48 But the one who did not know and did things deserving blows will be given a light beating.[a] And from everyone to whom much has been given, much will be demanded, and from him to whom they entrusted much, they will ask him for even more.

Not Peace, But a Sword of Divisiveness

49 “I have come to bring fire on the earth, and how I wish that it had been kindled already! 50 But I have a baptism to be baptized with, and how I am distressed until it is accomplished!

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Footnotes

  1. Luke 12:48 Literally “will be beaten a few times”