Luke 5:24 cpdv — But so that you may know that the Son of man has authority on earth to forgive sins,” he said to the paralytic, “I say…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"But so that you may know that the Son of man has authority on earth to forgive sins,” he said to the paralytic, “I say to you to: Rise up, take up your bed, and go into your house.” "

— Luke 5:24, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Luke 5 — Context

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And the scribes and Pharisees began to think, saying: “Who is this, who is speaking blasphemies? Who is able to forgive sins, except God alone?”

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But when Jesus realized their thoughts, responding, he said to them: “What are you thinking in your hearts?

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Which is easier to say: ‘Your sins are forgiven you,’ or to say, ‘Rise up and walk?’

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But so that you may know that the Son of man has authority on earth to forgive sins,” he said to the paralytic, “I say to you to: Rise up, take up your bed, and go into your house.”

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And at once, rising up in their sight, he took up the bed on which he was lying, and he went away to his own house, magnifying God.

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And astonishment took hold of everyone, and they were magnifying God. And they were filled with fear, saying: “For we have seen miracles today.”

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And after these things, he went out, and he saw a tax collector named Levi, sitting at the customs office. And he said to him, “Follow me.”

Luke 5:24 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Luke 5:24 say?
Luke 5:24 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “But so that you may know that the Son of man has authority on earth to forgive sins,” he said to the paralytic, “I say to you to: Rise up, take up your bed, and go into your house.” ”
Where is Luke 5:24 in the Bible?
Luke 5:24 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 5, verse 24.
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 5:24.
What translation should I read Luke 5:24 in?
Luke 5:24 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 5:24?
Luke 5:24 reads (CPDV): “But so that you may know that the Son of man has authority on earth to forgive sins,” he said to the paralytic, “I say to you to: Rise up, take up your bed, and go into your house.” ” 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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