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Luke 22

Now the feast of unleavened bread drew nigh, which is called the Passover.

And the chief priests and scribes sought how they might kill him; for they feared the people.

Then entered Satan into Judas surnamed Iscariot, being of the number of the twelve.

And he went his way, and communed with the chief priests and captains, how he might betray him unto them.

And they were glad, and covenanted to give him money.

And he promised, and sought opportunity to betray him unto them in the absence of the multitude.

Then came the day of unleavened bread, when the passover must be killed.

And he sent Peter and John, saying, Go and prepare us the passover, that we may eat.

And they said unto him, Where wilt thou that we prepare?

And he said unto them, Behold, when ye are entered into the city, there shall a man meet you, bearing a pitcher of water; follow him into the house where he entereth in.

And ye shall say unto the goodman of the house, The Master saith unto thee, Where is the guestchamber, where I shall eat the passover with my disciples?

And he shall shew you a large upper room furnished: there make ready.

And they went, and found as he had said unto them: and they made ready the passover.

And when the hour was come, he sat down, and the twelve apostles with him.

And he said unto them, With desire I have desired to eat this passover with you before I suffer:

For I say unto you, I will not any more eat thereof, until it be fulfilled in the kingdom of God.

And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and said, Take this, and divide it among yourselves:

For I say unto you, I will not drink of the fruit of the vine, until the kingdom of God shall come.

And he took bread, and gave thanks, and brake it, and gave unto them, saying, This is my body which is given for you: this do in remembrance of me.

Likewise also the cup after supper, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood, which is shed for you.

But, behold, the hand of him that betrayeth me is with me on the table.

And truly the Son of man goeth, as it was determined: but woe unto that man by whom he is betrayed!

And they began to inquire among themselves, which of them it was that should do this thing.

And there was also a strife among them, which of them should be accounted the greatest.

And he said unto them, The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship over them; and they that exercise authority upon them are called benefactors.

But ye shall not be so: but he that is greatest among you, let him be as the younger; and he that is chief, as he that doth serve.

For whether is greater, he that sitteth at meat, or he that serveth? is not he that sitteth at meat? but I am among you as he that serveth.

Ye are they which have continued with me in my temptations.

And I appoint unto you a kingdom, as my Father hath appointed unto me;

That ye may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat:

But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren.

And he said unto him, Lord, I am ready to go with thee, both into prison, and to death.

And he said, I tell thee, Peter, the cock shall not crow this day, before that thou shalt thrice deny that thou knowest me.

And he said unto them, When I sent you without purse, and scrip, and shoes, lacked ye any thing? And they said, Nothing.

Then said he unto them, But now, he that hath a purse, let him take it, and likewise his scrip: and he that hath no sword, let him sell his garment, and buy one.

For I say unto you, that this that is written must yet be accomplished in me, And he was reckoned among the transgressors: for the things concerning me have an end.

And they said, Lord, behold, here are two swords. And he said unto them, It is enough.

And he came out, and went, as he was wont, to the mount of Olives; and his disciples also followed him.

And when he was at the place, he said unto them, Pray that ye enter not into temptation.

And he was withdrawn from them about a stone's cast, and kneeled down, and prayed,

Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done.

And there appeared an angel unto him from heaven, strengthening him.

And being in an agony he prayed more earnestly: and his sweat was as it were great drops of blood falling down to the ground.

And when he rose up from prayer, and was come to his disciples, he found them sleeping for sorrow,

And said unto them, Why sleep ye? rise and pray, lest ye enter into temptation.

And while he yet spake, behold a multitude, and he that was called Judas, one of the twelve, went before them, and drew near unto Jesus to kiss him.

But Jesus said unto him, Judas, betrayest thou the Son of man with a kiss?

When they which were about him saw what would follow, they said unto him, Lord, shall we smite with the sword?

And one of them smote the servant of the high priest, and cut off his right ear.

And Jesus answered and said, Suffer ye thus far. And he touched his ear, and healed him.

Then Jesus said unto the chief priests, and captains of the temple, and the elders, which were come to him, Be ye come out, as against a thief, with swords and staves?

When I was daily with you in the temple, ye stretched forth no hands against me: but this is your hour, and the power of darkness.

Then took they him, and led him, and brought him into the high priest's house. And Peter followed afar off.

And when they had kindled a fire in the midst of the hall, and were set down together, Peter sat down among them.

But a certain maid beheld him as he sat by the fire, and earnestly looked upon him, and said, This man was also with him.

And he denied him, saying, Woman, I know him not.

And after a little while another saw him, and said, Thou art also of them. And Peter said, Man, I am not.

And about the space of one hour after another confidently affirmed, saying, Of a truth this fellow also was with him: for he is a Galilaean.

And Peter said, Man, I know not what thou sayest. And immediately, while he yet spake, the cock crew.

And the Lord turned, and looked upon Peter. And Peter remembered the word of the Lord, how he had said unto him, Before the cock crow, thou shalt deny me thrice.

And Peter went out, and wept bitterly.

And the men that held Jesus mocked him, and smote him.

And when they had blindfolded him, they struck him on the face, and asked him, saying, Prophesy, who is it that smote thee?

