Luke 16:30
The Scripture
(30) And he said, Nay, father Abraham: but if one went unto them from the dead, they will repent.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter Jesus meets a wealthy man named Zacchaeus who climbs a tree to be seen by him and promises to give away half of his possessions if Jesus blesses him. Jesus praises his repentance and says that his generosity will be recorded in the kingdom of God. The encounter highlights the contrast between wealth and spiritual wealth and shows that true blessing comes from humility and repentance.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Luke 13:3Luke 13:5Revelation 16:9Revelation 16:10Revelation 16:11