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class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><a href="/niv/luke/16.htm">New International Version</a> I know what I&#8217ll do so that, when I lose my job here, people will welcome me into their houses.&#8217 <a href="/nlt/luke/16.htm">New Living Translation</a> Ah, I know how to ensure that I’ll have plenty of friends who will give me a home when I am fired.’ <a href="/esv/luke/16.htm">English Standard Version</a> I have decided what to do, so that when I am removed from management, people may receive me into their houses.’ <a href="/bsb/luke/16.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> I know what I will do so that after my removal from management, people will welcome me into their homes.’ <a href="/blb/luke/16.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> I know what I will do, so that when I shall have been removed from the management, they might receive me into their homes.' <a href="/kjv/luke/16.htm">King James Bible</a> I am resolved what to do, that, when I am put out of the stewardship, they may receive me into their houses. <a href="/nkjv/luke/16.htm">New King James Version</a> I have resolved what to do, that when I am put out of the stewardship, they may receive me into their houses.’ <a href="/nasb_/luke/16.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> I know what I will do, so that when I am removed from the management people will welcome me into their homes.’ <a href="/nasb/luke/16.htm">NASB 1995</a> &#8216I know what I shall do, so that when I am removed from the management people will welcome me into their homes.&#8217 <a href="/nasb77/luke/16.htm">NASB 1977 </a> ‘I know what I shall do, so that when I am removed from the stewardship, they will receive me into their homes.’ <a href="/lsb/luke/16.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> I know what I shall do, so that when I am removed from the stewardship people will take me into their homes.’ <a href="/amp/luke/16.htm">Amplified Bible</a> I know what I will do, so that when I am removed from the management, people [who are my master’s debtors] will welcome me into their homes.’ <a href="/csb/luke/16.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> I know what I’ll do so that when I’m removed from management, people will welcome me into their homes.’ <a href="/hcsb/luke/16.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> I know what I&#8217ll do so that when I&#8217m removed from management, people will welcome me into their homes.&#8217 <a href="/asv/luke/16.htm">American Standard Version</a> I am resolved what to do, that, when I am put out of the stewardship, they may receive me into their houses. <a href="/cev/luke/16.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> I know what I'll do, so that people will welcome me into their homes after I've lost my job." <a href="/erv/luke/16.htm">English Revised Version</a> I am resolved what to do, that, when I am put out of the stewardship, they may receive me into their houses. <a href="/gwt/luke/16.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> I know what I'll do so that people will welcome me into their homes when I've lost my job.' <a href="/gnt/luke/16.htm">Good News Translation</a> Now I know what I will do! Then when my job is gone, I shall have friends who will welcome me in their homes.' <a href="/isv/luke/16.htm">International Standard Version</a> I know what I'll do so that people will welcome me into their homes when I'm dismissed from my job.' <a href="/msb/luke/16.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> I know what I will do so that after my removal from management, people will welcome me into their homes.? <a href="/net/luke/16.htm">NET Bible</a> I know what to do so that when I am put out of management, people will welcome me into their homes.' <a href="/nheb/luke/16.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> I know what I will do, so that when I am removed from management, they may receive me into their houses.' <a href="/wbt/luke/16.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> I am resolved what to do, that when I am removed from the stewardship, they may receive me into their houses. <a href="/wey/luke/16.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> I see what to do, in order that when I am discharged from the stewardship they may give me a home in their own houses.' <a href="/web/luke/16.htm">World English Bible</a> I know what I will do, so that when I am removed from management, they may receive me into their houses.’ <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/luke/16.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> I have known what I will do, that, when I may be removed from the stewardship, they may receive me to their houses. <a href="/blb/luke/16.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> I know what I will do, so that when I shall have been removed from the management, they might receive me into their homes.' <a href="/ylt/luke/16.