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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/19.htm">New International Version</a> He said: &#8220A man of noble birth went to a distant country to have himself appointed king and then to return. <a href="/nlt/luke/19.htm">New Living Translation</a> He said, “A nobleman was called away to a distant empire to be crowned king and then return. <a href="/esv/luke/19.htm">English Standard Version</a> He said therefore, “A nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom and then return. <a href="/bsb/luke/19.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> So He said, “A man of noble birth went to a distant country to lay claim to his kingship and then return. <a href="/blb/luke/19.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Therefore He said, "A certain man of noble birth proceeded to a distant country, to receive for himself a kingdom and to return. <a href="/kjv/luke/19.htm">King James Bible</a> He said therefore, A certain nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return. <a href="/nkjv/luke/19.htm">New King James Version</a> Therefore He said: “A certain nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom and to return. <a href="/nasb_/luke/19.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> So He said, “A nobleman went to a distant country to receive a kingdom for himself, and then to return. <a href="/nasb/luke/19.htm">NASB 1995</a> So He said, &#8220A nobleman went to a distant country to receive a kingdom for himself, and then return. <a href="/nasb77/luke/19.htm">NASB 1977 </a> He said therefore, “A certain nobleman went to a distant country to receive a kingdom for himself, and then return. <a href="/lsb/luke/19.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> So He said, “A nobleman went to a distant country to receive a kingdom for himself, and then return. <a href="/amp/luke/19.htm">Amplified Bible</a> So He said, “A nobleman went to a distant country to obtain for himself a kingdom, and [then] to return. <a href="/csb/luke/19.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Therefore he said, “A nobleman traveled to a far country to receive for himself authority to be king and then to return. <a href="/hcsb/luke/19.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Therefore He said: &#8220A nobleman traveled to a far country to receive for himself authority to be king and then return. <a href="/asv/luke/19.htm">American Standard Version</a> He said therefore, A certain nobleman went into a far country, to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return. <a href="/cev/luke/19.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> and Jesus told them this story: A prince once went to a foreign country to be crowned king and then to return. <a href="/erv/luke/19.htm">English Revised Version</a> He said therefore, A certain nobleman went into a far country, to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return. <a href="/gwt/luke/19.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> He said, "A prince went to a distant country to be appointed king, and then he returned. <a href="/gnt/luke/19.htm">Good News Translation</a> So he said, "There was once a man of high rank who was going to a country far away to be made king, after which he planned to come back home. <a href="/isv/luke/19.htm">International Standard Version</a> So he said, "A prince went to a distant country to be appointed king and then to return. <a href="/msb/luke/19.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> So He said, ?A man of noble birth went to a distant country to lay claim to his kingship and then return. <a href="/net/luke/19.htm">NET Bible</a> Therefore he said, "A nobleman went to a distant country to receive for himself a kingdom and then return. <a href="/nheb/luke/19.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> He said therefore, "A certain nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return. <a href="/wbt/luke/19.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> He said therefore, A certain nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return. <a href="/wey/luke/19.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> So He said to them, "A man of noble family travelled to a distant country to obtain the rank of king, and to return. <a href="/web/luke/19.htm">World English Bible</a> He said therefore, “A certain nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom and to return. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/luke/19.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> He therefore said, “A certain man of birth went on to a far country, to take to himself a kingdom, and to return, <a href="/blb/luke/19.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Therefore He said, "A certain man of noble birth proceeded to a distant country, to receive for himself a kingdom and to return. <a href="/ylt/luke/19.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> He said therefore, 'A certain man of birth went on to a far country, to take to himself a kingdom, and to return, <a href="/slt/luke/19.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Then he said, A certain honourable man went into a country far off to take unto himself a kingdom, and to return.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/luke/19.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> He said therefore: A certain nobleman went into a far country, to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return. <a href="/cpdv/luke/19.