Luke 8:52 web — All were weeping and mourning her, but he said, "Don't weep. She isn't dead, but sleeping."

World English Bible

"All were weeping and mourning her, but he said, "Don't weep. She isn't dead, but sleeping.""

— Luke 8:52, World English Bible

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Luke 8 — Context

49

While he still spoke, one from the ruler of the synagogue's house came, saying to him, "Your daughter is dead. Don't trouble the Teacher."

50

But Jesus hearing it, answered him, "Don't be afraid. Only believe, and she will be healed."

51

When he came to the house, he didn't allow anyone to enter in, except Peter, John, James, the father of the child, and her mother.

52

All were weeping and mourning her, but he said, "Don't weep. She isn't dead, but sleeping."

53

They were ridiculing him, knowing that she was dead.

54

But he put them all outside, and taking her by the hand, he called, saying, "Child, arise!"

55

Her spirit returned, and she rose up immediately. He commanded that something be given to her to eat.

Luke 8:52 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Luke 8:52 say?
Luke 8:52 in the World English Bible reads: “All were weeping and mourning her, but he said, "Don't weep. She isn't dead, but sleeping."”
Where is Luke 8:52 in the Bible?
Luke 8:52 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 8, verse 52.
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 8:52.
What translation should I read Luke 8:52 in?
Luke 8:52 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 8:52?
Luke 8:52 reads (WEB): “All were weeping and mourning her, but he said, "Don't weep. She isn't dead, but sleeping."” 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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