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<a href="/nkjv/luke/12.htm">New King James Version</a> Then Peter said to Him, “Lord, do You speak this parable only to us, or to all people?” <a href="/nasb_/luke/12.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Peter said, “Lord, are You telling this parable to us, or to everyone else as well?” <a href="/nasb/luke/12.htm">NASB 1995</a> Peter said, &#8220Lord, are You addressing this parable to us, or to everyone else as well?&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/luke/12.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And Peter said, “Lord, are You addressing this parable to us, or to everyone else as well?” <a href="/lsb/luke/12.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Now Peter said, “Lord, are You addressing this parable to us, or to everyone else as well?” <a href="/amp/luke/12.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Peter said, “Lord, are You addressing this parable to us [disciples], or to everyone else as well?” <a href="/csb/luke/12.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> “Lord,” Peter asked, “are you telling this parable to us or to everyone? ” <a href="/hcsb/luke/12.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Lord,&#8221 Peter asked, &#8220are You telling this parable to us or to everyone?&#8221 <a href="/asv/luke/12.htm">American Standard Version</a> And Peter said, Lord, speakest thou this parable unto us, or even unto all? <a href="/cev/luke/12.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Peter asked Jesus, "Did you say this just for us or for everyone?" <a href="/erv/luke/12.htm">English Revised Version</a> And Peter said, Lord, speakest thou this parable unto us, or even unto all? <a href="/gwt/luke/12.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Peter asked, "Lord, did you use this illustration just for us or for everyone?" <a href="/gnt/luke/12.htm">Good News Translation</a> Peter said, "Lord, does this parable apply to us, or do you mean it for everyone?" <a href="/isv/luke/12.htm">International Standard Version</a> Peter asked, "Lord, are you telling this parable just for us or for everyone?" <a href="/msb/luke/12.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> ?Lord,? said Peter, ?are You addressing this parable to us, or to everyone else as well?? <a href="/net/luke/12.htm">NET Bible</a> Then Peter said, "Lord, are you telling this parable for us or for everyone?" <a href="/nheb/luke/12.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> And Peter said, "Lord, are you telling this parable to us, or to everyone?" <a href="/wbt/luke/12.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Then Peter said to him, Lord, speakest thou this parable to us, or even to all? <a href="/wey/luke/12.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> "Master," said Peter, "are you addressing this parable to us, or to all alike?" <a href="/web/luke/12.htm">World English Bible</a> Peter said to him, “Lord, are you telling this parable to us, or to everybody?” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/luke/12.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And Peter said to Him, “Lord, do You speak this allegory to us, or also to all?” <a href="/blb/luke/12.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And Peter said, "Lord, do You speak this parable to us, or also to all?" <a href="/ylt/luke/12.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And Peter said to him, 'Sir, unto us this simile dost thou speak, or also unto all?' <a href="/slt/luke/12.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And Peter said to him, Lord, sayest thou this parable to us, or also to all?<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/luke/12.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And Peter said to him: Lord, dost thou speak this parable to us, or likewise to all? <a href="/cpdv/luke/12.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Then Peter said to him, “Lord, are you telling this parable to us, or also to everyone?” <a href="/nabre/luke/12.htm">New American Bible</a> Then Peter said, “Lord, is this parable meant for us or for everyone?” <a href="/nrsvce/luke/12.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Peter said, “Lord, are you telling this parable for us or for everyone?”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/luke/12.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Simon Peter said to him, Our Lord, do you speak this parable to us, or also to all men? <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/luke/12.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> Shimeon Kaypha said to him, “Our Lord, are you saying this parable to us or to everyone also?”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/luke/12.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> Then Peter said to him: Lord, dost them speak this parable to us, or also to all? <a href="/godbey/luke/12.