New International Version “Truly I tell you,” he said, “this poor widow has put in more than all the others. New Living Translation “I tell you the truth,” Jesus said, “this poor widow has given more than all the rest of them. English Standard Version And he said, “Truly, I tell you, this poor widow has put in more than all of them. Berean Standard Bible “Truly I tell you,” He said, “this poor widow has put in more than all the others. Berean Literal Bible “And He said, “Truly I say to you⁺ that this poor widow cast in more than all. King James Bible And he said, Of a truth I say unto you, that this poor widow hath cast in more than they all: New King James Version So He said, “Truly I say to you that this poor widow has put in more than all; New American Standard Bible And He said, “Truly I say to you, this poor widow put in more than all of them; NASB 1995 And He said, “Truly I say to you, this poor widow put in more than all of them; NASB 1977 And He said, “Truly I say to you, this poor widow put in more than all of them; Legacy Standard Bible And He said, “Truly I say to you, this poor widow put in more than all of them. Amplified Bible He said, “Truly I say to you, this poor widow has put in [proportionally] more than all of them; Berean Annotated Bible “Truly I tell you⁺, He said, “this poor widow has put in more than all the others. Christian Standard Bible “Truly I tell you,” he said, “this poor widow has put in more than all of them. Holman Christian Standard Bible “I tell you the truth,” He said. “This poor widow has put in more than all of them. American Standard Version And he said, Of a truth I say unto you, This poor widow cast in more than they all: Contemporary English Version And he said, "I tell you that this poor woman has put in more than all the others. English Revised Version And he said, Of a truth I say unto you, This poor widow cast in more than they all: GOD'S WORD® Translation He said, "I can guarantee this truth: This poor widow has given more than all the others. Good News Translation He said, "I tell you that this poor widow put in more than all the others. International Standard Version He said, "I tell you with certainty, this destitute widow has dropped in more than all of them, NET Bible He said, "I tell you the truth, this poor widow has put in more than all of them. New Heart English Bible He said, "Truly I tell you, this poor widow put in more than all of them, Webster's Bible Translation And he said, Of a truth I say to you, that this poor widow hath cast in more than they all. Weymouth New Testament and He said, "In truth I tell you that this widow, so poor, has thrown in more than any of them. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bible“Truly I tell you,” He said, “this poor widow has put in more than all the others. World English Bible He said, “Truly I tell you, this poor widow put in more than all of them, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand He said, “Truly I say to you that this poor widow cast in more than all; Berean Literal Bible “And He said, “Truly I say to you⁺ that this poor widow cast in more than all. Young's Literal Translation and he said, 'Truly I say to you, that this poor widow did cast in more than all; Smith's Literal Translation And he said, Truly I say to you, that this poor widow has cast in more than all: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he said: Verily I say to you, that this poor widow hath cast in more than they all: Catholic Public Domain Version And he said: “Truly, I say to you, that this poor widow has put in more than all the others. New American Bible He said, “I tell you truly, this poor widow put in more than all the rest; New Revised Standard Version He said, “Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put in more than all of them; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he said, Truly I say to you, that this poor widow has cast in more than every man. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And he said, “I tell you the reality, that this poor widow has cast in more than anyone. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd he said: Of a truth, I say to you, that this poor widow has thrown in more than they all. Godbey New Testament And He said; Haweis New Testament And he said, Of a truth I tell you that this poor widow hath put in more than all they: Mace New Testament and he said, I declare unto you, that this poor widow has thrown in more than they all. Weymouth New Testament and He said, "In truth I tell you that this widow, so poor, has thrown in more than any of them. Worrell New Testament And He said, Worsley New Testament And He said, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Poor Widow's Offering…2and He saw a poor widow put in two small copper coins. 3“Truly I tell you,” He said, “this poor widow has put in more than all the others. 4For they all contributed out of their surplus, but she out of her poverty has put in all she had to live on.”