Luke 5:11
New International Version
So they pulled their boats up on shore, left everything and followed him.

New Living Translation
And as soon as they landed, they left everything and followed Jesus.

English Standard Version
And when they had brought their boats to land, they left everything and followed him.

Berean Standard Bible
And when they had brought their boats ashore, they left everything and followed Him.

Berean Literal Bible
And having brought down the boats upon the land, having left all, they followed Him.

King James Bible
And when they had brought their ships to land, they forsook all, and followed him.

New King James Version
So when they had brought their boats to land, they forsook all and followed Him.

New American Standard Bible
When they had brought their boats to land, they left everything and followed Him.

NASB 1995
When they had brought their boats to land, they left everything and followed Him.

NASB 1977
And when they had brought their boats to land, they left everything and followed Him.

Legacy Standard Bible
And when they had brought their boats to land, they left everything and followed Him.

Amplified Bible
After they had brought their boats to land, they left everything and followed Him [becoming His disciples, believing and trusting in Him and following His example].

Berean Annotated Bible
And when they had brought their boats ashore, they left everything and followed Him.

Christian Standard Bible
Then they brought the boats to land, left everything, and followed him.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then they brought the boats to land, left everything, and followed Him.

American Standard Version
And when they had brought their boats to land, they left all, and followed him.

Contemporary English Version
The men pulled their boats up on the shore. Then they left everything and went with Jesus.

English Revised Version
And when they had brought their boats to land, they left all, and followed him.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Simon and his partners brought the boats to shore, left everything, and followed Jesus.

Good News Translation
They pulled the boats up on the beach, left everything, and followed Jesus.

International Standard Version
So when they brought the boats to shore, they left everything and followed Jesus.

NET Bible
So when they had brought their boats to shore, they left everything and followed him.

New Heart English Bible
When they had brought their boats to land, they left everything, and followed him.

Webster's Bible Translation
And when they had brought their boats to land, they forsook all, and followed him.

Weymouth New Testament
Then, after bringing their boats to land, they left everything and followed Him.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
And when they had brought their boats ashore, they left everything and followed Him.

World English Bible
When they had brought their boats to land, they left everything, and followed him.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and they, having brought the boats on the land, having left all, followed Him.

Berean Literal Bible
And having brought down the boats upon the land, having left all, they followed Him.

Young's Literal Translation
and they, having brought the boats upon the land, having left all, did follow him.

Smith's Literal Translation
And having brought down the ship upon the land, having let go all things, they followed him.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And having brought their ships to land, leaving all things, they followed him.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And having led their boats to land, leaving behind everything, they followed him.

New American Bible
When they brought their boats to the shore, they left everything and followed him.

New Revised Standard Version
When they had brought their boats to shore, they left everything and followed him.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And they brought the boats to land, and left everything and followed him.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And they brought those ships to land, and they left everything and they came after him.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And when they had brought their ships to the land, they left all and followed him.

Godbey New Testament
And drawing up their ships to the land, having left all things, they followed Him.

Haweis New Testament
And when they had brought their vessels on shore, they left all, and followed him.

Mace New Testament
then having brought their boats to shore, they left every thing, and followed him.

Weymouth New Testament
Then, after bringing their boats to land, they left everything and followed Him.

Worrell New Testament
And, having brought their boats to the land, leaving all, they followed Him.

Worsley New Testament
And when they had brought their ships to land, they left all and followed Him.

Additional Translations ...



Context
The First Disciples
10and so were his partners James and John, the sons of Zebedee. “Do not be afraid,” Jesus said to Simon. “From now on you will catch men.” 11And when they had brought their boats ashore, they left everything and followed Him. 12While Jesus was in one of the towns, a man came along who was covered with leprosy. When he saw Jesus, he fell facedown and begged Him, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.”…

Cross References
And when they had brought their boats ashore,

Mark 1:18-20
And at once they left their nets and followed Him. / Going on a little farther, He saw James son of Zebedee and his brother John. They were in a boat, mending their nets. / Immediately Jesus called them, and they left their father Zebedee in the boat with the hired men and followed Him.