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And Peter said to Him, Lord, do you speak this parable to us, or to all? <a href="/haweis/luke/12.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Then said Peter unto him, Lord, speakest thou this parable to us, or also for all? <a href="/mace/luke/12.htm">Mace New Testament</a> then Peter said to him, Lord, do you apply this similitude to us, or to all in general? <a href="/wey/luke/12.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> "Master," said Peter, "are you addressing this parable to us, or to all alike?" <a href="/worrell/luke/12.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And Peter said, "Lord, speakest Thou this parable to us, or to all?" <a href="/worsley/luke/12.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> Then said Peter unto Him, Lord, dost thou speak this parable to us only, or to all others likewise? <a href="/parallel/luke/12-41.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=5312" 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/12.htm">Be Ready for Service</a> …40You also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour you do not expect.” 41<a href="/greek/2962.htm" title="2962: Kyrie (N-VMS) -- Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.">“Lord,”</a> <a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc."></a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2036.htm" title="2036: Eipen (V-AIA-3S) -- Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.">said</a> <a href="/greek/4074.htm" title="4074: Petros (N-NMS) -- Peter, a Greek name meaning rock. Apparently a primary word; a rock; as a name, Petrus, an apostle.">Peter,</a> <a href="/greek/3004.htm" title="3004: legeis (V-PIA-2S) -- (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. ">“are You addressing</a> <a href="/greek/3778.htm" title="3778: tautēn (DPro-AFS) -- This; he, she, it. ">this</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēn (Art-AFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3850.htm" title="3850: parabolēn (N-AFS) -- From paraballo; a similitude, i.e. fictitious narrative, apothegm or adage.">parable</a> <a href="/greek/4314.htm" title="4314: pros (Prep) -- To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward.">to</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: hēmas (PPro-A1P) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">us,</a> <a href="/greek/2228.htm" title="2228: ē (Conj) -- Or, than. A primary particle of distinction between two connected terms; disjunctive, or; comparative, than.">or</a> <a href="/greek/4314.htm" title="4314: pros (Prep) -- To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward.">to</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pantas (Adj-AMP) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">everyone else</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">as well?”</a> 42And 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?…<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/24-45.htm">Matthew 24:45-51</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="/mark/13-34.htm">Mark 13:34-37</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. / Therefore keep watch, because you do not know when the master of the house will return—whether in the evening, at midnight, when the rooster crows, or in the morning. / Otherwise, he may arrive without notice and find you sleeping. ... <a href="/matthew/25-1.htm">Matthew 25:1-13</a> “At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. / Five of them were foolish, and five were wise. / The foolish ones took their lamps but did not take along any extra oil. ... <a href="/matthew/13-10.htm">Matthew 13:10-17</a> Then the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Why do You speak to the people in parables?” / 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/13-36.htm">Matthew 13:36-43</a> Then Jesus dismissed the crowds and went into the house. His disciples came to Him and said, “Explain to us the parable of the weeds in the field.” / He replied, “The One who sows the good seed is the Son of Man. / The field is the world, and the good seed represents the sons of the kingdom. The weeds are the sons of the evil one, ... <a href="/john/21-15.htm">John 21:15-17</a> When they had finished eating, Jesus asked Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love Me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” he answered, “You know I love You.” Jesus replied, “Feed My lambs.” / Jesus asked a second time, “Simon son of John, do you love Me?” “Yes, Lord,” he answered, “You know I love You.” Jesus told him, “Shepherd My sheep.” / Jesus asked a third time, “Simon son of John, do you love Me?” Peter was deeply hurt that Jesus had asked him a third time, “Do you love Me?” “Lord, You know all things,” he replied. “You know I love You.” Jesus said to him, “Feed My