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<a href="/bsb/luke/17.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> When one of them saw that he was healed, he came back, praising God in a loud voice. <a href="/blb/luke/17.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And one of them, having seen that he was healed, turned back, glorifying God with a loud voice, <a href="/kjv/luke/17.htm">King James Bible</a> And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, and with a loud voice glorified God, <a href="/nkjv/luke/17.htm">New King James Version</a> And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, returned, and with a loud voice glorified God, <a href="/nasb_/luke/17.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Now one of them, when he saw that he had been healed, turned back, glorifying God with a loud voice, <a href="/nasb/luke/17.htm">NASB 1995</a> Now one of them, when he saw that he had been healed, turned back, glorifying God with a loud voice, <a href="/nasb77/luke/17.htm">NASB 1977 </a> Now one of them, when he saw that he had been healed, turned back, glorifying God with a loud voice, <a href="/lsb/luke/17.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Now one of them, when he saw that he had been healed, turned back, glorifying God with a loud voice, <a href="/amp/luke/17.htm">Amplified Bible</a> One of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, glorifying and praising and honoring God with a loud voice; <a href="/csb/luke/17.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> But one of them, seeing that he was healed, returned and, with a loud voice, gave glory to God. <a href="/hcsb/luke/17.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> But one of them, seeing that he was healed, returned and, with a loud voice, gave glory to God. <a href="/asv/luke/17.htm">American Standard Version</a> And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, with a loud voice glorifying God; <a href="/cev/luke/17.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> When one of them discovered that he was healed, he came back, shouting praises to God. <a href="/erv/luke/17.htm">English Revised Version</a> And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, with a loud voice glorifying God; <a href="/gwt/luke/17.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> When one of them saw that he was healed, he turned back and praised God in a loud voice. <a href="/gnt/luke/17.htm">Good News Translation</a> When one of them saw that he was healed, he came back, praising God in a loud voice. <a href="/isv/luke/17.htm">International Standard Version</a> But one of them, when he saw that he had been healed, came back and praised God with a loud voice. <a href="/msb/luke/17.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> When one of them saw that he was healed, he came back, praising God in a loud voice. <a href="/net/luke/17.htm">NET Bible</a> Then one of them, when he saw he was healed, turned back, praising God with a loud voice. <a href="/nheb/luke/17.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> One of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, glorifying God with a loud voice. <a href="/wbt/luke/17.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, and with a loud voice glorified God, <a href="/wey/luke/17.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> One of them, seeing that he was cured, came back, adoring and praising God in a loud voice, <a href="/web/luke/17.htm">World English Bible</a> One of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, glorifying God with a loud voice. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/luke/17.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and one of them having seen that he was healed turned back, glorifying God with a loud voice, <a href="/blb/luke/17.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And one of them, having seen that he was healed, turned back, glorifying God with a loud voice, <a href="/ylt/luke/17.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and one of them having seen that he was healed did turn back, with a loud voice glorifying God, <a href="/slt/luke/17.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And one of them, having seen that he was healed, turned back, with a great voice honouring God.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/luke/17.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And one of them, when he saw that he was made clean, went back, with a loud voice glorifying God. <a href="/cpdv/luke/17.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And one of them, when he saw that he was cleansed, returned, magnifying God with a loud voice. <a href="/nabre/luke/17.htm">New American Bible</a> And one of them, realizing he had been healed, returned, glorifying God in a loud voice; <a href="/nrsvce/luke/17.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Then one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, praising God with a loud voice.