King James Version

What Does Luke 6:19 Mean?

“And the whole multitude sought to touch him: for there went virtue out of him, and healed them all.”

Context

And he came down with them, and stood in the plain , and the company of his disciples, and a great multitude of people out of all Judaea and Jerusalem, and from the sea coast of Tyre and Sidon, which came to hear him, and to be healed of their diseases;

And they that were vexed with unclean spirits: and they were healed.

And the whole multitude sought to touch him: for there went virtue out of him, and healed them all.

And he lifted up his eyes on his disciples, and said, Blessed be ye poor: for yours is the kingdom of God.

Blessed are ye that hunger now: for ye shall be filled. Blessed are ye that weep now: for ye shall laugh.

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Commentary

Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers

(19) **There went virtue out of him.**—The use of the term “virtue” (or *power*) in this technical sense is peculiar to St. Luke, and may be noted as characteristic of the medical Evangelist. (Comp. *Introduction.*)

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 6:19 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.