sheep. <a href="/1_corinthians/4-1.htm">1 Corinthians 4:1-2</a> So then, men ought to regard us as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God. / Now it is required of stewards that they be found faithful. <a href="/1_peter/4-10.htm">1 Peter 4:10</a> As good stewards of the manifold grace of God, each of you should use whatever gift he has received to serve one another. <a href="/hebrews/3-5.htm">Hebrews 3:5-6</a> Now Moses was faithful as a servant in all God’s house, testifying to what would be spoken later. / But Christ is faithful as the Son over God’s house. And we are His house, if we hold firmly to our confidence and the hope of which we boast. <a href="/james/3-1.htm">James 3:1</a> Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly. <a href="/ezekiel/33-7.htm">Ezekiel 33:7-9</a> As for you, O son of man, I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel; so hear the word from My mouth and give them the warning from Me. / If I say to the wicked, ‘O wicked man, you will surely die,’ but you do not speak out to dissuade him from his way, then that wicked man will die in his iniquity, yet I will hold you accountable for his blood. / But if you warn the wicked man to turn from his way, and he does not turn from it, he will die in his iniquity, but you will have saved your life. <a href="/isaiah/6-8.htm">Isaiah 6:8-10</a> Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying: “Whom shall I send? Who will go for Us?” And I said: “Here am I. Send me!” / And He replied: “Go and tell this people, ‘Be ever hearing, but never understanding; be ever seeing, but never perceiving.’ / Make the hearts of this people calloused; deafen their ears and close their eyes. Otherwise they might see with their eyes, hear with their ears, understand with their hearts, and turn and be healed.” <a href="/jeremiah/1-4.htm">Jeremiah 1:4-10</a> The word of the LORD came to me, saying: / “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I set you apart and appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” / “Ah, Lord GOD,” I said, “I surely do not know how to speak, for I am only a child!” ... <a href="/daniel/12-8.htm">Daniel 12:8-10</a> I heard, but I did not understand. So I asked, “My lord, what will be the outcome of these things?” / “Go on your way, Daniel,” he replied, “for the words are closed up and sealed until the time of the end. / Many will be purified, made spotless, and refined, but the wicked will continue to act wickedly. None of the wicked will understand, but the wise will understand. <a href="/amos/3-7.htm">Amos 3:7</a> Surely the Lord GOD does nothing without revealing His plan to His servants the prophets.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Then Peter said to him, Lord, speak you this parable to us, or even to all?Lord.<a href="/mark/13-37.htm">Mark 13:37</a> And what I say unto you I say unto all, Watch.<a href="/mark/14-37.htm">Mark 14:37</a> And he cometh, and findeth them sleeping, and saith unto Peter, Simon, sleepest thou? couldest not thou watch one hour?<a href="/1_peter/4-7.htm">1 Peter 4:7</a> But the end of all things is at hand: be ye therefore sober, and watch unto prayer.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/matthew/26-71.htm">Addressing</a> <a href="/mark/14-70.htm">Alike</a> <a href="/luke/12-39.htm">Master</a> <a href="/luke/12-16.htm">Parable</a> <a href="/luke/9-33.htm">Peter</a> <a href="/luke/12-16.htm">Simile</a> <a href="/luke/11-1.htm">Sir</a> <a href="/luke/12-13.htm">Speak</a> <a href="/matthew/13-10.htm">Speakest</a> <a href="/luke/8-2.htm">Telling</a> <a href="/luke/11-54.htm">Words</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/luke/19-8.htm">Addressing</a> <a href="/acts/2-11.htm">Alike</a> <a href="/luke/12-42.htm">Master</a> <a href="/luke/13-6.htm">Parable</a> <a href="/luke/18-28.htm">Peter</a> <a href="/luke/13-6.htm">Simile</a> <a href="/luke/13-8.htm">Sir</a> <a href="/luke/20-9.htm">Speak</a> <a href="/john/4-27.htm">Speakest</a> <a href="/luke/13-1.htm">Telling</a> <a href="/luke/14-15.htm">Words</a><div class="vheading2">Luke 12</div>1. <a href="/luke/12-1.htm">Jesus preaches to his apostles to avoid hypocrisy</a> 13. <a href="/luke/12-13.htm">and warns against covetousness, by the parable of the man who set up greater barns.</a> 22. <a href="/luke/12-22.htm">We must not worry about earthly things,</a> 31. <a href="/luke/12-31.htm">but seek the kingdom of God;</a> 33. <a href="/luke/12-33.htm">give alms;</a> 35. <a href="/luke/12-35.htm">be ready at a knock to open to our Lord whensoever he comes.</a> 41. <a href="/luke/12-41.htm">Jesus' disciples are to see to their charges,</a> 49. <a href="/luke/12-49.htm">and look for persecution.</a> 54. <a href="/luke/12-54.htm">The people must take this time of grace;</a> 57. <a href="/luke/12-57.htm">because it is a fearful thing to die without reconciliation.</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/12.