Luke 11:49

"So you testify and consent to the works of your fathers. For they killed them, and you build their tombs."

Key Reflection

In Luke 11:49, Jesus addresses the religious leaders, pointing out that they are continuing the legacy of their forefathers by both condemning and honoring those who were executed for proclaiming the gospel message. The verse highlights a paradoxical behavior where these leaders acknowledge the righteousness of their ancestors' actions while simultaneously perpetuating similar injustices. This reflects a historical context where religious traditions often have complex layers, involving both reverence for heritage and ongoing cycles of persecution that Jesus sought to challenge.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 49. See Barnes "Mt 23:29". Also Mt 23:30-36. The wisdom of God. By the wisdom of God, here, is undoubtedly meant the Saviour himself. What he immediately says is not written in the Old Testament. Jesus is called the word of God (Joh 1:1), because he is the medium by which God speaks or makes his will known. He is called the wisdom of God, because by him God makes his wisdom known in creation (Co 1:13-18) and in redemption (1 Co 1:30). Many have also thought that the Messiah was referred to in the 8th chapter of Proverbs, under the name of Wisdom. I will send, &c. See Lu 10:3; Mt 10:16. Shall slay, &c. Comp. Joh 16:2; Ac 7:52,59; Jas 5:10; Ac 12:2; 22:19; 2 Co 11:24,25; 2 Ch 36:15,16.

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