Luke 7:42

And when they had nothing to pay, he frankly forgave them both. Tell me therefore, which of them will love him most?

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Other Translations for Luke 7:42

BSB
When they were unable to repay him, he forgave both of them. Which one, then, will love him more?"
AKJV
And when they had nothing to pay, he frankly forgave them both. Tell me therefore, which of them will love him most?
CPDV
And since they did not have the ability to repay him, he forgave them both. So then, which of them loves him more?"
ERV
When they had not wherewith to pay, he forgave them both. Which of them therefore will love him most?
NHEB
When they could not pay, he forgave them both. Which of them therefore will love him most?"
SMT
And they not having to pay, he bestowed as a gift upon both. Which of them therefore will love him the more? Say thou.

Commentary for Luke 7:42

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Luke 7:42
Summary
Creditor forgave both debts completely
Event
Debts forgiven
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Teaching