King James Version
What Does Luke 9:2 Mean?
“And he sent them to preach the kingdom of God, and to heal the sick.”
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.
4
And whatsoever house ye enter into, there abide, and thence depart.
Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible CommentaryCHAPTER 8 Lu 8:1-3. A Galilean Circuit, with the Twelve and Certain Ministering Women. (In Luke only).
**1. went--**travelled, made a progress.
**throughout every city and village--**through town and village.
**preaching, &c.--**the Prince of itinerant preachers scattering far and wide the seed of the Kingdom.
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. 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
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