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KJV
“(For of necessity he must release one unto them at the feast.)”
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ASV
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WEB
“Now he had to release one prisoner to them at the feast.”
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DRB
“Now of necessity he was to release unto them one upon the feast day.”
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KJVA
“(For of necessity he must release one unto them at the feast.)”
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Luke 23 — Context

and said to them,“You brought me this man as one who was misleading the people. When I examined him before you, I did not find this man guilty of anything you accused him of doing.

Neither did Herod, for he sent him back to us. Look, he has done nothing deserving death.

I will therefore have him flogged and release him.”

But they all shouted out together,“Take this man away! Release Barabbas for us!”

(This was a man who had been thrown into prison for an insurrection started in the city, and for murder.)

Pilate addressed them once again because he wanted to release Jesus.

Luke 23:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Luke 23:17 say?

Luke 23:17 in the NET Bible reads: “”

Where is Luke 23:17 in the Bible?

Luke 23:17 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 23, verse 17.

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 23:17.

What translation should I read Luke 23:17 in?

Luke 23:17 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 23:17?

Luke 23:17 reads (NET): “” 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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