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> I have known what I shall do, that, when I may be removed from the stewardship, they may receive me to their houses. <a href="/slt/luke/16.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> I have resolved what I will do, that, when I should be removed from the stewardship, they might receive me in their houses.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/luke/16.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> I know what I will do, that when I shall be removed from the stewardship, they may receive me into their houses. <a href="/cpdv/luke/16.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> I know what I will do so that, when I have been removed from the stewardship, they may receive me into their houses.’ <a href="/nabre/luke/16.htm">New American Bible</a> I know what I shall do so that, when I am removed from the stewardship, they may welcome me into their homes.’ <a href="/nrsvce/luke/16.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> I have decided what to do so that, when I am dismissed as manager, people may welcome me into their homes.’<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/luke/16.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Now I know what I will do, so that when I leave the stewardship, they will receive me in their houses. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/luke/16.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> “I know what I shall do, that when I am put out from the stewardship, they may receive me into their houses.”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/luke/16.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> I am resolved on what I shall do, that, when I am put out of the stewardship, I may be received into their houses.<CM> <a href="/godbey/luke/16.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> <FR>I know what I shall do, in order that when I am deposed from the stewardship, they may receive me into their houses.<Fr> <a href="/haweis/luke/16.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> I know what I will do, that, when I am removed from the stewardship, they may entertain me at their houses. <a href="/mace/luke/16.htm">Mace New Testament</a> I must do something that will secure me a reception in other families, when I have lost my place in this. <a href="/wey/luke/16.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> I see what to do, in order that when I am discharged from the stewardship they may give me a home in their own houses.' <a href="/worrell/luke/16.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> <FR>I resolved what to do; that, when I am removed from the stewardship, they may receive me into their houses.'<Fr> <a href="/worsley/luke/16.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> <FR>I know what I will do, that when I am turned out of my place, they may receive me into their houses.<Fr> <a href="/parallel/luke/16-4.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/3-5_0Jtd9Lc?start=6461" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/luke/16.htm">The Parable of the Shrewd Manager</a> …3The manager said to himself, ‘What shall I do, now that my master is taking away my position? I am too weak to dig and too ashamed to beg. 4<a href="/greek/1097.htm" title="1097: egnōn (V-AIA-1S) -- A prolonged form of a primary verb; to know in a great variety of applications and with many implications.">I know</a> <a href="/greek/5101.htm" title="5101: ti (IPro-ANS) -- Who, which, what, why. Probably emphatic of tis; an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what.">what</a> <a href="/greek/4160.htm" title="4160: poiēsō (V-ASA-1S) -- (a) I make, manufacture, construct, (b) I do, act, cause. Apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do.">I will do,</a> <a href="/greek/2443.htm" title="2443: hina (Conj) -- In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.">so that</a> <a href="/greek/3752.htm" title="3752: hotan (Conj) -- When, whenever. From hote and an; whenever; also causatively inasmuch as.">after</a> <a href="/greek/3179.htm" title="3179: metastathō (V-ASP-1S) -- Methistano meth-is-tan'-o from meta and histemi; to transfer, i.e. Carry away, depose or exchange, seduce.">my removal</a> <a href="/greek/1537.htm" title="1537: ek (Prep) -- From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out.">from</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēs (Art-GFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3622.htm" title="3622: oikonomias (N-GFS) -- Management of household affairs, stewardship, administration. From oikonomos; administration; specially, a economy.">management,</a> <a href="/greek/1209.htm" title="1209: dexōntai (V-ASM-3P) -- To take, receive, accept, welcome. Middle voice of a primary verb; to receive.">people will welcome</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: me (PPro-A1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">me</a> <a href="/greek/1519.htm" title="1519: eis (Prep) -- A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.">into</a> <a href="/greek/1438.htm" title="1438: heautōn (RefPro-GM3P) -- Himself, herself, itself. ">their</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tous (Art-AMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3624.htm" title="3624: oikous (N-AMP) -- A dwelling; by implication, a family.">homes.’