Luke 14:1-6
14:1 a in the home of a leader of the Pharisees: In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus is frequently seen dining.14:2 b whose arms and legs were swollen (or who had dropsy): Dropsy, medically known as edema, is an accumulation of fluid in tissues or a body cavity that causes swelling. It is usually a symptom of a more serious illness.
14:3 c Is it permitted in the law to heal people on the Sabbath day? This question was debated by the rabbis (see study note on 6:6-7).
14:5 d Jesus pointed out the Pharisees’ hypocrisy. See also study note on 13:15-16.
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