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/luke/17.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> But one of them, when he saw that he was cleansed, turned back, and with a loud voice praised God. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/luke/17.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> But one of them, when he saw that he was purified, he returned to him and he was praising God with a loud voice.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/luke/17.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> But, one of them, seeing that he was restored to health, turned back, and, with a loud voice, glorified God. <a href="/godbey/luke/17.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> and one of them, seeing that he was healed, returned, with a loud voice glorifying God, <a href="/haweis/luke/17.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Then one of them, seeing that he was cured, returned, and with a loud voice gave glory to God, <a href="/mace/luke/17.htm">Mace New Testament</a> one of them perceiving he was healed, turn'd back, praising God aloud. <a href="/wey/luke/17.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> One of them, seeing that he was cured, came back, adoring and praising God in a loud voice, <a href="/worrell/luke/17.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And one of them, seeing that he was cleansed, turned back, praising God with a loud voice, <a href="/worsley/luke/17.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And one of them, perceiving that he was healed, returned, with a loud voice glorifying God: <a href="/parallel/luke/17-15.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=6867" 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/17.htm">The Ten Lepers</a> …14When Jesus saw them, He said, “Go, show yourselves to the priests.” And as they were on their way, they were cleansed. 15<a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">When</a> <a href="/greek/1520.htm" title="1520: Heis (Adj-NMS) -- One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one.">one</a> <a href="/greek/1537.htm" title="1537: ex (Prep) -- From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out.">of</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autōn (PPro-GM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">them</a> <a href="/greek/3708.htm" title="3708: idōn (V-APA-NMS) -- Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear.">saw</a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.">that</a> <a href="/greek/2390.htm" title="2390: iathē (V-AIP-3S) -- To heal, generally of the physical, sometimes of spiritual, disease. Middle voice of apparently a primary verb; to cure.">he was healed,</a> <a href="/greek/5290.htm" title="5290: hypestrepsen (V-AIA-3S) -- To turn back, return. From hupo and strepho; to turn under, i.e. To return.">he came back,</a> <a href="/greek/1392.htm" title="1392: doxazōn (V-PPA-NMS) -- To glorify, honor, bestow glory on. From doxa; to render glorious.">praising</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theon (N-AMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">God</a> <a href="/greek/3326.htm" title="3326: meta (Prep) -- (a) gen: with, in company with, (b) acc: (1) behind, beyond, after, of place, (2) after, of time, with nouns, neut. of adjectives. ">in</a> <a href="/greek/3173.htm" title="3173: megalēs (Adj-GFS) -- Large, great, in the widest sense. ">a loud</a> <a href="/greek/5456.htm" title="5456: phōnēs (N-GFS) -- Probably akin to phaino through the idea of disclosure; a tone; by implication, an address, saying or language.">voice.</a> 16He fell facedown at Jesus’ feet in thanksgiving to Him—and he was a Samaritan.…<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/8-2.htm">Matthew 8:2-4</a> Suddenly a leper came and knelt before Him, saying, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” / Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” He said. “Be clean!” And immediately his leprosy was cleansed. / Then Jesus instructed him, “See that you don’t tell anyone. But go, show yourself to the priest and offer the gift prescribed by Moses, as a testimony to them.” <a href="/mark/1-40.htm">Mark 1:40-45</a> Then a leper came to Jesus, begging on his knees: “If You are willing, You can make me clean.” / Moved with compassion, Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” He said. “Be clean!” / And immediately the leprosy left him, and the man was cleansed. ... <a href="/luke/5-12.htm">Luke 5:12-16</a> While Jesus was in one of the towns, a man came along who was covered with leprosy. When he saw Jesus, he fell facedown and begged Him, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” / Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” He said. “Be clean!” And immediately the leprosy left him. / “Do not tell anyone,” Jesus instructed him. “But go, show yourself to the priest and