Luke 12:44
New International Version
Truly I tell you, he will put him in charge of all his possessions.

New Living Translation
I tell you the truth, the master will put that servant in charge of all he owns.

English Standard Version
Truly, I say to you, he will set him over all his possessions.

Berean Standard Bible
Truly I tell you, he will put him in charge of all his possessions.

Berean Literal Bible
Of a truth I say to you that he will set him over all his possessions.

King James Bible
Of a truth I say unto you, that he will make him ruler over all that he hath.

New King James Version
Truly, I say to you that he will make him ruler over all that he has.

New American Standard Bible
Truly I say to you that he will put him in charge of all his possessions.

NASB 1995
“Truly I say to you that he will put him in charge of all his possessions.

NASB 1977
“Truly I say to you, that he will put him in charge of all his possessions.

Legacy Standard Bible
Truly I say to you that he will put him in charge of all his possessions.

Amplified Bible
I assure you and most solemnly say to you, he will put him in charge of all his possessions.

Christian Standard Bible
Truly I tell you, he will put him in charge of all his possessions.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
I tell you the truth: He will put him in charge of all his possessions.

American Standard Version
Of a truth I say unto you, that he will set him over all that he hath.

Contemporary English Version
A servant who is always faithful will surely be put in charge of everything the master owns.

English Revised Version
Of a truth I say unto you, that he will set him over all that he hath.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
I can guarantee this truth: He will put that servant in charge of all his property.

Good News Translation
Indeed, I tell you, the master will put that servant in charge of all his property.

International Standard Version
I tell you with certainty, he will put him in charge of all his property.

Majority Standard Bible
Truly I tell you, he will put him in charge of all his possessions.

NET Bible
I tell you the truth, the master will put him in charge of all his possessions.

New Heart English Bible
Truly I tell you, that he will set him over all that he has.

Webster's Bible Translation
In truth I say to you, that he will make him ruler over all that he hath.

Weymouth New Testament
I tell you truly that He will put him in authority over all His possessions.

World English Bible
Truly I tell you that he will set him over all that he has.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
truly I say to you that he will set him over all his goods.

Berean Literal Bible
Of a truth I say to you that he will set him over all his possessions.

Young's Literal Translation
truly I say to you, that over all his goods he will set him.

Smith's Literal Translation
Truly I say to you, that he will set him over all his possessions.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Verily I say to you, he will set him over all that he possesseth.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Truly I say to you, that he will appoint him over all that he possesses.

New American Bible
Truly, I say to you, he will put him in charge of all his property.

New Revised Standard Version
Truly I tell you, he will put that one in charge of all his possessions.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Truly I say to you, that he will appoint him over all his wealth.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
“Truly, I say to you, that he will appoint him over all his possessions.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
Of a truth, I say to you, that he will make him ruler over all that he has.

Godbey New Testament
Truly I say unto you, that he will establish him over all his possessions.

Haweis New Testament
Verily I say unto you, that he will place him over all his property.

Mace New Testament
I assure you, he will intrust him with the management of his whole estate.

Weymouth New Testament
I tell you truly that He will put him in authority over all His possessions.

Worrell New Testament
Of a truth I say to you, that he will appoint him over all his goods.

Worsley New Testament
Verily I tell you, that he will set him over all that he hath.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Be Ready for Service
43Blessed is that servant whose master finds him doing so when he returns. 44Truly I tell you, he will put him in charge of all his possessions. 45But suppose that servant says in his heart, ‘My master will be a long time in coming,’ and he begins to beat the menservants and maidservants, and to eat and drink and get drunk.…

Cross References
Matthew 24:47
Truly I tell you, he will put him in charge of all his possessions.

Matthew 25:21
His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!’

Matthew 25:23
His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!’

Luke 19:17
His master replied, ‘Well done, good servant! Because you have been faithful in a very small matter, you shall have authority over ten cities.’

Luke 19:19
And to this one he said, ‘You shall have authority over five cities.’

Revelation 2:26-27
And to the one who overcomes and continues in My work until the end, I will give authority over the nations. / He will rule them with an iron scepter and shatter them like pottery—just as I have received authority from My Father.

Revelation 3:21
To the one who overcomes, I will grant the right to sit with Me on My throne, just as I overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne.

1 Corinthians 4:2
Now it is required of stewards that they be found faithful.

1 Peter 4:10
As good stewards of the manifold grace of God, each of you should use whatever gift he has received to serve one another.

