Luke 18:9
The Scripture
(9) And he spake this parable unto certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others:
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
Luke 18 opens with the parables of the persistent widow and the Pharisee and the publican, teaching persistence in prayer and humility before God. Jesus then blesses little children, challenges the rich young ruler to sell all and follow him, and promises reward to those who leave everything for the kingdom. The chapter closes with Jesus foretelling his death and resurrection and healing a blind beggar near Jericho who calls him the Son of David.
Read the full chapter and its overview →Cross-references
Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Luke 10:29Luke 15:29Luke 16:15Proverbs 30:12Isaiah 65:5Isaiah 66:5John 9:28John 9:34Romans 7:9Romans 9:31Romans 9:32Romans 10:3
Related verses (shared words)