Luke 4:39

Hebrew Bible (DHNT) 1885 - Delitzsch's Hebrew New Testament

ויתיצב עליה ויגער בקדחת ותרף ממנה ותקם מהרה ותשרת אתם׃

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes Jesus healing a woman named Peter's mother-in-law from a fever. He rebukes the fever, and she immediately gets better and starts serving them. It shows Jesus' power over sickness.

Explained for Children

Imagine your favorite toy stops working because it has a 'fever.' Then, someone waves their hand over it and says, 'Go away, fever,' and suddenly your toy works perfectly again. That's kind of what happened here with this lady who was sick, but Jesus made her all better right away.

Historical Background

This verse is from the Gospel of Luke, written by Luke the physician around AD 60-75 for Gentile Christians. It reflects a context where healings were seen as signs of divine favor and power in a society familiar with frequent illness.

Living It Out Today

Think about when someone in your family or at work gets sick unexpectedly. This verse can remind you to pray for healing and, once they are better, encourage them to get back into the flow of life, just like Peter's mother-in-law did.

Topics

• healing
• faith
• Jesus' power
• service
• miracles
• sickness

Related Verses

• Matthew 8:14-15
• Mark 1:29-31
• James 5:14-15
• Psalm 107:19-20
• Exodus 15:26

Recommended Reading

Commentary Luke Commentaries → Get This Bible DHNT Study Bible →

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Peter's mother-in-law in this story?

Peter’s mother-in-law is not named, but she plays a significant role by providing hospitality and service to Jesus and his disciples after being healed.

Why did the fever leave her immediately after Jesus rebuked it?

This immediate healing shows that Jesus has authority over sickness. It’s part of how he demonstrated his divine power, proving he could overcome physical ailments instantly.

What does 'she arose and ministered unto them' mean in Luke 4:39?

It means she got up from bed immediately after being healed and started serving Jesus and the others. This shows gratitude and her renewed strength to help others right away.

How does this healing relate to other healings by Jesus in the Bible?

This healing is similar to many others where Jesus shows his power over sickness, which was seen as evidence of his divine nature. It’s part of a pattern demonstrating that he could heal instantly and completely.