What does Luke 17:16 mean?

Luke 17:16 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Luke 17:16 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And fell down on his face at his feet, giving him thanks: and he was a Samaritan.

14And when he saw them, he said unto them, Go shew yourselves unto the priests. And it came to pass, that, as they went, they were cleansed.

15And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, and with a loud voice glorified God,

16And fell down on his face at his feet, giving him thanks: and he was a Samaritan.

17And Jesus answering said, Were there not ten cleansed? but where are the nine?

18There are not found that returned to give glory to God, save this stranger.

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