… Cross References “Truly I tell you,” Matthew 25:40 And the King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of Mine, you did for Me.’ Mark 10:29-30 “Truly I tell you,” Jesus replied, “no one who has left home or brothers or sisters or mother or father or children or fields for My sake and for the gospel / will fail to receive a hundredfold in the present age—houses and brothers and sisters and mothers and children and fields, along with persecutions—and in the age to come, eternal life. Luke 12:44 Truly I tell you, he will put him in charge of all his possessions. He said, Mark 12:41-42 As Jesus was sitting opposite the treasury, He watched the crowd putting money into it. And many rich people put in large amounts. / Then one poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which amounted to a small fraction of a denarius. 2 Corinthians 8:3-4 For I testify that they gave according to their ability and even beyond it. Of their own accord, / they earnestly pleaded with us for the privilege of sharing in this service to the saints. 2 Corinthians 9:7 Each one should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not out of regret or compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver. “this poor widow has put in more than all the others.” Mark 12:43-44 Jesus called His disciples to Him and said, “Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put more than all the others into the treasury. / For they all contributed out of their surplus, but she out of her poverty has put in all she had to live on.” 2 Corinthians 8:12 For if the eagerness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what he does not have. 1 Samuel 16:7 But the LORD said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or height, for I have rejected him; the LORD does not see as man does. For man sees the outward appearance, but the LORD sees the heart.” Matthew 12:41 The men of Nineveh will stand at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for they repented at the preaching of Jonah, and now One greater than Jonah is here. Acts 20:35 In everything, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words of the Lord Jesus Himself: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’” Philippians 4:18 I have all I need and more, now that I have received your gifts from Epaphroditus. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, well-pleasing to God. James 2:5 Listen, my beloved brothers: Has not God chosen the poor of this world to be rich in faith and to inherit the kingdom He promised those who love Him? 1 Timothy 6:17-19 Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be conceited and not to put their hope in the uncertainty of wealth, but in God, who richly provides all things for us to enjoy. / Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, and to be generous and ready to share, / treasuring up for themselves a firm foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life. Matthew 6:19-21 Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. / But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. / For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Matthew 19:21 Jesus told him, “If you want to be perfect, go, sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow Me.” Treasury of Scripture And he said, Of a truth I say to you, that this poor widow has cast in more than they all: Of. Luke 4:25 But I tell you of a truth, many widows were in Israel in the days of Elias, when the heaven was shut up three years and six months, when great famine was throughout all the land; Luke 9:27 But I tell you of a truth, there be some standing here, which shall not taste of death, till they see the kingdom of God. Luke 12:44 Of a truth I say unto you, that he will make him ruler over all that he hath. more. Exodus 35:21-29 And they came, every one whose heart stirred him up, and every one whom his spirit made willing, and they brought the LORD'S offering to the work of the tabernacle of the congregation, and for all his service, and for the holy garments… Mark 12:43,44 And he called unto him his disciples, and saith unto them, Verily I say unto you, That this poor widow hath cast more in, than all they which have cast into the treasury: … Mark 14:8,9 She hath done what she could: she is come aforehand to anoint my body to the burying… Jump to Previous Cast Others Poor Thrown Truth Verily WidowJump to Next Cast Others Poor Thrown Truth Verily WidowLuke 21 1. Jesus commends the poor widow.5. He foretells the destruction of the temple, and of the city Jerusalem; 25. the signs also which shall be before the last day. 34. He exhorts them to be watchful. “Truly I tell you,” Jesus speaks with divine authority, drawing attention to a judgment that differs from ordinary human evaluation; “Amen” means “so be it” or “truth.” Mat 25:40 And the King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you… He said, Addressing His disciples near the temple treasury in Jerusalem, He interprets what they have just witnessed. Mrk 12:41-42 As Jesus was sitting opposite the treasury,… “this poor widow has put in more than all the others. Though her offering was small in monetary value, she gave from her lack while others gave from abundance. As a widow with limited means and little social security, she entrusted her remaining resources to God. Jesus measures the gift by its cost to the giver and the devotion it reveals, not by its visible amount. Mrk 12:43-44 Jesus called His disciples to Him and said,… Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe central figure in this passage, Jesus is observing and teaching in the temple. His teachings often challenge societal norms and reveal deeper spiritual truths. 