Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version When he noticed how the guests picked the places of honor at the table, he told them this parable: New Living Translation When Jesus noticed that all who had come to the dinner were trying to sit in the seats of honor near the head of the table, he gave them this advice: English Standard Version Now he told a parable to those who were invited, when he noticed how they chose the places of honor, saying to them, Berean Standard Bible When Jesus noticed how the guests chose the places of honor, He told them a parable: Berean Literal Bible And He was speaking a parable to those having been invited, remarking how they were choosing out the first places, saying to them, King James Bible And he put forth a parable to those which were bidden, when he marked how they chose out the chief rooms; saying unto them, New King James Version So He told a parable to those who were invited, when He noted how they chose the best places, saying to them: New American Standard Bible Now He began telling a parable to the invited guests when He noticed how they had been picking out the places of honor at the table, saying to them, NASB 1995 And He began speaking a parable to the invited guests when He noticed how they had been picking out the places of honor at the table, saying to them, NASB 1977 And He began speaking a parable to the invited guests when He noticed how they had been picking out the places of honor at the table; saying to them, Legacy Standard Bible And He was telling a parable to the invited guests when He noticed how they were picking out the places of honor at the table, saying to them, Amplified Bible Now Jesus began telling a parable to the invited guests when He noticed how they had been selecting the places of honor at the table, saying to them, Christian Standard Bible He told a parable to those who were invited, when he noticed how they would choose the best places for themselves: Holman Christian Standard Bible He told a parable to those who were invited, when He noticed how they would choose the best places for themselves: American Standard Version And he spake a parable unto those that were bidden, when he marked how they chose out the chief seats; saying unto them, Contemporary English Version Jesus saw how the guests had tried to take the best seats. So he told them: English Revised Version And he spake a parable unto those which were bidden, when he marked how they chose out the chief seats; saying unto them, GOD'S WORD® Translation Then Jesus noticed how the guests always chose the places of honor. So he used this illustration when he spoke to them: Good News Translation Jesus noticed how some of the guests were choosing the best places, so he told this parable to all of them: International Standard Version When Jesus noticed how the guests were choosing the places of honor, he told them a parable. Majority Standard Bible When Jesus noticed how the guests chose the places of honor, He told them a parable: NET Bible Then when Jesus noticed how the guests chose the places of honor, he told them a parable. He said to them, New Heart English Bible He spoke a parable to those who were invited, when he noticed how they chose the best seats, and said to them, Webster's Bible Translation And he put forth a parable to those who were invited, when he marked how they chose out the chief rooms; saying to them, Weymouth New Testament Then, when He noticed that the invited guests chose the best seats, He used this as an illustration and said to them, World English Bible He spoke a parable to those who were invited, when he noticed how they chose the best seats, and said to them, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd He spoke an allegory to those called, marking how they were choosing out the first couches, saying to them, Berean Literal Bible And He was speaking a parable to those having been invited, remarking how they were choosing out the first places, saying to them, Young's Literal Translation And he spake a simile unto those called, marking how they were choosing out the first couches, saying unto them, Smith's Literal Translation And he spake a parable to the called, fixing his attention how they chose out the first places at table; saying to them, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he spoke a parable also to them that were invited, marking how they chose the first seats at the table, saying to them: Catholic Public Domain Version Then he also told a parable, to those who were invited, noticing how they chose the first seats at the table, saying to them: New American Bible He told a parable to those who had been invited, noticing how they were choosing the places of honor at the table. New Revised Standard Version When he noticed how the guests chose the places of honor, he told them a parable. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he spoke a parable to those who were invited there, because he saw them choosing places among the front seats. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And he told a parable to those who were invited there when he saw those who chose the places of the best seats. