King James Version

What Does Luke 18:32 Mean?

“For he shall be delivered unto the Gentiles, and shall be mocked, and spitefully entreated, and spitted on:”

Context

Who shall not receive manifold more in this present time, and in the world to come life everlasting.

Then he took unto him the twelve, and said unto them, Behold, we go up to Jerusalem, and all things that are written by the prophets concerning the Son of man shall be accomplished.

For he shall be delivered unto the Gentiles, and shall be mocked, and spitefully entreated, and spitted on:

And they shall scourge him, and put him to death: and the third day he shall rise again.

And they understood none of these things: and this saying was hid from them, neither knew they the things which were spoken.

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Commentary

Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers

(32) **He shall be delivered unto the Gentiles.**—The words are nearly the same as in the other Gospels, but the “spitefully entreated” is peculiar to St. Luke.

Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Luke. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Luke 18:32 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.