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Therefore, he said: “A certain man of nobility traveled to a far away region, to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return. <a href="/nabre/luke/19.htm">New American Bible</a> So he said, “A nobleman went off to a distant country to obtain the kingship for himself and then to return. <a href="/nrsvce/luke/19.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> So he said, “A nobleman went to a distant country to get royal power for himself and then return.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/luke/19.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And he said, A great man of a noble family went to a far country to receive for himself a kingdom, and return. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/luke/19.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And he said, “A certain man, a son of great descent, went to a distant region to receive a Kingdom and to return.”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/luke/19.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> He said, therefore: A certain nobleman went into a distant country to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return. <a href="/godbey/luke/19.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> Then He said, <FR>A certain nobleman went to a far country, to receive for himself a kingdom, and return.<Fr> <a href="/haweis/luke/19.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> He said therefore, A certain man of noble family went into a distant region, to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return. <a href="/mace/luke/19.htm">Mace New Testament</a> a nobleman, said he, was going to travel to a foreign country, in order to have his kingdom confirm'd to him at his return. <a href="/wey/luke/19.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> So He said to them, "A man of noble family travelled to a distant country to obtain the rank of king, and to return. <a href="/worrell/luke/19.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> He said, therefore, <FR>"A certain nobleman went into a far country, to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return.<Fr> <a href="/worsley/luke/19.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> He said therefore, <FR>A certain nobleman went into a distant country to receive <Fr>the investiture<FR> of a kingdom and <Fr>then<FR> to return.<Fr> <a href="/parallel/luke/19-12.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=7505" 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/19.htm">The Parable of the Ten Minas</a> 11While the people were listening to this, Jesus proceeded to tell them a parable, because He was near Jerusalem and they thought the kingdom of God would appear imminently. 12<a href="/greek/3767.htm" title="3767: oun (Conj) -- Therefore, then. Apparently a primary word; certainly, or accordingly.">So</a> <a href="/greek/2036.htm" title="2036: eipen (V-AIA-3S) -- Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.">He said,</a> <a href="/greek/5100.htm" title="5100: tis (IPro-NMS) -- Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. An enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object.">“A</a> <a href="/greek/444.htm" title="444: Anthrōpos (N-NMS) -- A man, one of the human race. From aner and ops; man-faced, i.e. A human being.">man</a> <a href="/greek/2104.htm" title="2104: eugenēs (Adj-NMS) -- (a) of noble birth, of high birth, (b) noble in nature. From eu and ginomai; well born, i.e. high in rank, or generous.">of noble birth</a> <a href="/greek/4198.htm" title="4198: eporeuthē (V-AIP-3S) -- To travel, journey, go, die. ">went</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.">to</a> <a href="/greek/3112.htm" title="3112: makran (Adj-AFS) -- At a distance, far away, remote, alien. Feminine accusative case singular of makros; at a distance.">a distant</a> <a href="/greek/5561.htm" title="5561: chōran (N-AFS) -- Feminine of a derivative of the base of chasma through the idea of empty expanse; room, i.e. A space of territory.">country</a> <a href="/greek/2983.htm" title="2983: labein (V-ANA) -- (a) I receive, get, (b) I take, lay hold of. ">to lay claim</a> <a href="/greek/1438.htm" title="1438: heautō (RefPro-DM3S) -- Himself, herself, itself. ">to his</a> <a href="/greek/932.htm" title="932: basileian (N-AFS) -- From basileus; properly, royalty, i.e. rule, or a realm.">kingship</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and then</a> <a href="/greek/5290.htm" title="5290: hypostrepsai (V-ANA) -- To turn back, return. From hupo and strepho; to turn under, i.e. To return.">return.</a> 13Beforehand, he called ten of his servants and gave them ten minas. ‘Conduct business with this until I return,’ he said.…<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/25-14.htm">Matthew 25:14-30</a> For it is just like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted them with his possessions. / To one he gave five talents, to another two talents, and to another one talent—each according to his own ability. And he went on his journey. / The servant who had received the five talents went at once and put them to work and gained five more. ... <a href="/mark/13-34.htm">Mark 13:34</a> It is like a man going on a journey who left his house, put each servant in charge of his own task, and instructed the doorkeeper to keep watch. <a href="/matthew/21-33.htm">Matthew 21:33-41</a> Listen to another parable: There was a landowner who planted a vineyard. He put a wall around it, dug a winepress in it, and built a tower. Then he rented it out to some tenants and went away on a journey. / When the harvest time drew near, he sent his servants to the