Luke 13:8 web — He answered, 'Lord, leave it alone this year also, until I dig around it, and fertilize it.

World English Bible

"He answered, 'Lord, leave it alone this year also, until I dig around it, and fertilize it."

— Luke 13:8, World English Bible

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Luke 13 — Context

5

I tell you, no, but, unless you repent, you will all perish in the same way."

6

He spoke this parable. "A certain man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard, and he came seeking fruit on it, and found none.

7

He said to the vine dresser, 'Behold, these three years I have come looking for fruit on this fig tree, and found none. Cut it down. Why does it waste the soil?'

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He answered, 'Lord, leave it alone this year also, until I dig around it, and fertilize it.

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.

Luke 13:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Luke 13:8 say?
Luke 13:8 in the World English Bible reads: “He answered, 'Lord, leave it alone this year also, until I dig around it, and fertilize it.”
Where is Luke 13:8 in the Bible?
Luke 13:8 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 13, verse 8.
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 13:8.
What translation should I read Luke 13:8 in?
Luke 13:8 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 13:8?
Luke 13:8 reads (WEB): “He answered, 'Lord, leave it alone this year also, until I dig around it, and fertilize it.” 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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