Luke 18:34 web — They understood none of these things. This saying was hidden from them, and they didn't understand the things that were…

World English Bible

"They understood none of these things. This saying was hidden from them, and they didn't understand the things that were said."

— Luke 18:34, World English Bible

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Luke 18 — Context

31

He took the twelve aside, and said to them, "Behold, we are going up to Jerusalem, and all the things that are written through the prophets concerning the Son of Man will be completed.

32

For he will be delivered up to the Gentiles, will be mocked, treated shamefully, and spit on.

33

They will scourge and kill him. On the third day, he will rise again."

34

They understood none of these things. This saying was hidden from them, and they didn't understand the things that were said.

35

It happened, as he came near Jericho, a certain blind man sat by the road, begging.

36

Hearing a multitude going by, he asked what this meant.

37

They told him that Jesus of Nazareth was passing by.

Luke 18:34 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Luke 18:34 say?
Luke 18:34 in the World English Bible reads: “They understood none of these things. This saying was hidden from them, and they didn't understand the things that were said.”
Where is Luke 18:34 in the Bible?
Luke 18:34 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 18, verse 34.
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 18:34.
What translation should I read Luke 18:34 in?
Luke 18:34 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 18:34?
Luke 18:34 reads (WEB): “They understood none of these things. This saying was hidden from them, and they didn't understand the things that were said.” 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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