Luke 7:41 Meaning
There was a certain creditor which had two debtors: the one owed five hundred pence, and the other fifty.
Context Explained
39Now when the Pharisee which had bidden him saw it, he spake within himself, saying, This man, if he were a prophet, would have known who and what manner of woman this is that toucheth him: for she is a sinner.
40And Jesus answering said unto him, Simon, I have somewhat to say unto thee. And he saith, Master, say on.
41There was a certain creditor which had two debtors: the one owed five hundred pence, and the other fifty.
42And when they had nothing to pay, he frankly forgave them both. Tell me therefore, which of them will love him most?
43Simon answered and said, I suppose that he, to whom he forgave most. And he said unto him, Thou hast rightly judged.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 18:23
Both passages present a parable about debtors to illustrate forgiveness.
Luke 11:4
This verse connects to the Lord's Prayer, emphasizing the need to forgive others.
Source: Luke 7:41