4. The problem of the resurrection 20:27-40 (cf. Matthew 22:23-33; Mark 12:18-27)This incident was also relevant for Luke’s original Greek readers. The question of the resurrection of the body was important in Greek philosophy (cf. 1 Corinthians 15). Luke used this incident in his narrative to bring Jesus’ confrontations with His critics in the temple courtyard to a climax. read more
The Sadducees’ commitment to the Old Testament was evident in their approach to Jesus. They began by quoting Deuteronomy 25:5 (cf. Genesis 38:8). The practice in question was levirate marriage. [Note: See Millar Burrows, "Levirate Marriage in Israel," Journal of Biblical Literature 59 (1940):23-33; idem, "The Marriage of Boaz and Ruth," Journal of Biblical Literature 59 (1940):445-54.] read more
20:28 brother. (e-35) Deuteronomy 25:5 . read more
Various Incidents of the Last Week1-8. The authority of Jesus challenged (Matthew 21:23; Mark 11:27). See on Mt.9-18. The wicked husbandmen (Matthew 21:33; Mark 12:1). See on Mt.19-26. The tribute money (Matthew 22:15; Mark 12:13). See on Mt.27-40. The Sadducees and the Resurrection (Matthew 22, 23; Mark 12:18). See on Mt.36. Neither can they die] This is perhaps given as a reason why after the Resurrection there is no more marriage.37. At the bush] RV ’in the place concerning the Bush’: cp.... read more
(27-39) Then came to him certain of the Sadducees.—See Notes on Matthew 22:23-33; Mark 12:18-27. read more
By What Authority? Luke 20:2 I. The Principle of Reservation. God reserves to Himself the right to restrain when He sees fit that full manifestation of Himself which some men nevertheless demand of Him. There are some men, some women, in whose heart there has frequently risen up something of this resentment: 'Why must I live in a state of imperfect knowledge, which is the result of a limited revelation?' And this incomplete manifestation of Himself by God for so I may call it has been felt,... read more
Chapter 23THE ESCHATOLOGY OF THE GOSPEL.COIFI, in his parable to the thanes and nobles of the North Humber country, likened the present life of man to the flight of a sparrow through one of their lighted halls, coming out of the night, and then disappearing in the dark winter whence it came; and he asked for Christianity a candid hearing, if perhaps she might tell the secrets of the beyond. And so indeed she does, lighting up the "dark winter" with a bright, though a partial apocalypse. It is... read more
CHAPTER 20 1. His Authority Demanded and His Answer.(Luke 20:1-8 ) 2. Parable of the Wicked Husbandmen. (Luke 20:9-19 ) 3. Question about Tribute to Caesar. (Luke 20:20-26 ) 4. The Question Concerning Resurrection. (Luke 20:27-40 ) 5. The Question Christ Asked. (Luke 20:41-44 ) 6. Beware of the Scribes! (Luke 20:45-47 .) The events in this chapter are found in both Matthew’s and Mark’s Gospels. The parable of the vineyard foretells His death. He is the son, the beloved son, whom the... read more
AUTHORITY:FROM HEAVEN OR OF MEN? (vs.1-8) The chief priests and scribes used every means they could to discredit the Lord Jesus among the people. While He was teaching and preaching in the temple, they planned a determined attack to challenge His right to do as He did. What authority did He have for teaching a preaching in the temple, and who gave Him this authority? Their thoughts were earthbound, for they thought of no authority but that of man, and this was the very snare that trapped... read more
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E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Luke 20:28
Moses . See note on Luke 5:14 . See Deuteronomy 23:4 . without children (Greek. ateknos) = children. Occurs only here and verses: Luke 20:29 , Luke 20:30 . raise up. App-178 .:2. App-108 . read more