Luke 24:50
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Luke 24:50 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Luke 24:50 is a verse from the book of Luke in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "And he led them out as far as to Bethany, and he lifted up his hands, and blessed them." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Luke 24:50 — KJV
“And he led them out as far as to Bethany, and he lifted up his hands, and blessed them.”
— Luke 24:50 (KJV)
Luke 24:50 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 24:50
“And Balak's anger was kindled against Balaam, and he smote his hands together: and Balak said unto Balaam, I called thee to curse mine enemies, and, behold, thou hast altogether blessed them these three times.”
Shares key themes with Luke 24:50: led, hands, blessed
“And Ahimaaz called, and said unto the king, All is well. And he fell down to the earth upon his face before the king, and said, Blessed be the LORD thy God, which hath delivered up the men that lifted up their hand against my lord the king. All...: or, Peace be to thee: Heb. Peace delivered...: Heb. shut up”
Shares key themes with Luke 24:50: led, lifted, blessed
“And he said, Blessed be the LORD God of Israel, who hath with his hands fulfilled that which he spake with his mouth to my father David, saying,”
Shares key themes with Luke 24:50: led, hands, blessed
“And when they lifted up their eyes afar off, and knew him not, they lifted up their voice, and wept; and they rent every one his mantle, and sprinkled dust upon their heads toward heaven.”
Shares key themes with Luke 24:50: led, far, lifted
“The mountains saw thee, and they trembled: the overflowing of the water passed by: the deep uttered his voice, and lifted up his hands on high.”
Shares key themes with Luke 24:50: led, lifted, hands
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