The kings of the nations rule over them; and they exercising power over them are called benefactors.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Luke 22:25

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Commentary for Luke 22:25

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

Overview of Luke 22:25

Summary

Jesus describes worldly power structures and authority

Place

Upper Room

Event

Teaching about worldly power

Estimated Time Period

c. 30 AD