Luke 15:2
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Luke 15:2 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Luke 15:2 is a verse from the book of Luke in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "And the Pharisees and scribes murmured, saying, This man receiveth sinners, and eateth with them." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Luke 15:2 — KJV
“And the Pharisees and scribes murmured, saying, This man receiveth sinners, and eateth with them.”
— Luke 15:2 (KJV)
Luke 15:2 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 15:2
“But their scribes and Pharisees murmured against his disciples, saying, Why do ye eat and drink with publicans and sinners?”
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“And when the scribes and Pharisees saw him eat with publicans and sinners, they said unto his disciples, How is it that he eateth and drinketh with publicans and sinners?”
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“And when the Pharisees saw it, they said unto his disciples, Why eateth your Master with publicans and sinners?”
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“Then certain of the scribes and of the Pharisees answered, saying, Master, we would see a sign from thee.”
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“Then came to Jesus scribes and Pharisees, which were of Jerusalem, saying,”
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