Luke 24:37 kjva — But they were terrified and affrighted, and supposed that they had seen a spirit.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"But they were terrified and affrighted, and supposed that they had seen a spirit."

— Luke 24:37, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Luke 24 — Context

34

Saying, The Lord is risen indeed, and hath appeared to Simon.

35

And they told what things were done in the way, and how he was known of them in breaking of bread.

36

And as they thus spake, Jesus himself stood in the midst of them, and saith unto them, Peace be unto you.

37

But they were terrified and affrighted, and supposed that they had seen a spirit.

38

And he said unto them, Why are ye troubled? and why do thoughts arise in your hearts?

39

Behold my hands and my feet, that it is I myself: handle me, and see; for a spirit hath not flesh and bones, as ye see me have.

40

And when he had thus spoken, he shewed them his hands and his feet.

Luke 24:37 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Luke 24:37 say?
Luke 24:37 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “But they were terrified and affrighted, and supposed that they had seen a spirit.”
Where is Luke 24:37 in the Bible?
Luke 24:37 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 24, verse 37.
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 24:37.
What translation should I read Luke 24:37 in?
Luke 24:37 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 24:37?
Luke 24:37 reads (KJVA): “But they were terrified and affrighted, and supposed that they had seen a spirit.” 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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