What does Luke 21:17 mean?

Luke 21:17 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Luke 21:17 today?

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

And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake.

15For I will give you a mouth and wisdom, which all your adversaries shall not be able to gainsay nor resist.

16And ye shall be betrayed both by parents, and brethren, and kinsfolks, and friends; and some of you shall they cause to be put to death.

17And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake.

18But there shall not an hair of your head perish.

19In your patience possess ye your souls.

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