E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Luke 14:21
shewed = reported to. lord . App-98 . the master of the house . App-98 . Note these different titles, appropriate to each case, and see App-140 . the city. Jerusalem. See App-140 . the poor . Note the Figure of speech Polysyndeton ( App-6 ) in this verse, emphasizing each class (with no climax at the end). The opposite of the Figure of speech in verses: Luke 14:13 , Luke 14:14 . and. This is the Figure. halt = lame. The same word as "lame" in Luke 14:13 . read more
Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Luke 14:1-24
100. In the house of a Pharisee (Luke 14:1-24)When Jesus visited the house of a prominent Pharisee on the Sabbath day, his critics were waiting to see if he would heal a sick man who was there. When Jesus asked them if healing on the Sabbath was lawful, they refused to answer. Jesus again pointed out the hypocrisy of those who would care for animals on the Sabbath but not for people (Luke 14:1-6).As mealtime approached, Jesus noticed some guests choosing the places of honour at the table. He... read more