present the offering Moses prescribed for your cleansing, as a testimony to them.” ... <a href="/john/4-46.htm">John 4:46-54</a> So once again He came to Cana in Galilee, where He had turned the water into wine. And there was a royal official whose son lay sick at Capernaum. / When he heard that Jesus had come from Judea to Galilee, he went and begged Him to come down and heal his son, who was about to die. / Jesus said to him, “Unless you people see signs and wonders, you will never believe.” ... <a href="/matthew/9-20.htm">Matthew 9:20-22</a> Suddenly a woman who had suffered from bleeding for twelve years came up behind Him and touched the fringe of His cloak. / She said to herself, “If only I touch His cloak, I will be healed.” / Jesus turned and saw her. “Take courage, daughter,” He said, “your faith has healed you.” And the woman was healed from that very hour. <a href="/mark/5-25.htm">Mark 5:25-34</a> And a woman was there who had suffered from bleeding for twelve years. / She had borne much agony under the care of many physicians and had spent all she had, but to no avail. Instead, her condition had only grown worse. / When the woman heard about Jesus, she came up through the crowd behind Him and touched His cloak. ... <a href="/luke/8-43.htm">Luke 8:43-48</a> including a woman who had suffered from bleeding for twelve years. She had spent all her money on physicians, but no one was able to heal her. / She came up behind Jesus and touched the fringe of His cloak, and immediately her bleeding stopped. / “Who touched Me?” Jesus asked. But they all denied it. “Master,” said Peter, “the people are crowding and pressing against You.” ... <a href="/john/9-1.htm">John 9:1-7</a> Now as Jesus was passing by, He saw a man blind from birth, / and His disciples asked Him, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?” / Jesus answered, “Neither this man nor his parents sinned, but this happened so that the works of God would be displayed in him. ... <a href="/matthew/15-30.htm">Matthew 15:30-31</a> Large crowds came to Him, bringing the lame, the blind, the crippled, the mute, and many others, and laid them at His feet, and He healed them. / The crowd was amazed when they saw the mute speaking, the crippled restored, the lame walking, and the blind seeing. And they glorified the God of Israel. <a href="/mark/7-31.htm">Mark 7:31-37</a> Then Jesus left the region of Tyre and went through Sidon to the Sea of Galilee and into the region of the Decapolis. / Some people brought to Him a man who was deaf and hardly able to speak, and they begged Jesus to place His hand on him. / So Jesus took him aside privately, away from the crowd, and put His fingers into the man’s ears. Then He spit and touched the man’s tongue. ... <a href="/luke/13-13.htm">Luke 13:13</a> Then He placed His hands on her, and immediately she straightened up and began to glorify God. <a href="/acts/3-8.htm">Acts 3:8-10</a> He sprang to his feet and began to walk. Then he went with them into the temple courts, walking and leaping and praising God. / When all the people saw him walking and praising God, / they recognized him as the man who used to sit begging at the Beautiful Gate of the temple, and they were filled with wonder and amazement at what had happened to him. <a href="/acts/14-8.htm">Acts 14:8-10</a> In Lystra there sat a man crippled in his feet, who was lame from birth and had never walked. / This man was listening to the words of Paul, who looked intently at him and saw that he had faith to be healed. / In a loud voice Paul called out, “Stand up on your feet!” And the man jumped up and began to walk. <a href="/2_kings/5-14.htm">2 Kings 5:14-15</a> So Naaman went down and dipped himself in the Jordan seven times, according to the word of the man of God, and his flesh was restored and became like that of a little child, and he was clean. / Then Naaman and all his attendants went back to the man of God, stood before him, and declared, “Now I know for sure that there is no God in all the earth except in Israel. So please accept a gift from your servant.” <a href="/psalms/30-11.htm">Psalm 30:11-12</a> You turned my mourning into dancing; You peeled off my sackcloth and clothed me with joy, / that my heart may sing Your praises and not be silent. O LORD my God, I will give thanks forever.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, and with a loud voice glorified God,<a href="/luke/17-17.htm">Luke 17:17,18</a> And Jesus answering said, Were there not ten cleansed? but where are the nine? … <a href="/2_chronicles/32-24.htm">2 Chronicles 32:24-26</a> In those days Hezekiah was sick to the death, and prayed unto the LORD: and he spake unto him, and he gave him a sign… <a href="/psalms/30-1.htm">Psalm 30:1,2,11,12</a> A Psalm and Song at the dedication of the house of David. I will extol thee, O LORD; for thou hast lifted me up, and hast not made my foes to rejoice over me… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/luke/17-14.htm">Clean</a> <a href="/luke/14-4.htm">Cured</a> <a href="/luke/13-13.htm">Glorified</a> <a href="/luke/13-13.htm">Glorifying</a> <a href="/luke/14-4.htm">Healed</a> <a href="/luke/8-28.htm">Loud</a> <a href="/luke/17-9.