Luke 19:25
Luke 19:25 Meaning and Explanation
“(And they said unto him, Lord, he hath ten pounds.)”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The bystanders object that the most fruitful servant already has ten pounds.
What Does Luke 19:25 Mean?
The protest is so natural that Luke records it in passing, almost in parentheses: Lord, he hath ten pounds. Ordinary fairness would spread the wealth toward the bottom, not add to the top.
The objection voices our instinct and sets up the answer of the king in the next verse. The kingdom does not run on equal shares of idle goods but on entrusted increase, and the master gives most where giving bears the most fruit.
Frequently Asked Questions About Luke 19:25
What does Luke 19:25 mean?
The bystanders object that the most fruitful servant already has ten pounds.