Luke 9:27 Meaning and Explanation
“But I tell you of a truth, there be some standing here, which shall not taste of death, till they see the kingdom of God.”
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Read Full Chapter →Jesus solemnly promises that some standing there will not taste death before they see the kingdom of God.
What Does Luke 9:27 Mean?
Jesus closes this teaching with a solemn assurance: some standing here shall not taste of death till they see the kingdom of God. Luke sets the promise eight days before the mountain of transfiguration, where Peter, John, and James will see the King in his glory with their own waking eyes.
The word steadies disciples who have just heard about crosses and shame: the kingdom they will suffer for is real, near, and will be seen. God gives glimpses of glory to strengthen his people for the long road, a taste before the feast, sight before the fullness. Whoever follows the crucified Lord may trust that the kingdom is no rumor; it has drawn near in Christ, and eyes of faith begin to see it even now.
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What does Luke 9:27 mean?
Jesus solemnly promises that some standing there will not taste death before they see the kingdom of God.