Luke 21:28 web — But when these things begin to happen, look up, and lift up your heads, because your redemption is near."

World English Bible

"But when these things begin to happen, look up, and lift up your heads, because your redemption is near.""

— Luke 21:28, World English Bible

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Luke 21 — Context

25

There will be signs in the sun, moon, and stars; and on the earth anxiety of nations, in perplexity for the roaring of the sea and the waves;

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men fainting for fear, and for expectation of the things which are coming on the world: for the powers of the heavens will be shaken.

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Then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory.

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But when these things begin to happen, look up, and lift up your heads, because your redemption is near."

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He told them a parable. "See the fig tree, and all the trees.

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When they are already budding, you see it and know by your own selves that the summer is already near.

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Even so you also, when you see these things happening, know that the Kingdom of God is near.

Luke 21:28 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Luke 21:28 say?
Luke 21:28 in the World English Bible reads: “But when these things begin to happen, look up, and lift up your heads, because your redemption is near."”
Where is Luke 21:28 in the Bible?
Luke 21:28 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 21, verse 28.
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 21:28.
What translation should I read Luke 21:28 in?
Luke 21:28 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 21:28?
Luke 21:28 reads (WEB): “But when these things begin to happen, look up, and lift up your heads, because your redemption is near."” 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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