Luke 17:13 web — They lifted up their voices, saying, "Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!"

World English Bible

"They lifted up their voices, saying, "Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!""

— Luke 17:13, World English Bible

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Luke 17 — Context

10

Even so you also, when you have done all the things that are commanded you, say, 'We are unworthy servants. We have done our duty.'"

11

It happened as he was on his way to Jerusalem, that he was passing along the borders of Samaria and Galilee.

12

As he entered into a certain village, ten men who were lepers met him, who stood at a distance.

13

They lifted up their voices, saying, "Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!"

14

When he saw them, he said to them, "Go and show yourselves to the priests." It happened that as they went, they were cleansed.

15

One of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, glorifying God with a loud voice.

16

He fell on his face at Jesus' feet, giving him thanks; and he was a Samaritan.

Luke 17:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Luke 17:13 say?
Luke 17:13 in the World English Bible reads: “They lifted up their voices, saying, "Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!"”
Where is Luke 17:13 in the Bible?
Luke 17:13 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 17, verse 13.
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 17:13.
What translation should I read Luke 17:13 in?
Luke 17:13 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 17:13?
Luke 17:13 reads (WEB): “They lifted up their voices, saying, "Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!"” 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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