tenants to collect his share of the fruit. / But the tenants seized his servants. They beat one, killed another, and stoned a third. ... <a href="/john/15-16.htm">John 15:16</a> You did not choose Me, but I chose you. And I appointed you to go and bear fruit—fruit that will remain—so that whatever you ask the Father in My name, He will give you. <a href="/matthew/13-11.htm">Matthew 13:11-12</a> He replied, “The knowledge of the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven has been given to you, but not to them. / Whoever has will be given more, and he will have an abundance. Whoever does not have, even what he has will be taken away from him. <a href="/matthew/24-45.htm">Matthew 24:45-47</a> Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom the master has put in charge of his household, to give the others their food at the proper time? / Blessed is that servant whose master finds him doing so when he returns. / Truly I tell you, he will put him in charge of all his possessions. <a href="/luke/12-42.htm">Luke 12:42-44</a> And the Lord answered, “Who then is the faithful and wise manager, whom the master puts in charge of his servants to give them their portion at the proper time? / Blessed is that servant whose master finds him doing so when he returns. / Truly I tell you, he will put him in charge of all his possessions. <a href="/acts/1-6.htm">Acts 1:6-7</a> So when they came together, they asked Him, “Lord, will You at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?” / Jesus replied, “It is not for you to know times or seasons that the Father has fixed by His own authority. <a href="/1_corinthians/4-2.htm">1 Corinthians 4:2</a> Now it is required of stewards that they be found faithful. <a href="/romans/14-10.htm">Romans 14:10-12</a> Why, then, do you judge your brother? Or why do you belittle your brother? For we will all stand before God’s judgment seat. / It is written: “As surely as I live, says the Lord, every knee will bow before Me; every tongue will confess to God.” / So then, each of us will give an account of himself to God. <a href="/daniel/7-13.htm">Daniel 7:13-14</a> In my vision in the night I continued to watch, and I saw One like the Son of Man coming with the clouds of heaven. He approached the Ancient of Days and was led into His presence. / And He was given dominion, glory, and kingship, that the people of every nation and language should serve Him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and His kingdom is one that will never be destroyed. <a href="/isaiah/9-6.htm">Isaiah 9:6-7</a> For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. / Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this. <a href="/psalms/2-6.htm">Psalm 2:6-8</a> “I have installed My King on Zion, upon My holy mountain.” / I will proclaim the decree spoken to Me by the LORD: “You are My Son; today I have become Your Father. / Ask Me, and I will make the nations Your inheritance, the ends of the earth Your possession. <a href="/genesis/49-10.htm">Genesis 49:10</a> The scepter will not depart from Judah, nor the staff from between his feet, until Shiloh comes and the allegiance of the nations is his. <a href="/zechariah/9-9.htm">Zechariah 9:9-10</a> Rejoice greatly, O Daughter of Zion! Shout in triumph, O Daughter of Jerusalem! See, your King comes to you, righteous and victorious, humble and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey. / And I will cut off the chariot from Ephraim and the horse from Jerusalem, and the bow of war will be broken. Then He will proclaim peace to the nations. His dominion will extend from sea to sea, and from the Euphrates to the ends of the earth.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>He said therefore, A certain nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return.A certain.<a href="/matthew/25-14.htm">Matthew 25:14-30</a> For the kingdom of heaven is as a man travelling into a far country, who called his own servants, and delivered unto them his goods… <a href="/mark/13-34.htm">Mark 13:34-37</a> For the Son of man is as a man taking a far journey, who left his house, and gave authority to his servants, and to every man his work, and commanded the porter to watch… a far.<a href="/luke/20-9.htm">Luke 20:9</a> Then began he to speak to the people this parable; A certain man planted a vineyard, and let it forth to husbandmen, and went into a far country for a long time.<a href="/luke/24-51.htm">Luke 24:51</a> And it came to pass, while he blessed them, he was parted from them, and carried up into heaven.<a href="/matthew/21-38.htm">Matthew 21:38</a> But when the husbandmen saw the son, they said among themselves, This is the heir; come, let us kill him, and let us seize on his inheritance.to.<a href="/matthew/28-18.htm">Matthew 28:18</a> And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.<a href="/john/18-37.htm">John 18:37</a> Pilate therefore said unto him, Art thou a king then? Jesus answered, Thou sayest that I am a king. To this end was I born, and for this cause came I into the world, that I should bear witness unto the truth. Every one that is of the truth heareth my voice.<a href="/1_corinthians/15-25.htm">1 Corinthians 15:25</a> For he must reign, till he hath put all enemies under his feet.and.<a href="/acts/1-11.htm">Acts 1:11</a> Which also said, Ye men of Galilee, why stand ye gazing up into heaven? this same Jesus, which is taken up from you into heaven, shall so come in like manner as ye have seen him go into heaven.<a href="/acts/17-31.htm">Acts 17:31</a> Because he hath appointed a day, in the which he will judge the world in righteousness by that man whom he hath ordained; whereof he hath given assurance unto all men, in that he hath raised him from the dead.