Luke 6:34 cpdv — And if you will loan to those from whom you hope to receive, what credit is due to you? For even sinners lend to sinner…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And if you will loan to those from whom you hope to receive, what credit is due to you? For even sinners lend to sinners, in order to receive the same in return. "

— Luke 6:34, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Luke 6 — Context

31

And exactly as you would want people to treat you, treat them also the same.

32

And if you love those who love you, what credit is due to you? For even sinners love those who love them.

33

And if you will do good to those who do good to you, what credit is due to you? Indeed, even sinners behave this way.

34

And if you will loan to those from whom you hope to receive, what credit is due to you? For even sinners lend to sinners, in order to receive the same in return.

35

So truly, love your enemies. Do good, and lend, hoping for nothing in return. And then your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High, for he himself is kind to the ungrateful and to the wicked.

36

Therefore, be merciful, just as your Father is also merciful.

37

Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven.

Luke 6:34 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Luke 6:34 say?
Luke 6:34 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And if you will loan to those from whom you hope to receive, what credit is due to you? For even sinners lend to sinners, in order to receive the same in return. ”
Where is Luke 6:34 in the Bible?
Luke 6:34 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 6, verse 34.
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 6:34.
What translation should I read Luke 6:34 in?
Luke 6:34 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 6:34?
Luke 6:34 reads (CPDV): “And if you will loan to those from whom you hope to receive, what credit is due to you? For even sinners lend to sinners, in order to receive the same in return. ” 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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