Luke 9:1

Bengali (World Bible Translation Center) (WBTC) 2001

যীশু সেই বারোজন প্রেরিতকে ডেকে তাঁদের সব রকমের ভূত তাড়াবার ক্ষমতা ও নানান রোগ ভাল করার ক্ষমতা দিলেন৷

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from Luke's gospel, Jesus gathers his twelve disciples and gives them special powers to heal people and drive away evil spirits. This shows how Jesus trusted his closest followers with important tasks.

Explained for Children

Imagine if your teacher gave you the power to fix all the broken toys in school and make kids feel better when they're sad or hurt. That's kind of like what Jesus did for his twelve best friends, giving them amazing powers to help people!

Historical Background

This verse is from Luke’s gospel, written around 80-100 AD by a doctor who wanted to present Jesus as the Son of Man for all humanity. It was meant for both Jews and Gentiles, emphasizing the universal message of Jesus' power.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this verse teaches us that we can be trusted with important tasks if we are faithful. Like Jesus’ disciples, when we show dedication to a cause or faith, leaders may entrust us with significant responsibilities.

Topics

• discipleship
• power
• healing
• evil spirits
• trust
• responsibility

Related Verses

• Matthew 10:1
• Mark 3:14-15
• Acts 8:6
• John 20:22-23
• 1 Timothy 1:7

Recommended Reading

Commentary Luke Commentaries → Get This Bible WBTC Study Bible →

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Jesus give his disciples power over devils?

Jesus gave this power to demonstrate His authority over evil and to prepare His disciples to continue His mission of healing and spreading the message.

How can we apply Luke 9:1 in our daily lives?

We can trust God to give us the abilities needed for tasks He calls us to, just as Jesus did with His disciples. This includes faith-based tasks like helping others and spreading hope.

What does this verse tell us about Jesus' view of his followers?

It shows that Jesus had a high degree of trust in His followers, seeing them not just as learners but as partners in His mission to heal and help people.

How did the disciples use their new powers?

The disciples used these powers to perform miracles, preach, and spread Jesus' teachings throughout various towns, showing how they were equipped for a greater purpose than before.