Luke 13:12 web — When Jesus saw her, he called her, and said to her, "Woman, you are freed from your infirmity."

World English Bible

"When Jesus saw her, he called her, and said to her, "Woman, you are freed from your infirmity.""

— Luke 13:12, World English Bible

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Luke 13 — Context

9

If it bears fruit, fine; but if not, after that, you can cut it down.'"

10

He was teaching in one of the synagogues on the Sabbath day.

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Behold, there was a woman who had a spirit of infirmity eighteen years, and she was bent over, and could in no way straighten herself up.

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When Jesus saw her, he called her, and said to her, "Woman, you are freed from your infirmity."

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He laid his hands on her, and immediately she stood up straight, and glorified God.

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The ruler of the synagogue, being indignant because Jesus had healed on the Sabbath, said to the multitude, "There are six days in which men ought to work. Therefore come on those days and be healed, and not on the Sabbath day!"

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Therefore the Lord answered him, "You hypocrites! Doesn't each one of you free his ox or his donkey from the stall on the Sabbath, and lead him away to water?

Luke 13:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Luke 13:12 say?
Luke 13:12 in the World English Bible reads: “When Jesus saw her, he called her, and said to her, "Woman, you are freed from your infirmity."”
Where is Luke 13:12 in the Bible?
Luke 13:12 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 13, verse 12.
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 13:12.
What translation should I read Luke 13:12 in?
Luke 13:12 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 13:12?
Luke 13:12 reads (WEB): “When Jesus saw her, he called her, and said to her, "Woman, you are freed from your infirmity."” 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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