Luke

Jesus' Birth and Mission

The Gospel of Luke is one of the four gospels in the New Testament of the Bible. It is a written account of the life, teachings, and ministry of Jesus Christ. The Gospel of Luke is traditionally attributed to the physician Luke, who was a close associate of the apostle Paul.The Gospel of Luke begins with the story of the birth of John the Baptist, and then goes on to describe the birth, childhood, and ministry of Jesus. It includes accounts of Jesus' miracles, parables, and sermons, as well as his interactions with various people, including his disciples, the Pharisees, and the Roman authorities. The Gospel also includes accounts of Jesus' death and resurrection, as well as his appearances to his disciples after his resurrection.Key figures in the Gospel of Luke include Jesus, as well as his disciples, including Peter, James, and John. The Gospel also mentions various other individuals, such as John the Baptist, the Pharisees, and the Roman authorities, who play significant roles in the story. The Gospel also includes a number of references to God and his actions, as well as expressions of trust and reliance on him.

Commentary

24 chapters

Biblical figures

Key figures in Luke

God

Supreme Being

Israel

King

David

Prophet, King of Israel

John

Prophet

Jesus

Prophet

Moses

Prophet, biblical judge

Jerusalem

Capital

Jacob

Prophet, Patriarchs

Levi

Priest

Aaron

High Priest of Israel

Solomon

Prophet, King of Israel

Abraham

Prophet, patriarch

Joseph

Prophet, Vizier

Jordan

Baptist

Peter

Pope, apostle, Catholic bishop, Patriarch of Antioch

Eve

Mother of all humankind

Amos

Prophet

Syria

Ruler

Isaac

Prophet, patriarch

Samaria

King of Israel

Gad

prophet

Simon

Fisherman

Galilee

Region

Herod

King

Mary

Mother of Jesus

Bethlehem

Town.

Simeon

Priest

Nathan

Prophet

Caesar

Emperor

Jesse

Father of King David

Lot

nephew of Abraham

Judaea

Governor

Philip

Apostle

James

Apostle

Nazar

Prophet.

Adam

Father of all humankind

Judas

Apostle.

Obed

Son of Ruth and Boaz.

Amon

King

Nazareth

There is no specific positionheld mentioned in relation to the figure Nazareth in the Bible.

Cain

Farmer

Abel

Shepherd

Esaias

Prophet

Sidon

King

Naaman

Commander of the army

Eliakim

Chief steward

Eliezer

Servant

Heber

Judge

Lazarus

Bishop

Zacharia

Prophet

Andrew

positionheld: Apostle

Martha

Sister

Enoch

Prophet

Jonas

prophet

Lamech

Lamech's positionheld: Father.

Magdalene

Disciple.

Thomas

Apostle

Zebedee

Fisherman

Aram

King

Bethany

House in Bethany

Zacharias

Priest

Elisabeth

Mother.

Seth

Son

Enos

Prophet

Bethsaida

fisherman

Cainan

Priest.

Salmon

Chief of the house of the father of the father of Boaz

Jared

Patriarch

Anna

Matthew

Apostle

Annas

Augustus

Bartholomew

Apostle

Gabriel

Salathiel

Amina

Esrom

Joanna

Phares

Siloam

Zacchaeus

Aser

Jairus

Leader

Theophilus

Abilene

Addi

Calvary

Emmaus

Esli

Heli

Janna

Jonan

Jorim

Lysa

Melea

Nain

Naum

Phanuel

Rhesa

Sarepta

Susanna

Thara

Tiberius

Arphaxad

Caiaphas

High Priest of Israel

Eli

High Priest of Israel, biblical judge

Herodias

Princess

Judas Iscariot

Apostle

Mary Magdalene

Chapters

The Birth of John the Baptist Foretold

Luke 1

Luke writes a prologue, in which he explains that his gospel is based on the testimony of those who were eyewitnesses and servants of the word.

The Birth of Jesus

Luke 2

The birth of Jesus is announced to Mary and Joseph, and He is born in Bethlehem.

The Ministry of John the Baptist

Luke 3

John the Baptist prepares the way for Jesus, who begins His ministry with a baptism and the descent of the Holy Spirit.

The Temptation of Jesus

Luke 4

Jesus is tempted by Satan and begins His ministry in Galilee.

The Call of the First Disciples

Luke 5

Jesus calls His first disciples and performs many miracles.

The Sermon on the Plain

Luke 6

Jesus teaches the Sermon on the Plain, including the Beatitudes.

The Healing of the Centurion's Servant

Luke 7

Jesus raises a dead man to life and forgives a sinful woman.

Jesus Calms the Storm

Luke 8

Jesus teaches the Parable of the Sower and performs more miracles.

The Transfiguration

Luke 9

Jesus is transfigured before Peter, James, and John and sends out the twelve apostles.

The Sending of the Seventy-Two

Luke 10

Jesus teaches the Parable of the Good Samaritan and sends out the seventy-two.

Jesus Teaches on Prayer

Luke 11

Jesus teaches about prayer and performs more miracles.

The Parable of the Rich Fool

Luke 12

Jesus teaches about the coming of the kingdom of God and about being ready for His return.

The Healing of the Woman on the Sabbath

Luke 13

Jesus teaches about repentance and performs more miracles.

The Parable of the Great Banquet

Luke 14

Jesus teaches about humility and the cost of following Him.

The Parable of the Lost Sheep

Luke 15

Jesus teaches about the Parable of the Lost Sheep, the Lost Coin, and the Prodigal Son.

The Parable of the Unjust Steward

Luke 16

Jesus teaches about the Parable of the Shrewd Manager and the Rich Man and Lazarus.

The Healing of the Ten Lepers

Luke 17

Jesus teaches about forgiveness, faith, and the coming of the kingdom of God.

The Parable of the Persistent Widow

Luke 18

Jesus teaches about humility and the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector.

The Parable of the Minas

Luke 19

Jesus enters Jerusalem as a king, He is welcomed by the people, He curses the fig tree and He teaches about the Parable of the Ten Minas.

The Healing of the Blind Man at Bethsaida

Luke 20

Jesus is questioned by the religious leaders, teaches about the resurrection and the importance of paying taxes to Caesar.

The Prediction of the Destruction of the Temple

Luke 21

Jesus predicts the destruction of the temple and the end of the world. He advises to be ready for the coming of the Son of Man.

The Plot to Kill Jesus

Luke 22

Jesus celebrates the Last Supper with His disciples, He is betrayed by Judas, arrested, and brought to trial. He is mocked and beaten by the Roman soldiers, He is convicted by the religious leaders and sentenced to death.

Jesus before Pilate

Luke 23

Jesus is crucified, He dies and He is buried in a tomb. On the third day He rises from the dead. He appeared to many people, including His disciples, proving that He is truly the Son of God.

The Resurrection of Jesus

Luke 24

Jesus appears to His disciples and teaches them about the scripture concerning Himself. He commissions them to spread the Good News to all nations. He ascends to heaven.