<a href="/hebrews/9-28.htm">Hebrews 9:28</a> So Christ was once offered to bear the sins of many; and unto them that look for him shall he appear the second time without sin unto salvation.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/luke/12-14.htm">Appointed</a> <a href="/luke/11-27.htm">Birth</a> <a href="/luke/15-15.htm">Country</a> <a href="/luke/15-20.htm">Distant</a> <a href="/luke/12-52.htm">Family</a> <a href="/luke/18-13.htm">Far</a> <a href="/luke/15-13.htm">Far-Away</a> <a href="/luke/18-14.htm">High</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-26.htm">High-Born</a> <a href="/luke/19-11.htm">Kingdom</a> <a href="/luke/8-15.htm">Noble</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-7.htm">Nobleman</a> <a href="/luke/12-10.htm">Obtain</a> <a href="/luke/7-29.htm">Rank</a> <a href="/luke/19-6.htm">Receive</a> <a href="/luke/15-13.htm">Travelled</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/luke/21-24.htm">Appointed</a> <a href="/luke/23-29.htm">Birth</a> <a href="/luke/20-9.htm">Country</a> <a href="/john/11-18.htm">Distant</a> <a href="/luke/20-28.htm">Family</a> <a href="/luke/20-9.htm">Far</a> <a href="/acts/26-11.htm">Far-Away</a> <a href="/luke/19-47.htm">High</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-26.htm">High-Born</a> <a href="/luke/19-15.htm">Kingdom</a> <a href="/luke/21-5.htm">Noble</a> <a href="/john/4-46.htm">Nobleman</a> <a href="/luke/20-35.htm">Obtain</a> <a href="/john/1-15.htm">Rank</a> <a href="/luke/20-47.htm">Receive</a> <a href="/acts/8-25.htm">Travelled</a><div class="vheading2">Luke 19</div>1. <a href="/luke/19-1.htm">Of Zacchaeus a tax collector.</a> 11. <a href="/luke/19-11.htm">The ten minas.</a> 28. <a href="/luke/19-28.htm">Jesus rides into Jerusalem with triumph;</a> 41. <a href="/luke/19-41.htm">weeps over it;</a> 45. <a href="/luke/19-45.htm">drives the buyers and sellers out of the temple;</a> 47. <a href="/luke/19-47.htm">Teaching daily in it. The rulers seek to destroy him, but fear the people.</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/19.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/19.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>So He said This phrase introduces a parable spoken by Jesus. Parables are a common teaching method used by Jesus to convey spiritual truths through everyday stories. They often require interpretation and are designed to reveal truths to those who are spiritually receptive while concealing them from those who are not.A man of noble birth The man of noble birth represents Jesus Himself, who is of divine origin and royal lineage. This phrase emphasizes His authority and rightful claim to kingship. In the cultural context, noble birth would imply a person of significant status and potential inheritance, aligning with Jesus' identity as the Son of God and the promised Messiah.Went to a distant country This reflects Jesus' ascension to heaven after His resurrection. The "distant country" symbolizes the heavenly realm where Jesus goes to receive His kingdom. It also alludes to the Jewish understanding of the Messiah's departure and return, as seen in prophecies like <a href="/daniel/7-13.htm">Daniel 7:13-14</a>, where the Son of Man approaches the Ancient of Days to receive dominion.To lay claim to his kingship This phrase indicates the purpose of the nobleman's journey. It parallels Jesus' mission to establish His kingdom, which is both a present spiritual reality and a future physical reign. The concept of kingship is central to biblical prophecy, with Jesus fulfilling the role of the eternal King promised in the Davidic Covenant (<a href="/2_samuel/7-12.htm">2 Samuel 7:12-16</a>).And then return The return signifies the Second Coming of Christ, when He will fully establish His kingdom on earth. This expectation of return is a key element of Christian eschatology, providing hope and motivation for believers to live faithfully. The parable encourages readiness and stewardship in anticipation of the King's return, as seen in other teachings of Jesus, such as the Parable of the Ten Virgins (<a href="/matthew/25.htm">Matthew 25:1-13</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/a/a_man_of_noble_birth.htm">A Man of Noble Birth</a> This figure represents Jesus Christ, who is of divine origin and rightful heir to the kingdom of God. The noble birth signifies His divine authority and preeminence. 2. <a href="/topical/d/distant_country.htm">Distant Country</a> Symbolizes heaven or the spiritual realm where Christ ascends to receive His kingship. It reflects the period between Christ's ascension and His second coming. 3. <a href="/topical/k/kingship.htm">Kingship</a> Represents the authority and rule that Jesus claims as the Messiah. It is a fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies regarding the Messiah's reign. 4. <a href="/topical/r/return.htm">Return</a> Refers to the second coming of Christ, when He will return to establish His kingdom fully on earth.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/u/understanding_christ's_authority.htm">Understanding Christ's Authority</a> Recognize Jesus as the rightful King who has authority over all creation. This understanding should lead to a life of submission and obedience to His will. <a href="/topical/l/living_in_expectation.htm">Living in Expectation</a> As believers, we are called to live in anticipation of Christ's return. This expectation should motivate us to live holy and purposeful lives. <a href="/topical/s/stewardship_of_resources.htm">Stewardship of Resources</a> Like the servants in the parable, we are entrusted with resources and gifts. We must use them wisely for the advancement of God's kingdom. <a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_in_waiting.htm">Faithfulness in Waiting</a> The period of waiting for Christ's return is a test of our faithfulness. We are called to remain steadfast and diligent in our spiritual walk. <a href="/topical/h/hope_in_christ's_return.htm">Hope in Christ's Return</a> The promise of Christ's return provides hope and encouragement, especially in times of trial and uncertainty.