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Luke 12:58

Luke 12:59 cpdv — I tell you, you will not depart from there, until you have paid the very last coin.”

Catholic Public Domain Version

"I tell you, you will not depart from there, until you have paid the very last coin.” "

— Luke 12:59, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Luke 12 — Context

56

You hypocrites! You discern the face of the heavens, and of the earth, yet how is it that you do not discern this time?

57

And why do you not, even among yourselves, judge what is just?

58

So, when you are going with your adversary to the ruler, while you are on the way, make an effort to be freed from him, lest perhaps he may lead you to the judge, and the judge may deliver you to the officer, and the officer may cast you into prison.

59

I tell you, you will not depart from there, until you have paid the very last coin.”

Luke 12:59 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Luke 12:59 say?
Luke 12:59 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “I tell you, you will not depart from there, until you have paid the very last coin.” ”
Where is Luke 12:59 in the Bible?
Luke 12:59 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 12, verse 59.
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 12:59.
What translation should I read Luke 12:59 in?
Luke 12:59 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 12:59?
Luke 12:59 reads (CPDV): “I tell you, you will not depart from there, until you have paid the very last coin.” ” 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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