Luke 7:42

A Sinful Woman Anoints Jesus · Luke 7:36–50
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Translations

Modern
When they were unable to repay him, he forgave both of them. Which one, then, will love him more?”
Traditional
And when they had nothing to pay, he frankly forgave them both. Tell me therefore, which of them will love him most?
Literal
Of them having nothing to repay, he forgave both. Therefore which of them will love him more?”
Latin
Non habentibus illis unde redderent, donavit utrisque. Quis ergo eum plus diligit?

Original

Greek
English
When they were unable to repay him, he forgave both of them. Which one, then, will love him more?”

Notes

What Jesus said in 7:35 is shown in this story by one of “wisdom’s children” (see study note on 7:35). She is a repentant sinner (a person who turns away from sin). She shows deep gratitude for the forgiveness she has received.

Events

Parallels

Matthew 26:6–13 Mark 14:3–9 John 12:1–8

Glossary

Banker, Banking Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Jesus Christ Justification, Justified Luke, Gospel of Meaning of Meals in the Bible Simon Sin

Topics

Creditor: Merciful Creditors: Sometimes Entirely Remitted Debts Faith: Faith in Christ: The Woman Who Anointed Jesus' Feet Jesus, the Christ: Anointed by a Sinful Woman (At Capernaum) Jesus, the Christ: Parable of Two Debtors Parables: Parables of Christ: Creditor and Debtors Pardon: Illustrated Repentance: The Woman Who Anointed Jesus with Oil Self-Righteousness: General Scriptures Concerning Simon: A Pharisee: Jesus Dines With Sin: Degrees In