Luke 20:36

Amharic Gamo (ጋሞ ማጻፋ)

ኢስቲ ኪታንቻታ ማላ ጊዳና ጊሻስ ሄሳፌ ጉዬ ሃይቄቴናኔ ሃይቆፔ ዴን ናይታ ጊዲዳ ጊሻስ ኢስቲ ጾሳ ናይታ።

What Does This Mean?

This verse tells us that those who are part of the resurrection will no longer die and they become like angels, being children of God. Jesus is speaking to a group of religious leaders, explaining what life after death looks like for believers.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a favorite toy that never breaks or gets old; that's kind of how this verse talks about people in heaven. They're perfect and won't get sick or hurt anymore because they are special children of God, just like angels!

Historical Background

Luke wrote this part of the Bible around 60-80 AD for a Gentile audience. Jesus is speaking to some religious leaders in Jerusalem who were questioning his authority.

Living It Out Today

Think about how this verse might apply when someone you love passes away. It reminds us that death isn't an end but a beginning, and those we love will be with God forever, free from pain or sadness.

Topics

• resurrection
• life after death
• heaven
• faith
• hope
• salvation

Related Verses

• 1 Corinthians 15:20-23
• Matthew 22:30
• Ephesians 1:5
• Philippians 3:20-21
• Hebrews 6:17

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to be 'equal unto the angels'?

Being equal unto the angels means having a similar nature and existence, free from physical limitations like death, and sharing in God's glory and presence.

How can we understand being 'children of God' according to this verse?

Being children of God emphasizes our relationship with Him; we are His spiritual offspring, inheriting eternal life and the qualities that reflect God’s nature.

What does the term 'resurrection' imply in Luke 20:36?

The resurrection implies a new form of existence where believers will be transformed into immortal beings like Jesus after his resurrection, free from physical constraints and eternal death.

How should this verse influence our faith?

This verse encourages faith by assuring us that our ultimate destiny includes an everlasting life with God, which gives hope and comfort in the face of suffering or loss.