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/12.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>"Lord," said Peter, Peter, one of Jesus' closest disciples, often acts as a spokesperson for the group. His use of "Lord" signifies respect and recognition of Jesus' authority. This title is consistent with Peter's earlier confession of Jesus as the Messiah (<a href="/matthew/16-16.htm">Matthew 16:16</a>). Peter's role among the disciples is significant, as he is often depicted as impulsive yet deeply committed, reflecting the human struggle between faith and doubt."are You addressing this parable to us, Peter's question indicates a desire for clarity and understanding. The disciples often sought deeper explanations of Jesus' teachings, which were sometimes veiled in parables. This reflects the Jewish rabbinic tradition where disciples would engage their teacher with questions to gain deeper insight. The parable in question follows Jesus' teaching on readiness and vigilance, emphasizing the importance of being prepared for the coming of the Son of Man.or to everyone else as well?" This phrase highlights the broader audience of Jesus' teachings. While Jesus often spoke directly to His disciples, His messages were intended for all who would hear and follow. This inclusivity is a recurring theme in the Gospels, where the message of the Kingdom of God is extended beyond the Jewish people to include Gentiles. The question also underscores the universal applicability of Jesus' teachings, which are relevant to all believers across time and culture.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/peter.htm">Peter</a> One of Jesus' twelve apostles, known for his impulsive nature and leadership among the disciples. He often acts as a spokesperson for the group. 2. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a> The central figure of the New Testament, delivering teachings and parables to His disciples and the crowds. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_disciples.htm">The Disciples</a> The group of Jesus' closest followers, who are often the primary audience for His teachings. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_parable.htm">The Parable</a> Jesus had just shared a parable about being watchful and ready for the Master's return, which prompts Peter's question. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_crowd.htm">The Crowd</a> The larger group of people who often gathered to hear Jesus' teachings, beyond just the disciples.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/u/understanding_the_audience.htm">Understanding the Audience</a> Peter's question highlights the importance of discerning who Jesus' teachings are directed towards. As believers, we should seek to understand the context and audience of biblical teachings to apply them correctly in our lives. <a href="/topical/r/readiness_and_stewardship.htm">Readiness and Stewardship</a> The parable preceding Peter's question emphasizes the need for readiness and faithful stewardship. We are called to be diligent and responsible with the tasks God has entrusted to us, always prepared for His return. <a href="/topical/s/seeking_clarity.htm">Seeking Clarity</a> Peter's inquiry shows the value of seeking clarity in our spiritual journey. When we encounter teachings we don't fully understand, we should not hesitate to ask questions and seek deeper understanding. <a href="/topical/i/inclusivity_of_jesus'_teachings.htm">Inclusivity of Jesus' Teachings</a> Jesus' response to Peter suggests that His teachings often have broader applications beyond the immediate audience. We should consider how His words apply to us today, regardless of our specific context. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_leadership.htm">The Role of Leadership</a> As Peter often took a leadership role among the disciples, his question reminds us of the responsibility leaders have to seek understanding and guide others in applying Jesus' teachings.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_luke_12.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Luke 12</a> <a href="/q/how_to_live_for_christ's_return.htm">How should we live in anticipation of Christ's return?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_god_expect_from_us.htm">What does God expect from us?</a> <a href="/q/what's_the_bible's_view_on_purgatory.htm">What is the Bible's stance on purgatory?</a> <a href="/q/what_is_rededicating_to_christ.htm">What does rededicating your life to Christ mean?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/luke/12.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(41) Then Peter said unto him.