Luke 22:53 cpdv — When I was with you each day in the temple, you did not extend your hands against me. But this is your hour and that of…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"When I was with you each day in the temple, you did not extend your hands against me. But this is your hour and that of the power of darkness.” "

— Luke 22:53, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Luke 22 — Context

50

And one of them struck the servant of the high priest and cut off his right ear.

51

But in response, Jesus said, “Permit even this.” And when he had touched his ear, he healed him.

52

Then Jesus said to the leaders of the priests, and the magistrates of the temple, and the elders, who had come to him: “Have you gone out, as if against a thief, with swords and clubs?

53

When I was with you each day in the temple, you did not extend your hands against me. But this is your hour and that of the power of darkness.”

54

And apprehending him, they led him to the house of the high priest. Yet truly, Peter followed at a distance.

55

Now as they were sitting around a fire, which had been kindled in the middle of the atrium, Peter was in their midst.

56

And when a certain woman servant had seen him sitting in its light, and had looked at him intently, she said, “This one was also with him.”

Luke 22:53 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Luke 22:53 say?
Luke 22:53 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “When I was with you each day in the temple, you did not extend your hands against me. But this is your hour and that of the power of darkness.” ”
Where is Luke 22:53 in the Bible?
Luke 22:53 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 22, verse 53.
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 22:53.
What translation should I read Luke 22:53 in?
Luke 22:53 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 22:53?
Luke 22:53 reads (CPDV): “When I was with you each day in the temple, you did not extend your hands against me. But this is your hour and that of the power of darkness.” ” 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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