Luke 22:34-36

New English Translation

Footnotes

1. Luke 22:34 tn Grk “he said”; the referent (Jesus) has been specified in the translation for clarity.
2. Luke 22:34 sn That is, Peter’s denials will happen before the sun rises.
3. Luke 22:34 sn Once again, Jesus is quite aware that Peter will deny him. Peter, however, is too nonchalant about the possibility of stumbling.
4. Luke 22:35 tn Here καί (kai) has been translated as “then” to indicate the implied sequence of events within the narrative.
5. Luke 22:35 tn Grk “he”; the referent (Jesus) has been specified in the translation for clarity.
6. Luke 22:35 tn Traditionally, “purse” (likewise in v. 36).
7. Luke 22:35 tn Or possibly “beggar’s bag” (L&N 6.145).
8. Luke 22:35 sn This refers back to 9:3 and 10:3-4. The Greek construction anticipates a negative reply which is indicated in the translation by the ‘tag’ at the end, “did you?” Nothing was lacking.
9. Luke 22:35 tn Grk “said.”
10. Luke 22:36 tn The syntax of this verse is disputed, resulting in various translations. The major options are either (1) that reflected in the translation or (2) that those who have a money bag and traveler’s bag should get a sword, just as those who do not have these items should sell their cloak to buy a sword. The point of all the options is that things have changed and one now needs full provisions. Opposition will come. But “sword” is a figure for preparing to fight. See Luke 22:50-51.
11. Luke 22:36 tn Or possibly “beggar’s bag” (L&N 6.145).