Luke 8:53
Luke 8:53 in Multiple Translations
And they laughed at Him, knowing that she was dead.
And they laughed him to scorn, knowing that she was dead.
And they laughed him to scorn, knowing that she was dead.
And they were laughing at him, being certain that she was dead.
They laughed at him, because they knew that she was dead.
And they laught him to scorne, knowing that she was dead.
and they were deriding him, knowing that she did die;
They were ridiculing him, knowing that she was dead.
And they derided him, knowing that she was dead.
And they laughed him to scorn, knowing that she was dead.
The people laughed at him, because they knew that the girl was dead.
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Study Notes — Luke 8:53
- Context
- Cross References
- Luke 8:53 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Luke 8:53
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 8:53
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 8:53
- Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 8:53
- Cambridge Bible on Luke 8:53
- Whedon's Commentary on Luke 8:53
- Sermons on Luke 8:53
Context — The Healing Touch of Jesus
53And they laughed at Him, knowing that she was dead.
54But Jesus took her by the hand and called out, “Child, get up!” 55Her spirit returned, and at once she got up. And He directed that she be given something to eat.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Luke 16:14 | The Pharisees, who were lovers of money, heard all of this and were scoffing at Jesus. |
| 2 | Isaiah 53:3 | He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, acquainted with grief. Like one from whom men hide their faces, He was despised, and we esteemed Him not. |
| 3 | John 11:39 | “Take away the stone,” Jesus said. “Lord, by now he stinks,” said Martha, the sister of the dead man. “It has already been four days.” |
| 4 | Job 17:2 | Surely mockers surround me, and my eyes must gaze at their rebellion. |
| 5 | Psalms 22:7 | All who see me mock me; they sneer and shake their heads: |
| 6 | Job 12:4 | I am a laughingstock to my friends, though I called on God, and He answered. The righteous and upright man is a laughingstock. |
| 7 | John 19:33–35 | But when they came to Jesus and saw that He was already dead, they did not break His legs. Instead, one of the soldiers pierced His side with a spear, and immediately blood and water flowed out. The one who saw it has testified to this, and his testimony is true. He knows that he is telling the truth, so that you also may believe. |
| 8 | Mark 15:44–45 | Pilate was surprised to hear that Jesus was already dead, so he summoned the centurion to ask if this was so. When Pilate had confirmed it with the centurion, he granted the body to Joseph. |
Luke 8:53 Summary
This verse shows that the people did not believe Jesus when He said the girl was not dead but asleep, because they knew she had physically died. But Jesus was not limited by their unbelief, and He went on to raise the girl from the dead, demonstrating His power and authority over death (as seen in Romans 4:17). This verse teaches us that God's power is not limited by what we can see or understand, and that He can bring life out of death, just like He did in this story and also in the story of Lazarus in John 11:1-44. By trusting in Jesus' power and authority, we can have hope and confidence in the face of difficult circumstances, just like Jesus showed in this verse.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the people laugh at Jesus when He said the girl was not dead but asleep?
The people laughed at Jesus because they knew the girl was dead, and they did not understand the spiritual context of Jesus' words, as seen in Luke 8:53, similar to the mocking of Jesus by the Roman soldiers in Matthew 27:29-31.
What did Jesus mean by saying the girl was 'asleep'?
When Jesus said the girl was 'asleep', He was referring to her physical death as a temporary state, much like sleep, from which she would awaken, as seen in John 11:11-14 where Jesus also referred to Lazarus' death as sleep.
How did the people's laughter affect Jesus?
The people's laughter did not seem to affect Jesus' actions or confidence, as He went on to raise the girl from the dead, demonstrating His power and authority over death, as seen in Luke 8:54-55 and also in Romans 4:17 where God gives life to the dead.
What can we learn from the people's reaction to Jesus' statement?
We can learn that unbelief and skepticism can lead to mockery and ridicule, but Jesus' power and authority are not limited by human unbelief, as seen in Mark 6:6 and Matthew 13:58 where Jesus was also met with unbelief.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am struggling to trust God's power and authority, and how can I apply Jesus' words to those situations?
- How can I balance my understanding of the physical world with my faith in God's supernatural power, as seen in this verse?
- What would it look like for me to have the kind of faith that Jesus demonstrated in this verse, and how can I cultivate that kind of faith in my own life?
- How can I respond to situations where others are mocking or ridiculing my faith, and what can I learn from Jesus' example in this verse?
Gill's Exposition on Luke 8:53
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 8:53
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 8:53
Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 8:53
Cambridge Bible on Luke 8:53
Whedon's Commentary on Luke 8:53
Sermons on Luke 8:53
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A Cry From Torment by Charles Stanley | In this sermon, Jesus is addressing the Pharisees who were lovers of money and were scoffing at Him. He tells a story, possibly a parable, about a rich man and a beggar named Lazar |
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A Prayer From Hell by Gary Kopfstein | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of a rich man and a beggar named Lazarus, as told by Jesus in the Bible. The rich man lived a life of luxury while Lazarus was poo |
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What's Worse Than Having an Evil Spirit? by Sandeep Poonen | This sermon delves into the dangers of being spiritually empty and clean, likening it to a house swept but left empty, making it vulnerable to worse spiritual influences. It emphas |
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Choosing Rather to Suffer by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of dedication and sacrifice in our pursuit of righteousness. He uses examples of athletes who train for hours every day to ach |
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Dvd 03 - Israel, the Suffering Servant by Art Katz | This sermon delves deep into the significance of Jesus' crucifixion, highlighting the parallel between the suffering of Jesus and the future suffering of the Jewish people. It emph |
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The Cross in God's Heart by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the weariness and heartache that is prevalent in the world today. He emphasizes that God sent His Son to speak a word of comfort and encourage |
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The Forbidden Chapter Isa 52-53 by Jacob Prasch | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the omission of Isaiah 52 and 53, which is often referred to as the "Forbidden Chapter," from synagogue liturgy. The speaker reads from Isaiah |