</a> 5And he called in each one of his master’s debtors. ‘How much do you owe my master?’ he asked the first.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/matthew/25-21.htm">Matthew 25:21</a> His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!’ <a href="/matthew/6-19.htm">Matthew 6:19-21</a> Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. / But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. / For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. <a href="/proverbs/19-17.htm">Proverbs 19:17</a> Kindness to the poor is a loan to the LORD, and He will repay the lender. <a href="/1_timothy/6-17.htm">1 Timothy 6:17-19</a> Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be conceited and not to put their hope in the uncertainty of wealth, but in God, who richly provides all things for us to enjoy. / Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, and to be generous and ready to share, / treasuring up for themselves a firm foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life. <a href="/james/2-15.htm">James 2:15-16</a> Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. / If one of you tells him, “Go in peace; stay warm and well fed,” but does not provide for his physical needs, what good is that? <a href="/galatians/6-9.htm">Galatians 6:9-10</a> Let us not grow weary in well-doing, for in due time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. / Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to the family of faith. <a href="/2_corinthians/9-6.htm">2 Corinthians 9:6-7</a> Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. / Each one should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not out of regret or compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver. <a href="/matthew/10-42.htm">Matthew 10:42</a> And if anyone gives even a cup of cold water to one of these little ones because he is My disciple, truly I tell you, he will never lose his reward.” <a href="/proverbs/11-24.htm">Proverbs 11:24-25</a> One gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds what is right, only to become poor. / A generous soul will prosper, and he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed. <a href="/luke/12-33.htm">Luke 12:33-34</a> Sell your possessions and give to the poor. Provide yourselves with purses that will not wear out, an inexhaustible treasure in heaven, where no thief approaches and no moth destroys. / For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. <a href="/ecclesiastes/11-1.htm">Ecclesiastes 11:1-2</a> Cast your bread upon the waters, for after many days you will find it again. / Divide your portion among seven, or even eight, for you do not know what disaster may befall the land. <a href="/acts/20-35.htm">Acts 20:35</a> In everything, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words of the Lord Jesus Himself: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’” <a href="/1_john/3-17.htm">1 John 3:17-18</a> If anyone with earthly possessions sees his brother in need, but withholds his compassion from him, how can the love of God abide in him? / Little children, let us love not in word and speech, but in action and truth. <a href="/philippians/4-17.htm">Philippians 4:17</a> Not that I am seeking a gift, but I am looking for the fruit that may be credited to your account. <a href="/hebrews/13-16.htm">Hebrews 13:16</a> And do not neglect to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>I am resolved what to do, that, when I am put out of the stewardship, they may receive me into their houses.<a href="/proverbs/30-9.htm">Proverbs 30:9</a> Lest I be full, and deny thee, and say, Who is the LORD? or lest I be poor, and steal, and take the name of my God in vain.<a href="/jeremiah/4-22.htm">Jeremiah 4:22</a> For my people is foolish, they have not known me; they are sottish children, and they have none understanding: they are wise to do evil, but to do good they have no knowledge.<a href="/james/3-15.htm">James 3:15</a> This wisdom descendeth not from above, but is earthly, sensual, devilish.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/matthew/27-7.htm">Decided</a> <a href="/luke/11-32.htm">Decision</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/8-8.htm">Discharged</a> <a href="/luke/15-30.htm">Home</a> <a href="/mark/10-30.htm">Homes</a> <a href="/luke/7-25.htm">Houses</a> <a href="/luke/12-19.htm">I'll</a> <a href="/luke/16-3.htm">Job</a> <a href="/luke/15-8.htm">Lose</a> <a href="/luke/16-3.htm">Management</a> <a href="/luke/14-29.htm">Order</a> <a href="/luke/16-3.htm">Position</a> <a href="/luke/15-27.htm">Receive</a> <a href="/luke/15-27.htm">Received</a> <a href="/mark/11-23.htm">Removed</a> <a href="/matthew/1-19.htm">Resolved</a> <a href="/luke/16-3.htm">Stewardship</a> <a href="/luke/15-2.htm">Welcome</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/luke/23-24.htm">Decided</a> <a