Luke 19:7
Luke 19:7 in Multiple Translations
And all who saw this began to grumble, saying, “He has gone to be the guest of a sinful man!”
And when they saw it, they all murmured, saying, That he was gone to be guest with a man that is a sinner.
And when they saw it, they all murmured, saying, He is gone in to lodge with a man that is a sinner.
And when they saw it, they were all angry, saying, He has gone into the house of a sinner.
When the people saw this they all complained, “He's gone to stay with such a sinner!”
And when all they sawe it, they murmured, saying, that hee was gone in to lodge with a sinfull man.
and having seen [it], they were all murmuring, saying — 'With a sinful man he went in to lodge!'
When they saw it, they all murmured, saying, “He has gone in to lodge with a man who is a sinner.”
And when they saw it , they all murmured, saying, That he was gone to be guest with a man that is a sinner.
And when all saw it, they murmured, saying, that he was gone to be a guest with a man that was a sinner.
The people who saw Jesus go there grumbled saying, “He has gone to be the guest of a man who is a sinner!”
But when the other people saw this, they were angry with Jesus. They said, “Look. He has gone to stay with a bad man. He shouldn’t do that.”
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Study Notes — Luke 19:7
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- Luke 19:7 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Luke 19:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 19:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 19:7
- Trapp's Commentary on Luke 19:7
- Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 19:7
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 19:7
- Cambridge Bible on Luke 19:7
- Barnes' Notes on Luke 19:7
- Whedon's Commentary on Luke 19:7
- Sermons on Luke 19:7
Context — Jesus and Zacchaeus
7And all who saw this began to grumble, saying, “He has gone to be the guest of a sinful man!”
8But Zacchaeus stood up and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord, half of my possessions I give to the poor, and if I have cheated anyone, I will repay it fourfold.” 9Jesus said to him, “Today salvation has come to this house, because this man too is a son of Abraham.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Luke 15:2 | So the Pharisees and scribes began to grumble: “This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.” |
| 2 | Luke 7:39 | When the Pharisee who had invited Jesus saw this, he said to himself, “If this man were a prophet, He would know who this is and what kind of woman is touching Him—for she is a sinner!” |
| 3 | Luke 7:34 | The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and you say, ‘Look at this glutton and drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners!’ |
| 4 | Matthew 9:11 | When the Pharisees saw this, they asked His disciples, “Why does your Teacher eat with tax collectors and sinners?” |
| 5 | Luke 5:30 | But the Pharisees and their scribes complained to Jesus’ disciples, “Why do you eat and drink with tax collectors and sinners?” |
| 6 | Luke 18:9–14 | To some who trusted in their own righteousness and viewed others with contempt, He also told this parable: “Two men went up to the temple to pray. One was a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee stood by himself and prayed, ‘God, I thank You that I am not like the other men—swindlers, evildoers, adulterers—or even like this tax collector. I fast twice a week and pay tithes of all that I acquire.’ But the tax collector stood at a distance, unwilling even to lift up his eyes to heaven. Instead, he beat his breast and said, ‘God, have mercy on me, a sinner!’ I tell you, this man, rather than the Pharisee, went home justified. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.” |
| 7 | Matthew 21:28–31 | But what do you think? There was a man who had two sons. He went to the first one and said, ‘Son, go and work today in the vineyard.’ ‘I will not,’ he replied. But later he changed his mind and went. Then the man went to the second son and told him the same thing. ‘I will, sir,’ he said. But he did not go. Which of the two did the will of his father?” “The first, ” they answered. Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, the tax collectors and prostitutes are entering the kingdom of God before you. |
Luke 19:7 Summary
[This verse shows that the people were surprised and upset when Jesus went to Zacchaeus' house because they thought Zacchaeus was a bad person. Jesus didn't care what others thought, He just wanted to help Zacchaeus, as seen in Luke 19:10 where it says Jesus came to seek and save the lost. This teaches us that we should love and accept people, even if they have made mistakes, just like Jesus did. We can learn from Jesus' example in Matthew 9:10-13 where He ate with tax collectors and sinners, showing us that everyone deserves a second chance and God's love.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the people grumble when Jesus went to Zacchaeus' house?
The people grumbled because they saw Zacchaeus as a sinful man, and they did not understand why Jesus would want to associate with him, as seen in Luke 19:7, similar to the Pharisees' reaction in Matthew 9:11 when Jesus ate with tax collectors and sinners.
What does it mean to be a 'sinful man' in the context of this verse?
In this context, a 'sinful man' refers to someone who is considered an outcast or unrighteous by societal standards, much like the tax collectors and sinners Jesus ministered to in Matthew 9:10-13 and Luke 15:1-2.
How does this verse relate to Jesus' ministry and teachings?
This verse highlights Jesus' mission to seek and save the lost, as stated in Luke 19:10, and demonstrates His willingness to associate with those considered sinful or unrighteous in order to bring them to salvation, as seen in John 3:16-17.
What can we learn from the people's reaction to Jesus' actions in this verse?
We can learn that we should not judge others based on their past or reputation, but rather treat them with love and compassion, as Jesus did, and remember that He came to save sinners, as stated in 1 Timothy 1:15.
Reflection Questions
- How do I react when I see someone who is considered 'sinful' or 'unrighteous' by societal standards, and what can I learn from Jesus' example in this verse?
- What are some ways I can demonstrate love and compassion to those around me who may be considered outcasts or sinners, just as Jesus did in Luke 19:7?
- How can I balance the need to associate with and minister to those who are considered sinful with the importance of maintaining my own spiritual integrity and witness, as seen in 1 Corinthians 15:33-34?
- What does this verse teach me about God's heart for the lost and the sinful, and how can I reflect that heart in my own life and ministry, as stated in Luke 19:10?
Gill's Exposition on Luke 19:7
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 19:7
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 19:7
Trapp's Commentary on Luke 19:7
Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 19:7
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 19:7
Cambridge Bible on Luke 19:7
Barnes' Notes on Luke 19:7
Whedon's Commentary on Luke 19:7
Sermons on Luke 19:7
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Repentance - Part 3 by David Smithers | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Zacchaeus and his encounter with Jesus. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing Jesus as the King and being hungry for Him. |
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An Appeal to Sinners by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the benevolence of God and His desire to save sinners. He describes how Jesus, out of love and sorrow, willingly went to the grave in mortal |
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(The Foundation and the Building) the Most Important Thing in Life by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a Christlike attitude and values. He challenges the audience to not just passively listen to the message, but to all |
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How to Handle Persecution by Danny Bond | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on Acts 4:14-22 and discusses how the early church faced persecution for their faith. He emphasizes the importance of not watering down the gos |
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Samson by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the cycle of sin and redemption that is seen throughout the book of Judges. He emphasizes that sin enslaves us and leads to a cycle of rebell |
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2 Timothy - Part 11 by John Hunter | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the three-phased parable in Luke 15 to illustrate the wonder and glory of divine activity in relation to human souls. The first phase depict |
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The Fall of Noah by J.B. Buffington | J.B. Buffington preaches on 'The Fall of Noah,' highlighting Noah's righteousness, faith, and relationship with God amidst a wicked generation. The sermon delves into Noah's involv |