Matthew 4:18-22
As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, He saw two brothers, Simon called Peter and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the sea, for they were fishermen. / “Come, follow Me,” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers of men.” / And at once they left their nets and followed Him. …

John 21:3-11
Simon Peter told them, “I am going fishing.” “We will go with you,” they said. So they went out and got into the boat, but caught nothing that night. / Early in the morning, Jesus stood on the shore, but the disciples did not recognize that it was Jesus. / So He called out to them, “Children, do you have any fish?” “No,” they answered. …
they left everything

Luke 18:28-30
“Look,” said Peter, “we have left all we had to follow You.” / “Truly I tell you,” Jesus replied, “no one who has left home or wife or brothers or parents or children for the sake of the kingdom of God / will fail to receive many times more in this age—and in the age to come, eternal life.”

Mark 10:28-30
Peter began to say to Him, “Look, we have left everything and followed You.” / “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.

Matthew 19:27-29
“Look,” Peter replied, “we have left everything to follow You. What then will there be for us?” / Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, in the renewal of all things, when the Son of Man sits on His glorious throne, you who have followed Me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel. / And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or wife or children or fields for the sake of My name will receive a hundredfold and will inherit eternal life.
and followed Him.

Matthew 9:9
As Jesus went on from there, He saw a man named Matthew sitting at the tax booth. “Follow Me,” He told him, and Matthew got up and followed Him.

Mark 2:14
As He was walking along, He saw Levi son of Alphaeus sitting at the tax booth. “Follow Me,” He told him, and Levi got up and followed Him.

John 12:26
If anyone serves Me, he must follow Me; and where I am, My servant will be as well. If anyone serves Me, the Father will honor him.
Matthew 4:19-20
“Come, follow Me,” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers of men.” / And at once they left their nets and followed Him.

Mark 1:16-18
As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, He saw Simon and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the sea, for they were fishermen. / “Come, follow Me,” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers of men.” / And at once they left their nets and followed Him.

Matthew 19:27
“Look,” Peter replied, “we have left everything to follow You. What then will there be for us?”

Mark 10:28
Peter began to say to Him, “Look, we have left everything and followed You.”

John 1:35-42
The next day John was there again with two of his disciples. / When he saw Jesus walking by, he said, “Look, the Lamb of God!” / And when the two disciples heard him say this, they followed Jesus. …

Matthew 13:47-50
Once again, the kingdom of heaven is like a net that was cast into the sea and caught all kinds of fish. / When it was full, the men pulled it ashore. Then they sat down and sorted the good fish into containers, but threw the bad away. / So will it be at the end of the age: The angels will come and separate the wicked from the righteous …

John 15:16
You did not choose Me, but I chose you. And I appointed you to go and bear fruit—fruit that will remain—so that whatever you ask the Father in My name, He will give you.


Treasury of Scripture

And when they had brought their ships to land, they forsook all, and followed him.

they forsook.

Luke 18:28-30
Then Peter said, Lo, we have left all, and followed thee…

Matthew 4:20
And they straightway left their nets, and followed him.

Matthew 10:37
He that loveth father or mother more than me is not worthy of me: and he that loveth son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me.

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Luke 5
1. Jesus teaches the people out of Peter's ship;
4. shows how he will make them fishers of men;
12. cleanses the leper;
16. prays in the desert;
17. heals a paralytic;
27. calls Matthew the tax collector;
29. eats with sinners, as being the physician of souls;
33. foretells the fasting and afflictions of the apostles after his ascension;
36. and illustrates the matter by the parable of patches.












And when they had brought their boats ashore,

When Simon, James, and John brought their boats ashore, they left behind their former livelihood to follow Jesus.

Mrk 1:18-20 And at once they left their nets and followed Him.…
Mat 4:18-22 As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee,…
Jhn 21:3-11 Simon Peter told them, “I am going fishing.”…

they left everything

They set aside their boats, nets, and established occupation to answer Jesus’ call. Their decision marked a decisive break from their former way of life and a trust in His provision.

