Luke 3:30

French Bible (BBB) Bible Bovet Bonnet (1900)

fils de Siméon, fils de Juda, fils de Joseph, fils de Jonan, fils d'Eliakim,

Que signifie ce verset ?

This verse is part of a genealogy that traces Jesus' ancestry back through generations, naming key ancestors. It shows how each person connects to the next in this lineage.

Expliqué aux enfants

Imagine you're making a family tree for your family, showing who's related to whom and how they connect. This verse does something similar but for Jesus, showing his great-great-grandfathers all the way back!

Contexte historique

Luke wrote this genealogy in his Gospel around 60-85 AD, aimed at Greek-speaking Christians. It was important to show Jesus' lineage as proof of his divine role and connection to the line of David.

Application pour aujourd'hui

Understanding one's family history can provide a sense of identity and belonging. Similarly, knowing Jesus’ genealogy helps believers feel connected to their faith tradition and understand the significance of His heritage.

Thèmes

• genealogy
• Jesus Christ
• lineage
• ancestry
• faith heritage
• biblical history

Versets liés

• Matthew 1:2-16
• Genesis 5:3-32
• 1 Chronicles 3:19-24
• Luke 3:23-38
• Hebrews 7:10

Questions fréquentes

Why do we find genealogies in the Bible?

Genealogies help establish lineage, proving connections to important figures like David or Aaron. They also provide a sense of continuity and identity within the faith community.

What's unique about Luke's version of Jesus' genealogy?

Luke traces Jesus’ ancestry back all the way to Adam and includes names not found in Matthew’s genealogy, showing his broader perspective on human history and divine plan.

How does knowing this lineage help believers today?

It also reinforces the belief in Jesus as both fully human, descended from real people, and divine, fulfilling prophecy.