Romans 8:17
And if we are children, then we are heirs: heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ—if indeed we suffer with Him, so that we may also be glorified with Him.

Genesis 39:4-6
Joseph found favor in his sight and became his personal attendant. Potiphar put him in charge of his household and entrusted him with everything he owned. / From the time that he put Joseph in charge of his household and all he owned, the LORD blessed the Egyptian’s household on account of him. The LORD’s blessing was on everything he owned, both in his house and in his field. / So Potiphar left all that he owned in Joseph’s care; he did not concern himself with anything except the food he ate. Now Joseph was well-built and handsome,

Genesis 41:40-41
You shall be in charge of my house, and all my people are to obey your commands. Only with regard to the throne will I be greater than you.” / Pharaoh also told Joseph, “I hereby place you over all the land of Egypt.”

Proverbs 17:2
A wise servant will rule over a disgraceful son and share his inheritance as one of the brothers.

Proverbs 27:18
Whoever tends a fig tree will eat its fruit, and he who looks after his master will be honored.

Daniel 6:3
Soon, by his extraordinary spirit, Daniel distinguished himself among the administrators and satraps. So the king planned to set him over the whole kingdom.


Treasury of Scripture

Of a truth I say to you, that he will make him ruler over all that he has.

that he will.

Luke 19:17-19
And he said unto him, Well, thou good servant: because thou hast been faithful in a very little, have thou authority over ten cities…

Luke 22:29,30
And I appoint unto you a kingdom, as my Father hath appointed unto me; …

Daniel 12:2,3
And many of them that sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake, some to everlasting life, and some to shame and everlasting contempt…

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Luke 12
1. Jesus preaches to his apostles to avoid hypocrisy
13. and warns against covetousness, by the parable of the man who set up greater barns.
22. We must not worry about earthly things,
31. but seek the kingdom of God;
33. give alms;
35. be ready at a knock to open to our Lord whensoever he comes.
41. Jesus' disciples are to see to their charges,
49. and look for persecution.
54. The people must take this time of grace;
57. because it is a fearful thing to die without reconciliation.














Truly I tell you
This phrase is a solemn affirmation used by Jesus to emphasize the truth and importance of what He is about to say. The Greek word "ἀληθῶς" (alēthōs) is often translated as "truly" or "verily," and it underscores the certainty and authority of Jesus' words. In the context of first-century Judea, such affirmations were used to capture the listener's attention, ensuring that the following statement was received with the gravity it deserved. Jesus, as the ultimate truth-bearer, uses this phrase to assure His disciples of the reliability of His promises.

he will put him in charge
The phrase indicates a delegation of authority and responsibility. The Greek word "καταστήσει" (katastēsei) means to appoint or set someone over something. In the cultural and historical context of the time, being put in charge was a significant honor and responsibility, often reserved for those who had proven themselves trustworthy and capable. This reflects the biblical principle that faithfulness in small things leads to greater responsibilities (Luke 16:10). It is a reminder that God rewards those who are diligent and faithful in their service.

of all his possessions
This phrase signifies the extent of the trust and authority given to the faithful servant. The Greek word "ὑπάρχοντα" (hyparchonta) refers to possessions or wealth. In the ancient world, being entrusted with all of someone's possessions was a sign of immense trust and confidence. It implies stewardship over everything the master owns, highlighting the comprehensive nature of the responsibility. Scripturally, this can be seen as a metaphor for the spiritual rewards and responsibilities given to believers who are faithful stewards of what God has entrusted to them. It serves as an encouragement to live a life of integrity and faithfulness, knowing that God sees and rewards our efforts.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
Truly
ἀληθῶς (alēthōs)
Adverb
Strong's 230: Truly, really, certainly, surely. Adverb from alethes; truly.

I tell
λέγω (legō)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 3004: (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command.

you,
ὑμῖν (hymin)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

he will put him in charge
καταστήσει (katastēsei)
Verb - Future Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2525: From kata and histemi; to place down, i.e. to designate, constitute, convoy.

of
ἐπὶ (epi)
Preposition
Strong's 1909: On, to, against, on the basis of, at.

all
πᾶσιν (pasin)
Adjective - Dative Neuter Plural
Strong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.

his
αὐτοῦ (autou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

possessions.
ὑπάρχουσιν (hyparchousin)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Dative Neuter Plural
Strong's 5225: To begin, am, exist, be in possession. From hupo and archomai; to begin under, i.e. Come into existence; expletively, to exist (verb).


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