King James Version
What Does Luke 9:1 Mean?
“Then he called his twelve disciples together, and gave them power and authority over all devils, and to cure diseases.”
Context
1
Then he called his twelve disciples together, and gave them power and authority over all devils, and to cure diseases.
2
And he sent them to preach the kingdom of God, and to heal the sick.
3
And he said unto them, Take nothing for your journey, neither staves, nor scrip, neither bread, neither money; neither have two coats apiece.
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English ReadersIX.
(1-6) **Then he called his twelve disciples.-See** Notes on Matthew 10:5-15, and Mark 6:7-13.
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
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Theological Significance
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