href="/luke/22-59.htm">Decision</a> <a href="/acts/12-25.htm">Discharged</a> <a href="/luke/18-14.htm">Home</a> <a href="/luke/18-28.htm">Homes</a> <a href="/luke/20-47.htm">Houses</a> <a href="/genesis/13-9.htm">I'll</a> <a href="/james/5-11.htm">Job</a> <a href="/luke/18-1.htm">Lose</a> <a href="/matthew/24-47.htm">Management</a> <a href="/luke/16-26.htm">Order</a> <a href="/luke/16-15.htm">Position</a> <a href="/luke/16-9.htm">Receive</a> <a href="/luke/16-9.htm">Received</a> <a href="/john/11-41.htm">Removed</a> <a href="/acts/19-21.htm">Resolved</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/9-17.htm">Stewardship</a> <a href="/luke/16-9.htm">Welcome</a><div class="vheading2">Luke 16</div>1. <a href="/luke/16-1.htm">The parable of the unjust steward.</a> 14. <a href="/luke/16-14.htm">Jesus reproves the hypocrisy of the covetous Pharisees.</a> 19. <a href="/luke/16-19.htm">The parable of the rich man and Lazarus the beggar.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/luke/16.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/luke/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/luke/16.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>I know what I will do This phrase reflects a moment of realization and decision-making. In the context of the parable of the shrewd manager, it highlights the manager's cunning and resourcefulness. The manager's self-awareness and quick thinking are emphasized, which can be seen as a call for believers to be wise and discerning in their own lives. This moment of clarity is crucial, as it sets the stage for the actions that follow.so that after my removal from management The manager anticipates his dismissal, which reflects the precarious nature of employment and social status in the ancient world. This phrase underscores the theme of accountability and the consequences of mismanagement. It also serves as a reminder of the transient nature of earthly positions and possessions, echoing biblical teachings on stewardship and the importance of being faithful with what one has been given (<a href="/luke/16-10.htm">Luke 16:10-12</a>).people will welcome me into their homes. This phrase indicates the manager's plan to secure his future by ensuring he has a place in the community after losing his job. It highlights the cultural importance of hospitality and social networks in the ancient Near East. The manager's strategy involves creating goodwill and securing relationships, which can be seen as a metaphor for the eternal relationships and treasures that believers are encouraged to cultivate (<a href="/matthew/6-19.htm">Matthew 6:19-21</a>). This also reflects the broader biblical theme of using worldly resources to invest in eternal outcomes.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/t/the_unjust_steward.htm">The Unjust Steward</a> A manager accused of wasting his master's possessions, facing imminent dismissal. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_rich_master.htm">The Rich Master</a> The owner of the estate who calls the steward to account for his mismanagement. 3. <a href="/topical/d/debtors.htm">Debtors</a> Individuals who owe the master and are approached by the steward to reduce their debts. 4. <a href="/topical/h/homes.htm">Homes</a> Symbolic of future security and relationships the steward seeks to secure through his actions. 5. <a href="/topical/d/dismissal.htm">Dismissal</a> The impending event that prompts the steward to act shrewdly to secure his future.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/s/shrewdness_in_stewardship.htm">Shrewdness in Stewardship</a> The steward's actions, though dishonest, demonstrate the importance of being wise and strategic in managing resources. <a href="/topical/p/planning_for_the_future.htm">Planning for the Future</a> Believers are encouraged to think ahead and make decisions that align with eternal values, not just immediate gains. <a href="/topical/a/accountability.htm">Accountability</a> Just as the steward was called to account, Christians are reminded of their accountability to God for their actions and management of His resources. <a href="/topical/b/building_relationships.htm">Building Relationships</a> The steward's focus on securing relationships for future security underscores the value of investing in relationships that honor God. <a href="/topical/r/repentance_and_change.htm">Repentance and Change</a> The steward's realization and subsequent action can inspire believers to recognize their shortcomings and make necessary changes.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_luke_16.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Luke 16</a> <a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_money.htm">What guidance does the Bible offer on money management?</a> <a href="/q/how_does_the_steward_secure_his_future.htm">How does the unjust steward secure his future?</a> <a href="/q/key_teachings_events_in_luke.htm">What are the key teachings and events in Luke?</a> <a href="/q/who_were_the_bible's_chief_priests.htm">Who were the chief priests in the Bible?