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_luke_19.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Luke 19</a> <a href="/q/day_26_insights_on_spiritual_growth.htm">What events define the Triumphal Entry in Volume 23?</a> <a href="/q/what_defines_the_crucifixion_in_journey.htm">What events mark the Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem?</a> <a href="/q/what_do_the_leaves_symbolize_for_healing.htm">What events occurred on Day 6 of the journey?</a> <a href="/q/can_you_be_trusted_with_all_things.htm">Can you be trusted with small and great things?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/luke/19.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(12) A certain nobleman went into a far country.--See Notes on <a href="/context/matthew/25-14.htm" title="For the kingdom of heaven is as a man traveling into a far country, who called his own servants, and delivered to them his goods.">Matthew 25:14-30</a>, with which the parable that follows has many obvious points of resemblance. There are, however, many noticeable differences in detail. At the outset we have the new feature of the nobleman going "into a far country to receive a kingdom." This had an obvious starting-point in the recent history of Judaea. Both the Tetrarch Antipas and Archelaus, on the death of their father, had gone to Rome to submit their claims to the kingdom to the decision of Augustus (Jos. Ant. xvii. 9, ?? 3, 4). The Greek for "nobleman" is not the same as in <a href="/john/4-46.htm" title="So Jesus came again into Cana of Galilee, where he made the water wine. And there was a certain nobleman, whose son was sick at Capernaum.">John 4:46</a>, where the word means a "king's officer." Here it is simply a "man of noble family." In the interpretation of the parable we may see a prophetic announcement by our Lord of His own departure to the "far country," that lay behind the veil, to receive His Kingdom, and of His subsequent return.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/luke/19.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 12. - He said therefore, A certain noblemen went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return. There was a singular fitness in the Master's choice of a framework for his parable, which at first sight would seem strange and unreal. Two nobles, Herod and Archelaus, in that age had literally gone from Jericho, where the Speaker of the parable-story then was, to a far country across the sea - to Rome, to receive a kingdom from Caesar (Josephus, 'Ant.,' 14:14; 17:9). And one of these two nobles, Archelaus, had rebuilt the stately royal palace of Jericho, under the very shadow of which the Speaker and the crowds were perhaps standing. <a href="/commentaries/luke/19-12.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>So οὖν (oun) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_3767.htm">Strong's 3767: </a> Therefore, then. Apparently a primary word; certainly, or accordingly. He said, εἶπεν (eipen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2036.htm">Strong's 2036: </a> Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say. “A τις (tis) Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5100.htm">Strong's 5100: </a> Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. An enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object. man Ἄνθρωπός (Anthrōpos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_444.htm">Strong's 444: </a> A man, one of the human race. From aner and ops; man-faced, i.e. A human being. of noble birth εὐγενὴς (eugenēs) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2104.htm">Strong's 2104: </a> (a) of noble birth, of high birth, (b) noble in nature. From eu and ginomai; well born, i.e. high in rank, or generous. went ἐπορεύθη (eporeuthē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4198.htm">Strong's 4198: </a> To travel, journey, go, die. to 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. a distant μακρὰν (makran) Adjective - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3112.htm">Strong's 3112: </a> At a distance, far away, remote, alien. Feminine accusative case singular of makros; at a distance. country χώραν (chōran) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5561.htm">Strong's 5561: </a> Feminine of a derivative of the base of chasma through the idea of empty expanse; room, i.e. A space of territory. to lay claim λαβεῖν (labein) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_2983.htm">Strong's 2983: </a> (a) I receive, get, (b) I take, lay hold of. to his ἑαυτῷ (heautō) Reflexive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1438.htm">Strong's 1438: </a> Himself, herself, itself. kingship βασιλείαν (basileian) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_932.htm">Strong's 932: </a> From basileus; properly, royalty, i.e. rule, or a realm. and then καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. return. ὑποστρέψαι (hypostrepsai) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_5290.htm">Strong's 5290: </a> To turn back, return. 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