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Luke 7:6 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Luke 7:6 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 7 verse 6 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Then Jesus went with them. And when he was now not far from the house, the centurion sent friends to him, saying unto him, Lord, trouble not thyself: for I am not worthy that thou shouldest enter under my roof:”
Luke 7:6 (KJV)
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Commentary on Luke 7:6
Lord, trouble not thyself: for I am not worthy that thou shouldest enter under my roof. The centurion's ouk eimi hikanos (οὐκ εἰμὶ ἱκανός, I am not worthy/sufficient) demonstrates profound humility contrasting sharply with the elders' insistence he was worthy (verse 4). The verb skulloú (σκύλλου, trouble/bother) shows concern for Jesus' burden—extraordinary sensitivity from a man accustomed to command.Jewish law forbade entering Gentile homes (Acts 10:28), making the centurion's concern both culturally aware and spiritually perceptive. He recognizes his unworthiness not merely socially (Gentil...
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Cross-References for Luke 7:6
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“and a great multitude followed him”
“and of all the truth”
“God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.{Proverbs 3:34}”
“one from the ruler of the synagogue's house came”
“immerse} you in water for repentance”
“how God anointed him with the Holy Spirit and with power”
“you shall by no means get out of there”
“when he saw it”
“but one of lowly spirit gains honor.”