Luke 8:17

The Lesson of the Lamp · Luke 8:16–18
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Translations

Modern
For there is nothing hidden that will not be disclosed, and nothing concealed that will not be made known and brought to light.
Traditional
For nothing is secret, that shall not be made manifest; neither any thing hid, that shall not be known and come abroad.
Literal
For nothing is hidden that will not become manifest, nor hidden away that shall not be known and come to visibility.
Latin
Non est enim occultum, quod non manifestetur: nec absconditum, quod non cognoscatur, et in palam veniat.

Original

Greek
English
For there is nothing hidden that will not be disclosed, and nothing concealed that will not be made known and brought to light.

Notes

A small clay lamp was filled with olive oil and placed in a space in the wall (an alcove). The message of Jesus gives light to those who listen, and it shows their true attitudes.

Events

Parallels

Mark 4:21–25

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Luke, Gospel of

Topics

Hurting Other Believers Jesus, the Christ: Parable of the Sower (At Lake Galilee) Pedophiles Religious Zeal: General Scriptures Concerning Revealing Secrets Secret: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Secrets Sin: Secret Sins