Luk 18:28-30 “Look,” said Peter, “we have left all we had to follow You.”…
Mrk 10:28-30 Peter began to say to Him, “Look, we have left everything…
Mat 19:27-29 “Look,” Peter replied, “we have left everything…

and followed Him.

They became Jesus’ disciples, traveling with Him, receiving His instruction, witnessing His works, and preparing for the work of gathering people into the kingdom of God.

Mat 9:9 As Jesus went on from there, He saw a man named Matthew…
Mrk 2:14 As He was walking along, He saw Levi son of Alphaeus…
Jhn 12:26 If anyone serves Me, he must follow Me; and where I am…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jesus Christ
The central figure in this passage, Jesus is calling His first disciples to follow Him. His authority and divine nature are evident as He commands the fishermen to leave their previous lives.

2. Simon Peter, James, and John
These fishermen are the primary individuals who respond to Jesus' call. They demonstrate faith and obedience by leaving their livelihoods to follow Jesus.

3. The Sea of Galilee
The location where this event takes place. It is significant as a setting for many of Jesus' teachings and miracles.

4. The Miraculous Catch of Fish
Preceding this verse, Jesus performs a miracle that results in a large catch of fish, symbolizing the abundance and provision that comes from following Him.

5. The Act of Leaving Everything
This event marks a pivotal moment of commitment and sacrifice, as the disciples abandon their former lives to pursue a new purpose with Jesus.
Teaching Points
Total Commitment to Christ
The disciples' decision to leave everything behind exemplifies the level of commitment required to follow Jesus. Believers are called to prioritize their relationship with Christ above all else.

Trust in Divine Provision
The miraculous catch of fish demonstrates that when we follow Jesus, He provides for our needs. Trusting in God's provision allows us to step out in faith.

Obedience to God's Call
The immediate response of the disciples highlights the importance of obedience. When God calls us, we should respond without hesitation, trusting in His plan.

Transformation of Purpose
By leaving their nets, the disciples embraced a new identity and mission. Following Jesus transforms our purpose, aligning it with His kingdom work.

Faith Over Fear
The disciples' willingness to leave their security and follow Jesus challenges us to overcome fear with faith, trusting in God's greater plan for our lives.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Luke 5:11?

2. How can we "left everything and followed Him" in our daily lives today?

3. What does Luke 5:11 teach about prioritizing Jesus over worldly possessions?

4. How does Luke 5:11 connect with Matthew 6:33 about seeking God's kingdom first?

5. In what ways can we demonstrate commitment to Christ like the disciples did?

6. How can we encourage others to follow Jesus wholeheartedly as in Luke 5:11?

7. How does Luke 5:11 illustrate the concept of total commitment to Jesus?

8. What does leaving everything behind in Luke 5:11 signify for modern believers?

9. How does Luke 5:11 challenge the idea of material wealth in Christian life?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Luke 5?


(11) They forsook all . . .--This is obviously the strong point in favour of the identity of the facts related by the three Evangelists, but it admits of being explained, as above, by supposing a temporary return (such as we find after the Resurrection in John 21:1) to their former calling.

Luke 5:11 records a straightforward sequence—boats beached, livelihoods abandoned, Christ pursued. The narrative is literal, the cost is total, and the invitation is enduring. The verse challenges every reader: land the boat, leave whatever rivals Christ, and walk in His footsteps day by day.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
And when
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

they had brought
καταγαγόντες (katagagontes)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 2609: From kata and ago; to lead down; specially, to moor a vessel.

[their]
τὰ (ta)
Article - Accusative Neuter Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

boats
πλοῖα (ploia)
Noun - Accusative Neuter Plural
Strong's 4143: A ship, vessel, boat. From pleo; a sailer, i.e. Vessel.

ashore,
γῆν (gēn)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1093: Contracted from a primary word; soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe.

they left
ἀφέντες (aphentes)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 863: From apo and hiemi; to send forth, in various applications.

everything
πάντα (panta)
Adjective - Accusative Neuter 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.

[and] followed
ἠκολούθησαν (ēkolouthēsan)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 190: To accompany, attend, follow. Properly, to be in the same way with, i.e. To accompany.

Him.
αὐτῷ (autō)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.


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