--The motive of Peter's question is not given. Interpreted by the like question in <a href="/matthew/19-27.htm" title="Then answered Peter and said to him, Behold, we have forsaken all, and followed you; what shall we have therefore?">Matthew 19:27</a> (where see Note), it is natural to suppose that he dwelt, not so much on the last words of warning, as on the greatness of the promise which is held out in <a href="/luke/12-37.htm" title="Blessed are those servants, whom the lord when he comes shall find watching: truly I say to you, that he shall gird himself, and make them to sit down to meat, and will come forth and serve them.">Luke 12:37</a>. Was that to be the common blessing of all believers, or the special reward of those who had forsaken all?<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/luke/12.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 41. - Then Peter said unto him, Lord, speakest thou this parable unto us, or even to all? Peter's question here referred evidently to the longer and more important parable-story, where the reward which the faithful watchers were to receive is mentioned (ver. 37). The grandeur of that reward seems deeply to have impressed the impulsive apostle. Some true conception of the heaven-life had entered into Peter's mind; we know, too, that now and again dimly Peter seemed to grasp the secret of his Master's awful Divinity. What meant, then, thought the faithful, loving man, the figure in the parable of the lord? Who was that lord - himself serving his faithful followers? The same curious perplexity evidently passed through Peter's mind when, on the evening before the death, in a symbol-act the Master repeated the words of the great promise made here, and washed his disciples' feet. Then we read how Peter said to him, "Lord, dost thou wash my feet?" Were all who followed Jesus to share in that strange, mighty promise; or only a few, such as Peter and his companions, called for a special purpose? <a href="/commentaries/luke/12-41.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>“Lord,” Κύριε (Kyrie) Noun - Vocative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2962.htm">Strong's 2962: </a> Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master. 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. Peter, Πέτρος (Petros) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4074.htm">Strong's 4074: </a> Peter, a Greek name meaning rock. Apparently a primary word; a rock; as a name, Petrus, an apostle. “are You addressing λέγεις (legeis) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3004.htm">Strong's 3004: </a> (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. this ταύτην (tautēn) Demonstrative Pronoun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3778.htm">Strong's 3778: </a> This; he, she, it. parable παραβολὴν (parabolēn) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3850.htm">Strong's 3850: </a> From paraballo; a similitude, i.e. fictitious narrative, apothegm or adage. to πρὸς (pros) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_4314.htm">Strong's 4314: </a> To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward. us, ἡμᾶς (hēmas) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 1st Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. or ἢ (ē) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2228.htm">Strong's 2228: </a> Or, than. A primary particle of distinction between two connected terms; disjunctive, or; comparative, than. to πρὸς (pros) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_4314.htm">Strong's 4314: </a> To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward. everyone else πάντας (pantas) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3956.htm">Strong's 3956: </a> All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. as well?” καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/luke/12-41.htm">Luke 12:41 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/luke/12-41.htm">Luke 12:41 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/luke/12-41.htm">Luke 12:41 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/luke/12-41.htm">Luke 12:41 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/luke/12-41.htm">Luke 12:41 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/luke/12-41.htm">Luke 12:41 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/luke/12-41.htm">Luke 12:41 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/luke/12-41.htm">Luke 12:41 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/luke/12-41.htm">Luke 12:41 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/luke/12-41.htm">Luke 12:41 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/luke/12-41.htm">NT Gospels: Luke 12:41 Peter said to him Lord are you (Luke Lu Lk) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/luke/12-40.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Luke 12:40"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Luke 12:40" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/luke/12-42.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Luke 12:42"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Luke 12:42" /></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>