Luke 10:39 cpdv — And she had a sister, named Mary, who, while sitting beside the Lord’s feet, was listening to his word.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And she had a sister, named Mary, who, while sitting beside the Lord’s feet, was listening to his word. "

— Luke 10:39, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Luke 10 — Context

36

Which of these three, does it seem to you, was a neighbor to him who fell among the robbers?”

37

Then he said, “The one who acted with mercy toward him.” And Jesus said to him, “Go, and act similarly.”

38

Now it happened that, while they were traveling, he entered into a certain town. And a certain woman, named Martha, received him into her home.

39

And she had a sister, named Mary, who, while sitting beside the Lord’s feet, was listening to his word.

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Now Martha was continually busying herself with serving. And she stood still and said: “Lord, is it not a concern to you that my sister has left me to serve alone? Therefore, speak to her, so that she may help me.”

41

And the Lord responded by saying to her: “Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled over many things.

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And yet only one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the best portion, and it shall not be taken away from her.”

Luke 10:39 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Luke 10:39 say?
Luke 10:39 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And she had a sister, named Mary, who, while sitting beside the Lord’s feet, was listening to his word. ”
Where is Luke 10:39 in the Bible?
Luke 10:39 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 10, verse 39.
Who wrote Luke?
Luke is traditionally attributed to Luke the physician, companion of Paul. It was written c. AD 60–62.
What is the book of Luke about?
Luke writes "an orderly account" of Jesus' life from a careful historian's pen, with special attention to the poor, the outsider, women, prayer, and the Holy Spirit. From the angelic announcements at the beginning to the Emmaus road at the end, Luke shows Jesus as the Savior of the world.
What are the major themes of Luke?
Luke explores themes including Salvation for All, Holy Spirit, Prayer, Compassion, Joy. These themes shape the meaning and context of Luke 10:39.
What translation should I read Luke 10:39 in?
Luke 10:39 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Luke 10:39?
Luke 10:39 reads (CPDV): “And she had a sister, named Mary, who, while sitting beside the Lord’s feet, was listening to his word. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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