Luke 4:6
New International Version
And he said to him, “I will give you all their authority and splendor; it has been given to me, and I can give it to anyone I want to.

New Living Translation
“I will give you the glory of these kingdoms and authority over them,” the devil said, “because they are mine to give to anyone I please.

English Standard Version
and said to him, “To you I will give all this authority and their glory, for it has been delivered to me, and I give it to whom I will.

Berean Standard Bible
“I will give You authority over all these kingdoms and all their glory,” he said. “For it has been relinquished to me, and I can give it to anyone I wish.

Berean Literal Bible
And the devil said to Him, "I will give to You all this authority, and its glory; for it has been delivered to me, and I give it to whom I wish.

King James Bible
And the devil said unto him, All this power will I give thee, and the glory of them: for that is delivered unto me; and to whomsoever I will I give it.

New King James Version
And the devil said to Him, “All this authority I will give You, and their glory; for this has been delivered to me, and I give it to whomever I wish.

New American Standard Bible
And the devil said to Him, “I will give You all this domain and its glory, for it has been handed over to me, and I give it to whomever I want.

NASB 1995
And the devil said to Him, “I will give You all this domain and its glory; for it has been handed over to me, and I give it to whomever I wish.

NASB 1977
And the devil said to Him, “I will give You all this domain and its glory; for it has been handed over to me, and I give it to whomever I wish.

Legacy Standard Bible
And the devil said to Him, “I will give You all this dominion and its glory, for it has been handed over to me, and I give it to whomever I wish.

Amplified Bible
And the devil said to Him, “I will give You all this realm and its glory [its power, its renown]; because it has been handed over to me, and I give it to whomever I wish.

Christian Standard Bible
The devil said to him, “I will give you their splendor and all this authority, because it has been given over to me, and I can give it to anyone I want.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The Devil said to Him, “I will give You their splendor and all this authority, because it has been given over to me, and I can give it to anyone I want.

American Standard Version
And the devil said unto him, To thee will I give all this authority, and the glory of them: for it hath been delivered unto me; and to whomsoever I will I give it.

Contemporary English Version
The devil said, "I will give all this power and glory to you. It has been given to me, and I can give it to anyone I want to.

English Revised Version
And the devil said unto him, To thee will I give all this authority, and the glory of them: for it hath been delivered unto me; and to whomsoever I will I give it.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The devil said to him, "I will give you all the power and glory of these kingdoms. All of it has been given to me, and I give it to anyone I please.

Good News Translation
"I will give you all this power and all this wealth," the Devil told him. "It has all been handed over to me, and I can give it to anyone I choose.

International Standard Version
He told Jesus, "I will give you all this authority, along with their glory, because it has been given to me, and I give it to anyone I please.

Majority Standard Bible
“I will give You authority over all these kingdoms and all their glory,” he said. “For it has been relinquished to me, and I can give it to anyone I wish.

NET Bible
And he said to him, "To you I will grant this whole realm--and the glory that goes along with it, for it has been relinquished to me, and I can give it to anyone I wish.

New Heart English Bible
The devil said to him, "I will give you all this authority, and their glory, for it has been delivered to me; and I give it to whomever I want.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the devil said to him, All this power will I give thee, and the glory of them: for that is delivered to me, and to whomsoever I will, I give it.

Weymouth New Testament
And the Devil said to Him, "To you will I give all this authority and this splendour; for it has been handed over to me, and on whomsoever I will I bestow it.

World English Bible
The devil said to him, “I will give you all this authority and their glory, for it has been delivered to me, and I give it to whomever I want.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and the Devil said to Him, “To You I will give all this authority, and their glory, because to me it has been delivered, and to whomsoever I will, I give it;

Berean Literal Bible
And the devil said to Him, "I will give to You all this authority, and its glory; for it has been delivered to me, and I give it to whom I wish.

Young's Literal Translation
and the Devil said to him, 'To thee I will give all this authority, and their glory, because to me it hath been delivered, and to whomsoever I will, I do give it;

Smith's Literal Translation
And the devil said to him, I will give thee all this power, and their glory; for to me has it been delivered; and to whom I will I give it.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And he said to him: To thee will I give all this power, and the glory of them; for to me they are delivered, and to whom I will, I give them.

Catholic Public Domain Version
and he said to him: “To you, I will give all this power, and its glory. For they have been handed over to me, and I give them to whomever I wish.

New American Bible
The devil said to him, “I shall give to you all this power and their glory; for it has been handed over to me, and I may give it to whomever I wish.

New Revised Standard Version
And the devil said to him, “To you I will give their glory and all this authority; for it has been given over to me, and I give it to anyone I please.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the adversary said to him, I will give you all this power and its glory, which are entrusted to me, and I give it to whom I please;

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And The Devil said to him, “I shall give you all this dominion and its glory, for it is delivered to me, and I give it to whomever I want.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And the devil said to him: I will give you all the authority and glory of these, for it is delivered to me; and to whomever I will, I give it.

