‏ Luke 22:35-38

35Then ▼
▼tn Here καί (kai) has been translated as “then” to indicate the implied sequence of events within the narrative.
Jesus ▼
▼tn Grk “he”; the referent (Jesus) has been specified in the translation for clarity.
said to them, “When I sent you out with no money bag, ▼
▼tn Traditionally, “purse” (likewise in v. 36).
or traveler’s bag, ▼
▼tn Or possibly “beggar’s bag” (L&N 6.145).
or sandals, you didn’t lack ▼
▼sn This refers back to 9:3 and 10:3-4. The Greek construction anticipates a negative reply which is indicated in the translation by the ‘tag’ at the end, “did you?” Nothing was lacking.
anything, did you?” They replied, ▼
▼tn Grk “said.”
“Nothing.”
36He said to them, “But now, the one who ▼
▼tn The syntax of this verse is disputed, resulting in various translations. The major options are either (1) that reflected in the translation or (2) that those who have a money bag and traveler’s bag should get a sword, just as those who do not have these items should sell their cloak to buy a sword. The point of all the options is that things have changed and one now needs full provisions. Opposition will come. But “sword” is a figure for preparing to fight. See Luke 22:50-51.
has a money bag must take it, and likewise a traveler’s bag ▼
▼tn Or possibly “beggar’s bag” (L&N 6.145).
too. And the one who has no sword must sell his cloak and buy one.
37For I tell you that this scripture must be ▼
▼sn This scripture must be fulfilled in me. The statement again reflects the divine necessity of God’s plan. See 4:43-44.
fulfilled in me, ‘And he was counted with the transgressors.’ ▼
▼tn Or “with the lawless.”
▼
▼sn This is a quotation from Isa 53:12. It highlights a theme of Luke 22-23. Though completely innocent, Jesus dies as if he were a criminal.
For what is written about me is being fulfilled.” ▼
▼tn Grk “is having its fulfillment.”
38So ▼
▼tn Here δέ (de) has been translated as “so” to indicate the implied result of Jesus’ comments about obtaining swords.
they said, “Look, Lord, here are two swords.” ▼
▼sn Here are two swords. The disciples mistakenly took Jesus to mean that they should prepare for armed resistance, something he will have to correct in 22:50-51.
Then he told them, “It is enough.” ▼
▼sn It is enough. The disciples’ misunderstanding caused Jesus to terminate the discussion.

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