Luke 11:41 Meaning
But rather give alms of such things as ye have; and, behold, all things are clean unto you.
Context Explained
39And the Lord said unto him, Now do ye Pharisees make clean the outside of the cup and the platter; but your inward part is full of ravening and wickedness.
40Ye fools, did not he that made that which is without make that which is within also?
41But rather give alms of such things as ye have; and, behold, all things are clean unto you.
42But woe unto you, Pharisees! for ye tithe mint and rue and all manner of herbs, and pass over judgment and the love of God: these ought ye to have done, and not to leave the other undone.
43Woe unto you, Pharisees! for ye love the uppermost seats in the synagogues, and greetings in the markets.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Acts 20:35
Both verses emphasize the importance of giving and helping others.
2 Corinthians 9:7
This passage encourages cheerful giving, aligning with the spirit of this verse.
Luke 6:38
This verse echoes the principle of giving and receiving.
Source: Luke 11:41