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd he spoke a parable to those who had been invited, when he observed how they were choosing the first places at table; and he said to them: Godbey New Testament And He spoke a parable to those whom He had called, warning them that they should not choose the first couches; saying to them, Haweis New Testament Then he spake to those who were invited, a parable, when he observed how they chose the principal seats; saying unto them, Mace New Testament Afterwards observing how eager the guests were for the first places, he gave them this instruction: Weymouth New Testament Then, when He noticed that the invited guests chose the best seats, He used this as an illustration and said to them, Worrell New Testament And He spake a parable to those who were bidden, when He observed how they were choosing out the first seats; saying to them, Worsley New Testament And He spake a parable to those that were invited, observing how they chose the chief seats, saying unto them, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Parable of the Guests6And they were unable to answer these questions. 7When Jesus noticed how the guests chose the places of honor, He told them a parable: 8“When you are invited to a wedding banquet, do not sit in the place of honor, in case someone more distinguished than you has been invited.… Cross References Proverbs 25:6-7 Do not exalt yourself in the presence of the king, and do not stand in the place of great men; / for it is better that he says to you, “Come up here!” than that you should be demoted in the presence of the prince. Even what you have seen with your own eyes, Matthew 23:12 For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted. James 4:6 But He gives us more grace. This is why it says: “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” 1 Peter 5:5 Young men, in the same way, submit yourselves to your elders. And all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” Matthew 20:16 So the last will be first, and the first will be last.” Matthew 19:30 But many who are first will be last, and the last will be first. Luke 18:14 I tell you, this man, rather than the Pharisee, went home justified. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.” Philippians 2:3 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves. Romans 12:3 For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but think of yourself with sober judgment, according to the measure of faith God has given you. Proverbs 16:18 Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall. Proverbs 11:2 When pride comes, disgrace follows, but with humility comes wisdom. Matthew 5:3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 18:4 Therefore, whoever humbles himself like this little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. 1 Samuel 2:7-8 The LORD sends poverty and wealth; He humbles and He exalts. / He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the ash heap. He seats them among princes and bestows on them a throne of honor. For the foundations of the earth are the LORD’s, and upon them He has set the world. Isaiah 57:15 For thus says the One who is high and lifted up, who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: “I dwell in a high and holy place, and with the oppressed and humble in spirit, to restore the spirit of the lowly and revive the heart of the contrite. Treasury of Scripture And he put forth a parable to those which were bidden, when he marked how they chose out the chief rooms; saying to them. put. Judges 14:12 And Samson said unto them, I will now put forth a riddle unto you: if ye can certainly declare it me within the seven days of the feast, and find it out, then I will give you thirty sheets and thirty change of garments: Proverbs 8:1 Doth not wisdom cry? and understanding put forth her voice? Ezekiel 17:2 Son of man, put forth a riddle, and speak a parable unto the house of Israel; they. Luke 11:43 Woe unto you, Pharisees! for ye love the uppermost seats in the synagogues, and greetings in the markets. Luke 20:46 Beware of the scribes, which desire to walk in long robes, and love greetings in the markets, and the highest seats in the synagogues, and the chief rooms at feasts; Matthew 23:6 And love the uppermost rooms at feasts, and the chief seats in the synagogues, Jump to Previous Best Bidden Chief Choosing Chose Feast First Form Forth Guests Honor Illustration Invited Marked Marking Noticed Parable Picked Picking Places Remarking Rooms Seats Simile Speaking Story Table Teaching UsedJump to Next Best Bidden Chief Choosing Chose Feast First Form Forth Guests Honor Illustration Invited Marked Marking Noticed Parable Picked Picking Places Remarking Rooms Seats Simile Speaking Story Table Teaching UsedLuke 14 1. Jesus heals the dropsy on the Sabbath;7. teaches humility; 12. to feast the poor; 15. under the parable of the great supper, 23. shows how worldly minded men shall be shut out of heaven. 