Luke 14:11

"But when you are invited, go and sit in the lowest place, so that when he who invited you comes, he may tell you, ‘Friend, move up higher.’ Then you will be honored in the presence of all who sit at the table with you."

Key Reflection

This verse teaches humility and proper behavior in social settings as a reflection of one's spiritual standing. By willingly taking the lowest place, one demonstrates a humble heart that will ultimately earn greater honor from both God and others.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 11. Whosoever exalteth, &c. This is universal among men, and it is also the way in which God will deal with men. Men will perpetually endeavour to bring down those who endeavour to exalt themselves; and it is a part of God's regular plan to abase the proud, to bring down the lofty, to raise up those that be bowed down, and show his favours to those who are poor and needy. {e} "For, whosoever" 1 Sa 15:17; Job 22:29; Ps 18:27; Pr 15:33; 29:23 Mt 28:12; Lu 18:14; Jas 4:6; 1 Pe 5:5 __________________________________________________________________

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