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/luke/2-20.htm">Praising</a> <a href="/luke/17-4.htm">Turn</a> <a href="/luke/15-10.htm">Turned</a> <a href="/luke/14-25.htm">Turning</a> <a href="/luke/17-13.htm">Voice</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/luke/17-17.htm">Clean</a> <a href="/luke/17-19.htm">Cured</a> <a href="/luke/23-47.htm">Glorified</a> <a href="/luke/18-43.htm">Glorifying</a> <a href="/luke/17-19.htm">Healed</a> <a href="/luke/18-38.htm">Loud</a> <a href="/luke/17-18.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/luke/18-43.htm">Praising</a> <a href="/luke/17-31.htm">Turn</a> <a href="/luke/19-7.htm">Turned</a> <a href="/luke/17-22.htm">Turning</a> <a href="/luke/18-38.htm">Voice</a><div class="vheading2">Luke 17</div>1. <a href="/luke/17-1.htm">Jesus teaches to avoid occasions of offense;</a> 3. <a href="/luke/17-3.htm">and to forgive one another.</a> 5. <a href="/luke/17-5.htm">The power of faith.</a> 6. <a href="/luke/17-6.htm">How we are bound to God.</a> 11. <a href="/luke/17-11.htm">Jesus heals ten lepers.</a> 22. <a href="/luke/17-22.htm">Of the kingdom of God, and the coming of the Son of Man.</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/17.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/17.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>When one of them saw that he was healed This phrase highlights the moment of realization and recognition of divine intervention. The healing of the ten lepers is a testament to Jesus' power and authority over physical ailments, which were often seen as a sign of sin or impurity in Jewish culture. Leprosy, in particular, rendered individuals ceremonially unclean, isolating them from society (Leviticus 13-14). The healing signifies not only physical restoration but also social and spiritual reintegration. This moment of awareness is crucial, as it marks the beginning of gratitude and acknowledgment of God's work.he came back The act of returning is significant, demonstrating a conscious decision to express gratitude. In the context of Jewish customs, the healed leper's return to Jesus instead of immediately going to the priest (as prescribed in <a href="/leviticus/14.htm">Leviticus 14</a>) underscores the recognition of Jesus as the true source of healing. This return can be seen as an act of faith, prioritizing thanksgiving over ritual compliance. It also reflects the broader theme of repentance and turning back to God, a central message in the teachings of Jesus.praising God in a loud voice The loud voice signifies the intensity and sincerity of the man's gratitude. Publicly praising God was a common practice in Jewish worship, often seen in the Psalms (e.g., <a href="/psalms/100.htm">Psalm 100:1-2</a>). This act of vocal praise not only acknowledges God's power but also serves as a testimony to others. The healed man's response contrasts with the silence of the other nine, highlighting the importance of giving glory to God for His works. This phrase also connects to the broader biblical theme of worship and thanksgiving as essential responses to God's grace and mercy.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a> The central figure in this passage, Jesus is the one who heals the ten lepers. His actions demonstrate His divine authority and compassion. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_ten_lepers.htm">The Ten Lepers</a> A group of men suffering from leprosy, a debilitating and socially isolating disease. They call out to Jesus for mercy and are healed as they go to show themselves to the priests. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_one_leper_who_returned.htm">The One Leper Who Returned</a> This man, a Samaritan, is the only one who returns to thank Jesus, highlighting themes of gratitude and faith. 4. <a href="/topical/s/samaria_and_galilee.htm">Samaria and Galilee</a> The regions where this event takes place, significant for their mixed populations and historical tensions between Jews and Samaritans. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_priests.htm">The Priests</a> Although not directly mentioned in this verse, they are part of the context as the lepers were instructed to show themselves to the priests as part of the cleansing process according to Jewish law.