Godbey New Testament
And the devil said to Him, I will give all the authority and glories of these to thee: because it has been given unto me: and I give it to whom I may wish;

Haweis New Testament
and the devil said unto him, I will give thee all this authority, and the glory of these; for to me it is delivered, and to whomsoever I will, I give it.

Mace New Testament
all this power, said he, will I give thee, and the glory of them: for they are at my disposal, and where I please, I bestow them.

Weymouth New Testament
And the Devil said to Him, "To you will I give all this authority and this splendour; for it has been handed over to me, and on whomsoever I will I bestow it.

Worrell New Testament
And the Devil said to Him, "To Thee will I give all this authority, and the glory of them; because to me it has been delivered, and to whomsoever I will I give it.

Worsley New Testament
and said to Him, All this power will I give thee, and the glory of them: for it is committed to me, and I give it to whomsoever I will.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Temptation of Jesus
5Then the devil led Him up to a high place and showed Him in an instant all the kingdoms of the world. 6“I will give You authority over all these kingdoms and all their glory,” he said. “For it has been relinquished to me, and I can give it to anyone I wish. 7So if You worship me, it will all be Yours.”…

Cross References
Matthew 4:8-9
Again, the devil took Him to a very high mountain and showed Him all the kingdoms of the world and their glory. / “All this I will give You,” he said, “if You will fall down and worship me.”

Revelation 13:2
The beast I saw was like a leopard, with the feet of a bear and the mouth of a lion. And the dragon gave the beast his power and his throne and great authority.

John 12:31
Now judgment is upon this world; now the prince of this world will be cast out.

2 Corinthians 4:4
The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so they cannot see the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God.

Ephesians 2:2
in which you used to walk when you conformed to the ways of this world and of the ruler of the power of the air, the spirit who is now at work in the sons of disobedience.

1 John 5:19
We know that we are of God, and that the whole world is under the power of the evil one.

Revelation 12:9
And the great dragon was hurled down—that ancient serpent called the devil and Satan, the deceiver of the whole world. He was hurled to the earth, and his angels with him.

Daniel 4:17
This decision is the decree of the watchers, the verdict declared by the holy ones, so that the living will know that the Most High rules over the kingdom of mankind and gives it to whom He wishes, setting over it the lowliest of men.’

John 14:30
I will not speak with you much longer, for the prince of this world is coming, and he has no claim on Me.

1 John 3:8
The one who practices sin is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the very start. This is why the Son of God was revealed, to destroy the works of the devil.

Revelation 20:3
And he threw him into the Abyss, shut it, and sealed it over him, so that he could not deceive the nations until the thousand years were complete. After that, he must be released for a brief period of time.

Job 1:6-12
One day the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan also came with them. / “Where have you come from?” said the LORD to Satan. “From roaming through the earth,” he replied, “and walking back and forth in it.” / Then the LORD said to Satan, “Have you considered My servant Job? For there is no one on earth like him, a man who is blameless and upright, who fears God and shuns evil.” ...

Job 2:1-6
On another day the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan also came with them to present himself before Him. / “Where have you come from?” said the LORD to Satan. “From roaming through the earth,” he replied, “and walking back and forth in it.” / Then the LORD said to Satan, “Have you considered My servant Job? For there is no one on earth like him, a man who is blameless and upright, who fears God and shuns evil. He still retains his integrity, even though you incited Me against him to ruin him without cause.” ...

Isaiah 14:12-15
How you have fallen from heaven, O day star, son of the dawn! You have been cut down to the ground, O destroyer of nations. / You said in your heart: “I will ascend to the heavens; I will raise my throne above the stars of God. I will sit on the mount of assembly, in the far reaches of the north. / I will ascend above the tops of the clouds; I will make myself like the Most High.” ...

Ezekiel 28:12-17
“Son of man, take up a lament for the king of Tyre and tell him that this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘You were the seal of perfection, full of wisdom and perfect in beauty. / You were in Eden, the garden of God. Every kind of precious stone adorned you: ruby, topaz, and diamond, beryl, onyx, and jasper, sapphire, turquoise, and emerald. Your mountings and settings were crafted in gold, prepared on the day of your creation. / You were anointed as a guardian cherub, for I had ordained you. You were on the holy mountain of God; you walked among the fiery stones. ...


Treasury of Scripture

And the devil said to him, All this power will I give you, and the glory of them: for that is delivered to me; and to whomsoever I will I give it.

All.

John 8:44
Ye are of your father the devil, and the lusts of your father ye will do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and abode not in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaketh a lie, he speaketh of his own: for he is a liar, and the father of it.

2 Corinthians 11:14
And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light.

Revelation 12:9
And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world: he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him.

and the.

Esther 5:11
And Haman told them of the glory of his riches, and the multitude of his children, and all the things wherein the king had promoted him, and how he had advanced him above the princes and servants of the king.

Isaiah 5:14
Therefore hell hath enlarged herself, and opened her mouth without measure: and their glory, and their multitude, and their pomp, and he that rejoiceth, shall descend into it.

