Luke 6:21
Luke 6:21 in Multiple Translations
Blessed are you who hunger now, for you will be filled. Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh.
Blessed are ye that hunger now: for ye shall be filled. Blessed are ye that weep now: for ye shall laugh.
Blessed are ye that hunger now: for ye shall be filled. Blessed are ye that weep now: for ye shall laugh.
Happy are you who are in need of food now: for you will be made full. Happy are you who are weeping now; for you will be glad.
“How happy are you who are poor, for the kingdom of God is yours. How happy are you who are hungry now, for you will eat all you need. How happy are you who are weeping now, for you will laugh.
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'Happy those hungering now — because ye shall be filled. 'Happy those weeping now — because ye shall laugh.
Blessed are you who hunger now, for you will be filled. Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh.
Blessed are ye that hunger now: for ye shall be filled. Blessed are ye that weep now: for ye shall laugh.
Blessed are ye that hunger now: for you shall be filled. Blessed are ye that weep now: for you shall laugh.
God is pleased with you who sincerely desire to receive what [MTY] he wants you to have; he will give you what you need, until you are satisfied. God is pleased with you that grieve now because of sin. Later you will be joyful.
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Study Notes — Luke 6:21
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- Gill's Exposition on Luke 6:21
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- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 6:21
- Trapp's Commentary on Luke 6:21
- Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 6:21
- Cambridge Bible on Luke 6:21
- Sermons on Luke 6:21
Context — The Beatitudes
21Blessed are you who hunger now, for you will be filled. Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh.
22Blessed are you when people hate you, and when they exclude you and insult you and reject your name as evil because of the Son of Man. 23Rejoice in that day and leap for joy, because great is your reward in heaven. For their fathers treated the prophets in the same way.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | John 6:35 | Jesus answered, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to Me will never hunger, and whoever believes in Me will never thirst. |
| 2 | Matthew 5:6 | Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. |
| 3 | James 1:12 | Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him. |
| 4 | Isaiah 61:1–3 | The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners, to proclaim the year of the LORD’s favor and the day of our God’s vengeance, to comfort all who mourn, to console the mourners in Zion— to give them a crown of beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, and a garment of praise for a spirit of despair. So they will be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified. |
| 5 | Matthew 5:4 | Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. |
| 6 | Psalms 107:9 | For He satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things. |
| 7 | Isaiah 55:1–2 | “Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the waters; and you without money, come, buy, and eat! Come, buy wine and milk without money and without cost! Why spend money on that which is not bread, and your labor on that which does not satisfy? Listen carefully to Me, and eat what is good, and your soul will delight in the richest of foods. |
| 8 | Revelation 7:16 | ‘Never again will they hunger, and never will they thirst; nor will the sun beat down upon them, nor any scorching heat.’ |
| 9 | Luke 6:25 | Woe to you who are well fed now, for you will hunger. Woe to you who laugh now, for you will mourn and weep. |
| 10 | Luke 1:53 | He has filled the hungry with good things, but has sent the rich away empty. |
Luke 6:21 Summary
Jesus is saying that even if we are struggling with physical or emotional needs right now, He will take care of us and bring us joy in the end. This is a promise that He will fill our emptiness and turn our tears to laughter, just like He did for the widow of Nain in Luke 7:11-17. We can trust Him to provide for us, just as He provided manna for the Israelites in the wilderness, as seen in Exodus 16:4. By trusting in Jesus, we can have hope and comfort, even in difficult times, as seen in Romans 8:28.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'hunger now' in Luke 6:21?
To 'hunger now' means to be in a state of spiritual or physical need, but Jesus promises that those who trust in Him will be filled, just as He taught in Matthew 5:6 and as seen in the feeding of the 5,000 in Luke 9:12-17.
Why does Jesus say 'Blessed are you who weep now'?
Jesus is comforting those who are sorrowful, promising that their tears will turn to laughter, as also seen in Psalm 30:5, which says that 'weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning'.
Is this verse only for people who are physically hungry or weeping?
While this verse may apply to physical needs, it also has spiritual implications, as Jesus often used physical examples to illustrate spiritual truths, such as in John 6:35 where He says 'I am the bread of life'.
How can I experience the fulfillment promised in this verse?
To experience the fulfillment promised in Luke 6:21, one must trust in Jesus and seek to follow Him, as seen in Matthew 11:28-30, where Jesus invites all who are weary to come to Him for rest.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am 'hungry' or 'weeping', and how can I trust God to fill or comfort me?
- How does Jesus' promise to fill the hungry and bring laughter to the sorrowful encourage me to persevere in difficult times?
- In what ways can I, like Jesus, be a source of comfort and provision for those around me who are hungry or weeping?
- What are some spiritual 'hunger pangs' I have been experiencing, and how can I seek to satisfy them through prayer, Scripture, and fellowship with other believers?
Gill's Exposition on Luke 6:21
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 6:21
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 6:21
Trapp's Commentary on Luke 6:21
Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 6:21
Cambridge Bible on Luke 6:21
Sermons on Luke 6:21
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Luke - Part 2 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being disciples of Jesus rather than just evangelizing. He highlights the need for Christians to live in a way that glorif |
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The Gift of Joy! by Basilea Schlink | In this sermon, Basilia Schlink shares her testimony of finding joy in her relationship with God. She describes how her sisterhood experienced tears of repentance and sorrow due to |
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Already Heaven by Basilea Schlink | In this sermon by Basilia Schlink, the focus is on the concept of heaven and its relevance in our lives. The speaker emphasizes that God's kingdom is already present on earth and t |
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God Wants to Give by Basilea Schlink | In this sermon, Basilia Schlink emphasizes that it is not the rich, but the poor who have always experienced and testified to the presence and love of God. She highlights that God' |
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Spiritual Times and Seasons by J.C. Philpot | J.C. Philpot preaches on the vanity of all creature enjoyments and the importance of experiencing the killing and healing work of grace in the soul. Through the examples of King So |
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Should We Not Weep? by James Caughey | James Caughey delivers a powerful sermon urging believers to weep over the impending judgment and eternal damnation of sinners, just as Jesus wept over Jerusalem. He emphasizes the |
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(John) 01 - the Past by Alan Redpath | The video is a sermon on the Gospel of John, specifically focusing on the prologue and the themes presented in the book. The speaker emphasizes that analyzing this gospel is almost |