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/g/gratitude_as_a_response_to_god's_mercy.htm">Gratitude as a Response to God's Mercy</a> The leper's return to thank Jesus highlights the importance of gratitude. We should always remember to thank God for His blessings and mercies in our lives. <a href="/topical/f/faith_and_obedience.htm">Faith and Obedience</a> The lepers were healed as they obeyed Jesus' command to go to the priests. This teaches us that faith often requires action and obedience. <a href="/topical/b/breaking_social_barriers.htm">Breaking Social Barriers</a> The Samaritan leper's return to Jesus shows that God's grace transcends social and ethnic boundaries. We are called to love and accept all people, regardless of their background. <a href="/topical/r/recognizing_jesus'_divinity.htm">Recognizing Jesus' Divinity</a> By returning to praise God, the leper acknowledges Jesus' divine power. We should recognize and proclaim Jesus' lordship in our lives. <a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_public_praise.htm">The Power of Public Praise</a> The leper praised God in a loud voice, demonstrating the power and importance of public testimony. Sharing our testimonies can encourage others and glorify God.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_luke_17.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Luke 17</a> <a href="/q/why_did_one_leper_thank_jesus.htm">Why did only one healed leper return to thank Jesus?</a> <a href="/q/how_does_faith_help_endure_suffering.htm">How can we express gratitude and praise to God?</a> <a href="/q/how_to_thank_and_praise_god.htm">How can we express gratitude and praise to God?</a> <a href="/q/evidence_for_ten_lepers'_healing.htm">What historical or medical evidence supports the ten lepers' instantaneous healing (Luke 17:11-19)?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/luke/17.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(15) Turned back, and with a loud voice.--The words imply that the work of healing was not accomplished till the company of lepers were at least out of sight. <a href="/commentaries/luke/17-15.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>When δὲ (de) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> A primary particle; but, and, etc. one Εἷς (Heis) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1520.htm">Strong's 1520: </a> One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one. of ἐξ (ex) 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. them αὐτῶν (autōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. saw ἰδὼν (idōn) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3708.htm">Strong's 3708: </a> Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear. that ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_3754.htm">Strong's 3754: </a> Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. he was healed, ἰάθη (iathē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2390.htm">Strong's 2390: </a> To heal, generally of the physical, sometimes of spiritual, disease. Middle voice of apparently a primary verb; to cure. he came back, ὑπέστρεψεν (hypestrepsen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5290.htm">Strong's 5290: </a> To turn back, return. From hupo and strepho; to turn under, i.e. To return. praising δοξάζων (doxazōn) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1392.htm">Strong's 1392: </a> To glorify, honor, bestow glory on. From doxa; to render glorious. God Θεόν (Theon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. in μετὰ (meta) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_3326.htm">Strong's 3326: </a> (a) gen: with, in company with, (b) acc: (1) behind, beyond, after, of place, (2) after, of time, with nouns, neut. of adjectives. a loud μεγάλης (megalēs) Adjective - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3173.htm">Strong's 3173: </a> Large, great, in the widest sense. voice. φωνῆς (phōnēs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5456.htm">Strong's 5456: </a> Probably akin to phaino through the idea of disclosure; a tone; by implication, an address, saying or language. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/luke/17-15.htm">Luke 17:15 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/luke/17-15.htm">Luke 17:15 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/luke/17-15.htm">Luke 17:15 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/luke/17-15.htm">Luke 17:15 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/luke/17-15.htm">Luke 17:15 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/luke/17-15.htm">Luke 17:15 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/luke/17-15.htm">Luke 17:15 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/luke/17-15.htm">Luke 17:15 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/luke/17-15.htm">Luke 17:15 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/luke/17-15.htm">Luke 17:15 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/luke/17-15.htm">NT Gospels: Luke 17:15 One of them when he saw that (Luke Lu Lk) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/luke/17-14.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Luke 17:14"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Luke 17:14" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/luke/17-16.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Luke 17:16"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Luke 17:16" /></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>