Luke 15:1
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Luke 15:1 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Luke 15:1 is a verse from the book of Luke in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "Then drew near unto him all the publicans and sinners for to hear him." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Luke 15:1 — KJV
“Then drew near unto him all the publicans and sinners for to hear him.”
— Luke 15:1 (KJV)
Luke 15:1 in Context — About the Book of Luke
Luke, the physician-historian, writes the most carefully researched Gospel — and the most tender. Outsiders take center stage: shepherds, women, Samaritans, tax collectors, the prodigal son. More than any Gospel, Luke shows Jesus praying at every turning point of His life.
Cross-References for Luke 15:1
“Then Saul drew near to Samuel in the gate, and said, Tell me, I pray thee, where the seer's house is.”
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“Then cried a wise woman out of the city, Hear, hear; say, I pray you, unto Joab, Come near hither, that I may speak with thee.”
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“And when he was come near unto her, the woman said, Art thou Joab? And he answered, I am he. Then she said unto him, Hear the words of thine handmaid. And he answered, I do hear.”
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“Then Hezekiah answered and said, Now ye have consecrated yourselves unto the LORD, come near and bring sacrifices and thank offerings into the house of the LORD. And the congregation brought in sacrifices and thank offerings; and as many as were of a free heart burnt offerings. consecrated...: or, filled your hand”
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“Then Abraham fell upon his face, and laughed, and said in his heart, Shall a child be born unto him that is an hundred years old? and shall Sarah, that is ninety years old, bear?”
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