25. Those who will be his disciples, to bear their cross must make their accounts beforehand, 31. lest with shame they revolt from him afterward; 34. and become altogether unprofitable, like salt that has lost its flavor. When Jesus noticed how the guests chose the places of honor In the cultural context of first-century Judea, social gatherings and banquets were significant events where social status was visibly displayed. Guests often vied for the most prestigious seats, which were typically closest to the host. This behavior reflects the human tendency towards pride and self-exaltation, a theme frequently addressed in Scripture (Proverbs 25:6-7). Jesus, observing this behavior, uses it as a teaching moment to address the deeper issue of humility versus pride. He told them a parable: Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe central figure in this passage, Jesus is observing the behavior of the guests at a meal and uses this as an opportunity to teach a lesson through a parable. 2. Guests These are the individuals attending the meal, who are choosing places of honor for themselves, prompting Jesus to address their behavior. 3. Parable A teaching method used by Jesus to convey deeper spiritual truths through simple accounts or comparisons. 4. Meal Setting The context of this event is a meal, likely a banquet, where social customs and seating arrangements were significant. 5. Pharisees' House Although not explicitly mentioned in this verse, the broader context of Luke 14 indicates that Jesus is dining at the house of a prominent Pharisee, which is important for understanding the social dynamics at play. Teaching Points Humility Over HonorJesus uses the parable to teach that seeking honor for oneself is contrary to the values of the Kingdom of God. True honor comes from God, not self-promotion. Observing Social Behavior Jesus' observation of the guests' behavior serves as a reminder that our actions and choices are always seen by God, and we should strive to reflect Christ-like humility. The Danger of Pride Pride can lead to embarrassment and shame, as illustrated in the parable. Believers are called to practice humility and let God elevate them in due time. Kingdom Values The values of the Kingdom of God often invert worldly values. In God's Kingdom, the last will be first, and the first will be last. Practical Humility In our daily lives, we should seek to serve others and put their needs before our own, reflecting the humility of Christ.(7) And he put forth a parable.--The passage has the interest of being, in conjunction with Luke 11:43, the germ of the great invective of Matthew 23:6, and the verses that follow. (See Notes there.) Chief rooms.--Better, chief places, or chief couches; literally, the chief places to recline in after the Eastern fashion. This, again, implies the semi-public character of the feast. The host did not at first place his guests according to his own notions of fitness. They were left to struggle for precedence. What follows is hardly a parable in our modern sense of the term, but is so called as being something more than a mere precept, and as illustrated by a half-dramatic dialogue. Verses 7-14. - At the Pharisee's feast. The Master's teaching on the subject of seeking the most honourable places. Who ought to be the guests at such feasts. Verse 7. - And he put forth a parable to those which were hidden, when he marked how they chose out the chief rooms; saying unto them. The scene with the sufferer who had been healed of his dropsy was now over. The Master was silent, and the guests proceeded to take their places at the banquet. Jesus remained still, watching the manoeuvring on the part of scribes and doctors and wealthy guests to secure the higher and more honourable seats. "The chief rooms;" better rendered "first places."Parallel Commentaries ... Greek When [Jesus] noticedἐπέχων (epechōn) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 1907: From epi and echo; to hold upon, i.e. to retain; to detain; to pay attention to. how πῶς (pōs) Conjunction Strong's 4459: Adverb from the base of pou; an interrogative particle of manner; in what way?; also as exclamation, how much! the τοὺς (tous) Article - Accusative Masculine Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. guests κεκλημένους (keklēmenous) Verb - Perfect Participle Middle or Passive - Accusative Masculine Plural Strong's 2564: (a) I call, summon, invite, (b) I call, name. Akin to the base of keleuo; to 'call'. chose ἐξελέγοντο (exelegonto) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 1586: To pick out for myself, choose, elect, select. Middle voice from ek and lego; to select. the τὰς (tas) Article - Accusative Feminine Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. places of honor, πρωτοκλισίας (prōtoklisias) Noun - Accusative Feminine Plural Strong's 4411: From protos and klisia; a reclining first at the dinner-bed, i.e. Preeminence at meals. He told Ἔλεγεν (Elegen) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 2036: Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say. them αὐτούς (autous) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Plural 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. a parable: παραβολήν (parabolēn) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 3850: From paraballo; a similitude, i.e. fictitious narrative, apothegm or adage. 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