2. The Poor Widow A woman of humble means who gives two small coins, known as mites, into the temple treasury. Her act of giving is highlighted by Jesus as an example of true generosity and faith. 3. The Temple The setting of this event, the temple in Jerusalem, serves as a place of worship and teaching. It is also a place where societal and religious practices are observed and sometimes critiqued by Jesus. 4. The Rich Those who are giving large amounts of money to the temple treasury, but whose giving is contrasted with that of the poor widow. Teaching Points True GenerosityTrue generosity is measured by the heart and sacrifice, not by the amount given. The widow's offering, though small, was significant because it was all she had. Faith and Trust The widow's act of giving all she had demonstrates profound faith and trust in God's provision. We are called to trust God with our resources, knowing He is our provider. God's Perspective God values the intentions and sacrifices behind our actions. We should strive to align our giving and service with a heart that seeks to honor God. Challenge of Materialism This passage challenges us to examine our own attitudes towards wealth and giving. Are we giving out of abundance or out of sacrifice? Encouragement for the Humble Those who feel their contributions are insignificant should be encouraged that God sees and values their sacrifices. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Luke 21:3?2. How does Luke 21:3 challenge our understanding of true generosity and sacrifice? 3. What can we learn about God's perspective on giving from Luke 21:3? 4. How does Luke 21:3 connect with 2 Corinthians 9:7 about cheerful giving? 5. In what ways can we apply the widow's example in our daily lives? 6. How can Luke 21:3 inspire us to prioritize spiritual wealth over material wealth? 7. What does Luke 21:3 reveal about Jesus' view on wealth and generosity? 8. How does Luke 21:3 challenge our understanding of true sacrifice? 9. Why does Jesus highlight the widow's offering in Luke 21:3? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Luke 21? (3) Of a truth.--St. Luke's use (according to the better MSS.) of the Greek for "truly," instead of St. Mark's "Amen" (so in the Greek), may, perhaps, be noted as characteristic.Jesus prefaces His comment with an ironclad “Truly,” stressing that what He says is reality from God’s viewpoint. As the authoritative Son, His judgment is final. Looking past large sums, He celebrates a destitute widow who gave everything, teaching that value in God’s kingdom is measured by sacrificial faith, not monetary amount. Her example calls believers to wholehearted trust, cheerful generosity, and confidence that the Lord sees and rewards even the smallest act done for Him. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek “TrulyἈληθῶς (Alēthōs) Adverb Strong's 230: Truly, really, certainly, surely. Adverb from alethes; truly. I tell λέγω (legō) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular Strong's 3004: (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. you,” ὑμῖν (hymin) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. He 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. “this αὕτη (hautē) Demonstrative Pronoun - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 3778: This; he, she, it. poor πτωχὴ (ptōchē) Adjective - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 4434: Poor, destitute, spiritually poor, either in a good sense (humble devout persons) or bad. widow χήρα (chēra) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 5503: Feminine of a presumed derivative apparently from the base of chasma through the idea of deficiency; a widow, literally or figuratively. has put in ἔβαλεν (ebalen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 906: (a) I cast, throw, rush, (b) often, in the weaker sense: I place, put, drop. A primary verb; to throw. more πλεῖον (pleion) Adjective - Accusative Neuter Singular - Comparative Strong's 4119: Or neuter pleion, or pleon comparative of polus; more in quantity, number, or quality; also the major portion. than all [the others]. πάντων (pantōn) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural Strong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. Additonal Resources Luke 21:3 Blue Letter BibleLuke 21:3 Bible Gateway Luke 21:3 Bible.com Luke 21:3 NIV |
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