Luke 17:13
Luke 17:13 in Multiple Translations
and raised their voices, shouting, “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!”
And they lifted up their voices, and said, Jesus, Master, have mercy on us.
and they lifted up their voices, saying, Jesus, Master, have mercy on us.
Said, in loud voices, Jesus, Master, have mercy on us.
They called out, “Jesus, Master, please have mercy on us.”
And they lift vp their voyces and saide, Iesus, Master, haue mercie on vs.
and they lifted up the voice, saying, 'Jesus, master, deal kindly with us;'
They lifted up their voices, saying, “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!”
And they lifted up their voices, and said, Jesus, Master, have mercy on us.
And lifted up their voice, saying: Jesus, master, have mercy on us.
and called out, “Jesus, Master, pity us and heal us!”
They said, “Jesus, sir, please feel sorry for us, and help us.”
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Greek Word Reference — Luke 17:13
Study Notes — Luke 17:13
- Context
- Cross References
- Luke 17:13 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Luke 17:13
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 17:13
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 17:13
- Trapp's Commentary on Luke 17:13
- Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 17:13
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 17:13
- Whedon's Commentary on Luke 17:13
- Sermons on Luke 17:13
Context — The Ten Lepers
13and raised their voices, shouting, “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!”
14When Jesus saw them, He said, “Go, show yourselves to the priests.” And as they were on their way, they were cleansed. 15When one of them saw that he was healed, he came back, praising God in a loud voice.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Matthew 15:22 | And a Canaanite woman from that region came to Him, crying out, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on me! My daughter is miserably possessed by a demon.” |
| 2 | Matthew 20:30–31 | And there were two blind men sitting beside the road. When they heard that Jesus was passing by, they cried out, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!” The crowd admonished them to be silent, but they cried out all the louder, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!” |
| 3 | Matthew 9:27 | As Jesus went on from there, two blind men followed Him, crying out, “Have mercy on us, Son of David!” |
| 4 | Luke 18:38–39 | So he called out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” Those who led the way admonished him to be silent, but he cried out all the louder, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” |
| 5 | Mark 9:22 | “It often throws him into the fire or into the water, trying to kill him. But if You can do anything, have compassion on us and help us.” |
| 6 | Luke 5:5 | “Master,” Simon replied, “we have worked hard all night without catching anything. But because You say so, I will let down the nets.” |
Luke 17:13 Summary
In this verse, ten lepers cried out to Jesus for mercy, acknowledging their desperate condition and their need for His healing power. They called Him 'Master', recognizing His authority and power, similar to how Jesus' disciples referred to Him in Luke 5:5. This shows us the importance of humility and faith in approaching God, as seen in Psalm 51:1-2. By crying out to God for mercy, we can experience His healing and restoration, just like the lepers did, as promised in Jeremiah 17:14 and Matthew 11:28.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the lepers stand at a distance from Jesus?
The lepers stood at a distance because, according to Leviticus 13:46, they were required to live outside the camp and announce their presence to others to prevent the spread of their disease. This shows their awareness of their condition and their desire to follow the Law, as seen in Leviticus 14:2-32.
What does 'Master' mean in this context?
When the lepers called Jesus 'Master', they were acknowledging His authority and power, similar to how Jesus' disciples referred to Him as 'Master' in Luke 5:5. This title signifies their recognition of Jesus' divine authority and their submission to Him.
Why did the lepers cry out for mercy?
The lepers cried out for mercy because they recognized their desperate condition and their need for Jesus' healing power, as seen in Matthew 9:27 and Mark 10:47-48. Their cry for mercy demonstrates their faith in Jesus' ability to heal them and their humility in acknowledging their dependence on Him.
What can we learn from the lepers' approach to Jesus?
The lepers' approach to Jesus teaches us the importance of humility, faith, and recognition of our need for God's mercy, as seen in Psalm 51:1-2 and Matthew 15:22-28. We can apply this to our own lives by acknowledging our sinfulness and crying out to God for mercy and forgiveness.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to cry out to God for mercy, and how can I humbly acknowledge my dependence on Him?
- How can I, like the lepers, recognize my own spiritual poverty and desperation, and seek Jesus' healing and restoration?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my faith in Jesus' power and authority, as the lepers did by calling Him 'Master'?
- What are some ways I can show compassion and kindness to those who are suffering or marginalized, just as Jesus showed mercy to the lepers?
Gill's Exposition on Luke 17:13
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 17:13
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 17:13
Trapp's Commentary on Luke 17:13
Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 17:13
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 17:13
Whedon's Commentary on Luke 17:13
Sermons on Luke 17:13
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Fargo Memorial Day Conference-11 Fruitbearing by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the word of God as the most precious possession for Christians. He encourages young people to prioritize their time and foc |
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Thankfulness for Mercies Received, a Necessary Duty. (Psalm 107:30-31) by George Whitefield | George Whitefield preaches about the importance of praising and thanking the Lord for His goodness and wonders, emphasizing the duty of gratitude and the tendency of fallen man to |
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Holiness: How to Get It by Samuel Logan Brengle | Samuel Logan Brengle emphasizes that holiness is the state of being like Jesus in moral and spiritual nature, achieved through complete deliverance from sin and the perfection of s |
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Elijah Raises the Dead by Charles Alexander | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the significance of Jesus sending his disciples outside the borders of Israel to spread the Gospel. This act symbolizes the breaking of bound |
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When Supplies Run Low by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of losing joy while traveling in the subway. He then asks the audience how many have experienced running low on their suppl |
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Election - National & Personal by Rolfe Barnard | Rolfe Barnard emphasizes the doctrines of national and personal election in his sermon, using the story of a Gentile woman from Matthew 15 to illustrate God's sovereign choices. He |
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Crying Unto Jesus by Samuel Rutherford | Samuel Rutherford preaches on the fervent and intense prayers of the Syro-Phoenician woman in Matthew 15:22, highlighting the importance of urgent prayer that is filled with need, |