And many other things blasphemously spake they against him.

And as soon as it was day, the elders of the people and the chief priests and the scribes came together, and led him into their council, saying,

Art thou the Christ? tell us. And he said unto them, If I tell you, ye will not believe:

And if I also ask you, ye will not answer me, nor let me go.

Hereafter shall the Son of man sit on the right hand of the power of God.

Then said they all, Art thou then the Son of God? And he said unto them, Ye say that I am.

And they said, What need we any further witness? for we ourselves have heard of his own mouth.

What does Luke 22:16 mean?

Explanation

In Luke 22:16, Jesus is speaking to His disciples during the Last Supper, the final meal He shares with them before His crucifixion.

In this passage, Jesus foretells that He will not partake of the Passover meal again until its meaning is fulfilled in the Kingdom of God.

On a literal level, He is stating that He will not eat of the meal again until a future time.

The deeper meaning suggests the completion of the Passover's symbolism through Jesus' death and resurrection.

The Passover, which commemorated the Israelites' deliverance from Egypt, pointed forward to a greater deliverance through the Messiah.

Jesus' reference to the Kingdom of God is rich with eschatological significance, implying the full establishment of God's reign, where Jesus will dine with His followers in a renewed and perfected world.

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Historical Context

The context of this verse is Jewish Passover meal, traditionally celebrated to remember the exodus from Egypt, when God delivered the Israelites from slavery. During the time of Jesus, the Passover Seder involved specific rituals and the consumption of symbolic foods.

It was a time of remembrance and hope for future redemption. When Jesus speaks this sentence, He does so amidst the observance of this significant Jewish festival, providing His own new interpretation and fulfillment through His upcoming sacrifice.

Theological Insights

From a Christian theological perspective, the verse is seen as a prelude to Jesus’ sacrificial death, His resurrection, and His eventual return.

Theologians have often interpreted the phrase "until it be fulfilled in the kingdom of God" as a reference to the consummation of God's plan of salvation, which will be ultimately realized at the Second Coming of Christ.

Different denominations have varying interpretations of the "kingdom of God," ranging from an actual physical realm to a spiritual dominion over the hearts of believers.

Practical Applications

The teachings of this verse can encourage believers to remain steadfast in their faith as they await the full realization of God's kingdom.

It serves as a reminder of Jesus' promise and the future fellowship believers will enjoy with Him.

In daily life, it can underscore the importance of remembering Christ's sacrifice and of living in anticipation of His return, fostering hope and a sense of purpose in adhering to Christian values and principles.

Cross-References

Matthew 26:29 - "But I say unto you, I will not drink henceforth of this fruit of the vine, until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father's kingdom."
Mark 14:25 - "Verily I say unto you, I will drink no more of the fruit of the vine, until that day that I drink it new in the kingdom of God."
Revelation 19:9 - "And he saith unto me, Write, Blessed are they which are called unto the marriage supper of the Lamb.

And he saith unto me, These are the true sayings of God."

Language Study

In the original Greek text, the key phrases to analyze are:

"οὐκέτι οὐ μὴ φάγω" (ouketi ou mē phagō) meaning "I will not eat anymore" where the double negative "οὐ μὴ" emphasizes the strong negation of the action.
"πληρωθῇ" (plērōthēi) is a verb in the aorist subjunctive passive, which denotes the idea of fulfillment or completion.
"ἐν τῇ βασιλείᾳ" (en tē basileia) is a phrase meaning "in the kingdom," here, referencing God's sovereign dominion.

Cultural and Religious Comparisons

In comparing this verse to other ancient religious practices, one can see parallels in celebratory banquets commemorating historical events or honoring deities, yet the Christian interpretation stands out for its association with an impending culmination of a spiritual kingdom.

The Last Supper's transformation into an expectation of divine fulfillment differs significantly from static historical remembrances in other cultures.

Scientific Perspectives

From a scientific perspective, the verse does not directly engage with empiricist or material understandings of the world, as it speaks to eschatological and spiritual events.

The reference to the Kingdom of God operates within a theological and metaphysical framework which generally lies outside the purview of scientific inquiry.

Commentaries

Various biblical scholars and commentators offer insights into this verse:

According to William Barclay, this verse, along with its parallels in Matthew and Mark, indicates Jesus’ prediction of His death and the significance of the Last Supper as pointing toward a future heavenly banquet.
John Calvin noted that Jesus abstains from the Passover to highlight the end of its old covenant significance and the inauguration of a new era through His blood.
The 'MacArthur Bible Commentary' suggests that Jesus' announcement looked forward to the consummation of the redemptive history in the eternal kingdom, where there will be perfect and unbroken fellowship with God.

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What does Luke 22:16 mean?

Explanation

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Historical Context

Theological Insights

Practical Applications

Cross-References

Language Study

Cultural and Religious Comparisons

Scientific Perspectives

Commentaries

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What does Luke 22:16 mean?

Explanation

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Historical Context

Theological Insights

Practical Applications

Cross-References

Language Study

Cultural and Religious Comparisons

Scientific Perspectives

Commentaries

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