Luke 7:41 cpdv — “A certain creditor had two debtors: one owed five hundred denarii, and the other fifty.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"“A certain creditor had two debtors: one owed five hundred denarii, and the other fifty. "

— Luke 7:41, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Luke 7 — Context

38

And standing behind him, beside his feet, she began to wash his feet with tears, and she wiped them with the hair of her head, and she kissed his feet, and she anointed them with ointment.

39

Then the Pharisee, who had invited him, upon seeing this, spoke within himself, saying, “This man, if he were a prophet, would certainly know who and what kind of woman is this, who is touching him: that she is a sinner.”

40

And in response, Jesus said to him, “Simon, I have something to say to you.” So he said, “Speak, Teacher.”

41

“A certain creditor had two debtors: one owed five hundred denarii, and the other fifty.

42

And since they did not have the ability to repay him, he forgave them both. So then, which of them loves him more?”

43

In response, Simon said, “I suppose that it is he to whom he forgave the most.” And he said to him, “You have judged correctly.”

44

And turning to the woman, he said to Simon: “Do you see this woman? I entered into your house. You gave me no water for my feet. But she has washed my feet with tears, and has wiped them with her hair.

Luke 7:41 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Luke 7:41 say?
Luke 7:41 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: ““A certain creditor had two debtors: one owed five hundred denarii, and the other fifty. ”
Where is Luke 7:41 in the Bible?
Luke 7:41 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 7, verse 41.
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 7:41.
What translation should I read Luke 7:41 in?
Luke 7:41 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 7:41?
Luke 7:41 reads (CPDV): ““A certain creditor had two debtors: one owed five hundred denarii, and the other fifty. ” 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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