Isaiah 23:9
The LORD of hosts hath purposed it, to stain the pride of all glory, and to bring into contempt all the honourable of the earth.

and to.

John 12:31
Now is the judgment of this world: now shall the prince of this world be cast out.

John 14:30
Hereafter I will not talk much with you: for the prince of this world cometh, and hath nothing in me.

Ephesians 2:2
Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience:

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Luke 4
1. The fasting and temptation of Jesus.
14. He begins to preach.
16. The people of Nazareth marvel at words, but seek to kill him.
33. He cures one possessed of a demon,
38. Peter's mother-in-law,
40. and various other sick persons.
41. The demons acknowledge Jesus, and are reproved for it.
42. He preaches through the cities of Galilee.














I will give You
This phrase is spoken by Satan during the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness. The Greek word for "give" is "δώσω" (dōsō), which implies a transfer of power or possession. In the context of the temptation, Satan is attempting to offer Jesus something that is not rightfully his to give, highlighting the deceitful nature of the adversary. This offer is a counterfeit promise, as true authority belongs to God alone. Theologically, this reflects the ongoing spiritual battle where Satan tries to usurp God's authority.

authority over all these kingdoms
The term "authority" comes from the Greek "ἐξουσία" (exousia), meaning power or right to act. In the ancient world, kingdoms were often ruled by monarchs who wielded absolute power. Satan's claim to offer authority over these kingdoms is a direct challenge to God's sovereignty. Historically, the Roman Empire, which dominated the known world at the time, was seen as the epitome of earthly power. Yet, Jesus' mission was not to establish an earthly kingdom but a heavenly one, emphasizing the spiritual nature of His reign.

and all their glory
The word "glory" is translated from the Greek "δόξα" (doxa), which can mean splendor, honor, or magnificence. In biblical terms, true glory is attributed to God. The glory of earthly kingdoms is temporary and pales in comparison to the eternal glory of God's kingdom. This phrase serves as a reminder of the fleeting nature of worldly power and the eternal significance of spiritual truth.

he said
This simple phrase indicates the speaker, Satan, who is often referred to as the "father of lies" (John 8:44). His words are a mixture of truth and deception, as he acknowledges his temporary dominion over the earth but fails to recognize God's ultimate authority. This highlights the importance of discernment and reliance on God's Word to counteract falsehoods.

for it has been relinquished to me
The word "relinquished" suggests a transfer or surrender of control. The Greek term "παραδίδωμι" (paradidōmi) can mean to hand over or deliver. This reflects the biblical understanding that, due to humanity's fall into sin, Satan has a certain level of influence over the world. However, this is not a permanent state, as Christ's redemptive work on the cross ultimately defeats Satan's power.

and I can give it to anyone I wish
This claim by Satan is a bold assertion of his perceived power. The phrase "I can give" uses the Greek "δίδωμι" (didōmi), emphasizing the act of bestowing or granting. However, this is a deceptive promise, as true authority and dominion belong to God alone. This statement serves as a caution against the allure of worldly power and the importance of seeking God's will above all else.

(6) For that is delivered unto me.--Better, hath been delivered unto me. The specific assertion of the usurped dominion, though implied in St. Matthew, is in its form peculiar to St. Luke. (See Note on Matthew 4:9.) The notion that any such delegated sovereignty had been assigned to the Tempter, either before or after his fall from his first estate, has, it need hardly be said, no foundation in Scripture. It asserts that "the earth is the Lord's, and the fulness thereof" (Psalm 24:1); and the claim of the Tempter was a lying boast, resting only on the permitted activity and temporary predominance of evil in the actual course of the world's history.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
“I will give
δώσω (dōsō)
Verb - Future Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1325: To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.

You
Σοὶ (Soi)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

authority
ἐξουσίαν (exousian)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1849: From exesti; privilege, i.e. force, capacity, competency, freedom, or mastery, delegated influence.

over all
ἅπασαν (hapasan)
Adjective - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 537: All, the whole, altogether. Absolutely all or every one.

[these kingdoms]
ταύτην (tautēn)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3778: This; he, she, it.

and [all]
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

their
αὐτῶν (autōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Feminine 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.

glory,”
δόξαν (doxan)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1391: From the base of dokeo; glory, in a wide application.

[he]
διάβολος (diabolos)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 1228: From diaballo; a traducer; specially, Satan.

said.
εἶπεν (eipen)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2036: Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.

“For
ὅτι (hoti)
Conjunction
Strong's 3754: Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.

it has been relinquished
παραδέδοται (paradedotai)
Verb - Perfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 3860: From para and didomi; to surrender, i.e yield up, intrust, transmit.

to me,
ἐμοὶ (emoi)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

I can give
δίδωμι (didōmi)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1325: To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.

it
αὐτήν (autēn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Feminine 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.

to anyone
(hō)
Personal / Relative Pronoun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3739: Who, which, what, that.

I wish.
θέλω (thelō)
Verb - Present Subjunctive Active - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 2309: To will, wish, desire, be willing, intend, design.


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