Luke 9:50 web — Jesus said to him, "Don't forbid him, for he who is not against us is for us."

World English Bible

"Jesus said to him, "Don't forbid him, for he who is not against us is for us.""

— Luke 9:50, World English Bible

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Luke 9 — Context

47

Jesus, perceiving the reasoning of their hearts, took a little child, and set him by his side,

48

and said to them, "Whoever receives this little child in my name receives me. Whoever receives me receives him who sent me. For whoever is least among you all, this one will be great."

49

John answered, "Master, we saw someone casting out demons in your name, and we forbade him, because he doesn't follow with us."

50

Jesus said to him, "Don't forbid him, for he who is not against us is for us."

51

It came to pass, when the days were near that he should be taken up, he intently set his face to go to Jerusalem,

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and sent messengers before his face. They went, and entered into a village of the Samaritans, so as to prepare for him.

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They didn't receive him, because he was traveling with his face set towards Jerusalem.

Luke 9:50 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Luke 9:50 say?
Luke 9:50 in the World English Bible reads: “Jesus said to him, "Don't forbid him, for he who is not against us is for us."”
Where is Luke 9:50 in the Bible?
Luke 9:50 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 9, verse 50.
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 9:50.
What translation should I read Luke 9:50 in?
Luke 9:50 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 9:50?
Luke 9:50 reads (WEB): “Jesus said to him, "Don't forbid him, for he who is not against us is for us."” 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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