Luke 18:38
Luke 18:38 in Multiple Translations
So he called out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!”
And he cried, saying, Jesus, thou Son of David, have mercy on me.
And he cried, saying, Jesus, thou son of David, have mercy on me.
And he said in a loud voice, Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me.
He called out, “Jesus, son of David, please have mercy on me!”
Then hee cried, saying, Iesus the Sonne of Dauid, haue mercie on me.
and he cried out, saying, 'Jesus, Son of David, deal kindly with me;'
He cried out, “Jesus, you son of David, have mercy on me!”
And he cried, saying, Jesus, thou son of David, have mercy on me.
And he cried out, saying: Jesus, son of David, have mercy on me.
He shouted, “Jesus, you who are descended from King David, the Messiah, pity me!”
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Greek Word Reference — Luke 18:38
Study Notes — Luke 18:38
Context — Jesus Heals a Blind Beggar
38So he called out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!”
39Those who led the way admonished him to be silent, but he cried out all the louder, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” 40Jesus stopped and directed that the man be brought to Him. When he had come near, Jesus asked him,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Matthew 9:27 | As Jesus went on from there, two blind men followed Him, crying out, “Have mercy on us, Son of David!” |
| 2 | Luke 18:39 | Those who led the way admonished him to be silent, but he cried out all the louder, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” |
| 3 | 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.” |
| 4 | Romans 1:3 | regarding His Son, who was a descendant of David according to the flesh, |
| 5 | Isaiah 9:6–7 | For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this. |
| 6 | Matthew 21:9 | The crowds that went ahead of Him and those that followed were shouting: “Hosanna to the Son of David!” “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Hosanna in the highest!” |
| 7 | Revelation 22:16 | “I, Jesus, have sent My angel to give you this testimony for the churches. I am the Root and the Offspring of David, the bright Morning Star.” |
| 8 | Matthew 22:42–45 | “What do you think about the Christ? Whose son is He?” “David’s,” they answered. Jesus said to them, “How then does David in the Spirit call Him ‘Lord’? For he says: ‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand until I put Your enemies under Your feet.”’ So if David calls Him ‘Lord,’ how can He be David’s son?” |
| 9 | Matthew 12:23 | The crowds were astounded and asked, “Could this be the Son of David?” |
| 10 | Jeremiah 23:5 | Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, and He will reign wisely as King and will administer justice and righteousness in the land. |
Luke 18:38 Summary
[This verse shows a blind man calling out to Jesus for help, addressing Him as the 'Son of David', which means he believed Jesus was the Messiah who could save and heal him. Jesus is still our Savior and Healer today, and we can call out to Him in our need, just as this man did, trusting in His power and mercy, as seen in Psalm 107:20. The blind man's example teaches us to be bold and persistent in our prayers, trusting that God will hear and answer us, as promised in Jeremiah 33:3 and Matthew 7:7-8.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the blind man call Jesus the 'Son of David'?
The blind man likely called Jesus the 'Son of David' because he believed Jesus to be the Messiah, as seen in Matthew 9:27 and Matthew 15:22, where others also used this title to address Jesus for healing and salvation.
What does it mean to call out for mercy in this context?
Calling out for mercy, as the blind man did, means to humbly and desperately ask for God's help and forgiveness, similar to the tax collector in Luke 18:13 who cried out for mercy, and as taught in Psalm 51:1 to have mercy based on God's loving kindness.
Is this event only about physical healing or is there a spiritual component?
While the blind man was physically healed, the event also has a spiritual component, as Jesus often healed to demonstrate His power and authority, and to bring people to spiritual salvation, as seen in John 9:1-41, where Jesus healed a blind man and then revealed Himself as the Light of the world.
How does this verse relate to our own prayer life and requests to God?
This verse encourages us to be bold and persistent in our prayers, like the blind man, trusting in God's power and mercy, as taught in Hebrews 4:16 and Ephesians 3:12, where we are invited to come confidently to God's throne of grace to receive mercy and find help in time of need.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to cry out to Jesus in desperation, and how can I apply this to my own life when facing challenges or difficulties?
- How does recognizing Jesus as the 'Son of David' and the Messiah affect my understanding of His role in my life and my relationship with Him?
- In what ways can I, like the blind man, demonstrate faith and persistence in my prayers, even when faced with opposition or discouragement from others?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to call out for God's mercy, and how can I humbly and sincerely ask for His help and forgiveness?
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