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Luke 5:16 Cross-References
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“And he withdrew himself into the wilderness, and prayed.”
Luke 5:16 (KJV)
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Commentary on Luke 5:16
Luke records Jesus' pattern: 'And he withdrew himself into the wilderness, and prayed.' The imperfect tense indicates continuous, repeated action—Jesus habitually withdrew for prayer. The 'wilderness' (Greek 'erēmos,' ἔρημος) provided solitude away from crowds. Prayer sustained Jesus' ministry—He sought the Father's presence regularly, not just during crises. This challenges activist ministry that neglects contemplation. Jesus' power in public ministry flowed from private communion with God. Withdrawing to pray wasn't escaping responsibility but recharging for greater effectiveness.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 5:16
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“that he went out to the mountain to pray”
“while it was still dark”
“he went up into the mountain by himself to pray. When evening had come”
“he went up the mountain to pray.”
“perceiving that they were about to come and take him by force”