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/luke/16.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(4) I am resolved what to do.--More literally, I know, or even, I knew, as of a man to whom a plan occurs suddenly. The dramatic abruptness of the parable leaves us uncertain who "they" are that are to "receive" him. The context that follows immediately supplies the deficiency. What answers to this, in the interpretation, is the moment when a Church or party or an individual teacher, halts between two policies--one that of striving after righteousness, and the other of secular expediency--and makes up its mind to adopt that which promises the most immediate and most profitable results.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/luke/16.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 4. - I am resolved what to do. The first part of the parable teaches, then, this great and all-important lesson to men - that they will do well to provide against the day of dismissal from life. The second part points out very vividly how kindness, charity, beneficence, towards those poorer, weaker, more helpless than ourselves is one way, and that a very sure and direct way, cf. so providing against the inevitable dissmission, or death. <a href="/commentaries/luke/16-4.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>I know ἔγνων (egnōn) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1097.htm">Strong's 1097: </a> A prolonged form of a primary verb; to 'know' in a great variety of applications and with many implications. what τί (ti) Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5101.htm">Strong's 5101: </a> Who, which, what, why. Probably emphatic of tis; an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what. I will do, ποιήσω (poiēsō) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4160.htm">Strong's 4160: </a> (a) I make, manufacture, construct, (b) I do, act, cause. Apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do. so that ἵνα (hina) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2443.htm">Strong's 2443: </a> In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that. after ὅταν (hotan) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_3752.htm">Strong's 3752: </a> When, whenever. From hote and an; whenever; also causatively inasmuch as. my removal μετασταθῶ (metastathō) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Passive - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3179.htm">Strong's 3179: </a> Methistano meth-is-tan'-o from meta and histemi; to transfer, i.e. Carry away, depose or exchange, seduce. from ἐκ (ek) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1537.htm">Strong's 1537: </a> From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out. management, οἰκονομίας (oikonomias) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3622.htm">Strong's 3622: </a> Management of household affairs, stewardship, administration. From oikonomos; administration; specially, a 'economy'. [people] will welcome δέξωνταί (dexōntai) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Middle - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1209.htm">Strong's 1209: </a> To take, receive, accept, welcome. Middle voice of a primary verb; to receive. me με (me) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. into εἰς (eis) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1519.htm">Strong's 1519: </a> A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. their ἑαυτῶν (heautōn) Reflexive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1438.htm">Strong's 1438: </a> Himself, herself, itself. homes...’ οἴκους (oikous) Noun - Accusative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3624.htm">Strong's 3624: </a> A dwelling; by implication, a family. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/luke/16-4.htm">Luke 16:4 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/luke/16-4.htm">Luke 16:4 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/luke/16-4.htm">Luke 16:4 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/luke/16-4.htm">Luke 16:4 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/luke/16-4.htm">Luke 16:4 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/luke/16-4.htm">Luke 16:4 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/luke/16-4.htm">Luke 16:4 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/luke/16-4.htm">Luke 16:4 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/luke/16-4.htm">Luke 16:4 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/luke/16-4.htm">Luke 16:4 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/luke/16-4.htm">NT Gospels: Luke 16:4 I know what I will do so (Luke Lu Lk) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/luke/16-3.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Luke 16:3"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Luke 16:3" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/luke/16-5.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Luke 16:5"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Luke 16:5" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>