King James Version
What Does Luke 20:10 Mean?
“And at the season he sent a servant to the husbandmen, that they should give him of the fruit of the vineyard: but the husbandmen beat him, and sent him away empty.”
Context
8
And Jesus said unto them, Neither tell I you by what authority I do these things.
9
Then began he to speak to the people this parable; A certain man planted a vineyard, and let it forth to husbandmen, and went into a far country for a long time.
10
And at the season he sent a servant to the husbandmen, that they should give him of the fruit of the vineyard: but the husbandmen beat him, and sent him away empty.
11
And again he sent another servant: and they beat him also, and entreated him shamefully, and sent him away empty.
12
And again he sent a third: and they wounded him also, and cast him out.
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(10) **Beat him, and sent him away empty.**—The description agrees almost verbally with St. Mark.
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 20:10 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Cross-References
Verses related to Luke 20:10
Nehemiah 9:26
→2 Chronicles 36:15-16
→Matthew 21:34-36
→Jeremiah 38:4-6
→2 Chronicles 16:10
→Jeremiah 26:20-24
→Cross-references from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge