Luke 8:56

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

Her parents were astounded, but Jesus ordered them not to tell anyone what had happened.

American Standard Version (1901)

And her parents were amazed: but he charged them to tell no man what had been done.

Bible in Basic English

And her father and mother were full of wonder, but he gave orders to them to say nothing about it to anyone.

Douay-Rheims 1899

And her parents were astonished, whom he charged to tell no man what was done.

Free Bible Version

Her parents were astonished at what had happened, but Jesus instructed them not to tell anyone about it.

Geneva Bible 1599

Then her parents were astonied: but hee commanded them that they should tell no man what was done.

King James (Authorized) Version

And her parents were astonished: but he charged them that they should tell no man what was done.

One Unity Resource Bible

Her parents were amazed, but he commanded them to tell no one what had been done.

Translation for Translators

Her parents were amazed, but Jesus told them not to tell anyone else yet what had happened.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Her parents were astonished, but he ordered them to tell no one what had happened.

Noah Webster Bible

And her parents were astonished: but he charged them that they should tell no man what was done.

World English Bible

Her parents were amazed, but he commanded them to tell no one what had been done.

Young's Literal Translation

and her parents were amazed, but he charged them to say to no one what was come to pass.

Context

The Healing Touch of Jesus

⁵⁵Her spirit returned, and at once she got up. And He directed that she be given something to eat.⁵⁶Her parents were astounded, but Jesus ordered them not to tell anyone what had happened.

Summary

In Luke 8:56, Jesus demonstrates His power over death by raising a young girl back to life. This miracle showcases His compassion and authority as the Son of God. It also reveals His ability to bring hope and restoration in seemingly hopeless situations. The faith of the girl's parents, who believed in Jesus' ability to heal her, is a key aspect of this narrative, emphasizing the importance of trust and belief in Christ's miraculous works.

Commentary

Tyndale

Tyndale Open Study Notes

8:56 not tell anyone: See “The Secret of the Messiah” Theme Note.

Luke 8:56

The Healing Touch of Jesus

⁵⁵Her spirit returned, and at once she got up. And He directed that she be given something to eat.⁵⁶Her parents were astounded, but Jesus ordered them not to tell anyone what had happened.

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Commentary

Berean Standard Bible

Her parents were astounded, but Jesus ordered them not to tell anyone what had happened.

American Standard Version (1901)

And her parents were amazed: but he charged them to tell no man what had been done.

Bible in Basic English

And her father and mother were full of wonder, but he gave orders to them to say nothing about it to anyone.

Douay-Rheims 1899

And her parents were astonished, whom he charged to tell no man what was done.

Free Bible Version

Her parents were astonished at what had happened, but Jesus instructed them not to tell anyone about it.

Geneva Bible 1599

Then her parents were astonied: but hee commanded them that they should tell no man what was done.

King James (Authorized) Version

And her parents were astonished: but he charged them that they should tell no man what was done.

One Unity Resource Bible

Her parents were amazed, but he commanded them to tell no one what had been done.

Translation for Translators

Her parents were amazed, but Jesus told them not to tell anyone else yet what had happened.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Her parents were astonished, but he ordered them to tell no one what had happened.

Noah Webster Bible

And her parents were astonished: but he charged them that they should tell no man what was done.

World English Bible

Her parents were amazed, but he commanded them to tell no one what had been done.

Young's Literal Translation

and her parents were amazed, but he charged them to say to no one what was come to pass.