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Luke 19:17 Cross-References
Explore 11 cross-references for Luke 19:17 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 19 verse 17 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And he said unto him, Well, thou good servant: because thou hast been faithful in a very little, have thou authority over ten cities.”
Luke 19:17 (KJV)
Commentary on Luke 19:17
Well, thou good servant (Εὖγε, ἀγαθὲ δοῦλε, Euge, agathe doule)—'well done' (εὖγε, euge) is a rare exclamation of approval, used only here and in the parallel. Agathos (good) describes moral character, not just competence. Faithful in a very little (ἐν ἐλαχίστῳ πιστὸς ἐγένου, en elachistō pistos egenou)—the mina, though valuable, was 'very little' (ἐλάχιστος, elachistos, superlative form) compared to the authority granted. Faithfulness in testing qualifies for greater responsibility.Have thou authority over ten cities (ἴσθι ἐξουσίαν ἔχων ἐπάνω δέκα πόλεων, isthi exousian echōn epanō deka poleō...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 19:17
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“He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much: and he that is unjust in the least is unjust also in much.”
“and he who keeps my works to the end”
“which is more precious than gold that perishes even though it is tested by fire”
“the God of Israel”
“and he made him overseer over his house”
“until the Lord comes”
“that they also may obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus with eternal glory.”
“and circumcision is that of the heart”
“you will receive the crown of glory that doesn't fade away.”