ULuka 10:20

Izhibhalo Ezingcwele

20 Noko ke maningakuvuyeli oku, kokuba oomoya benithobele; vuyelani ke kanye okokuba amagama enu ebhaliwe emazulwini.

Bible Verse Review
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in this: Matthew 7:22, Matthew 7:23, Matthew 10:1, Matthew 26:24, Matthew 27:5, 1 Corinthians 13:2, 1 Corinthians 13:3

your: Exodus 32:32, Psalms 69:28, Isaiah 4:3, Daniel 12:1, Philippians 4:3, Hebrews 12:23, Revelation 3:5, Revelation 13:8, Revelation 20:12, Revelation 20:15, Revelation 21:27

Reciprocal: Numbers 3:40 - General Numbers 24:2 - the spirit Psalms 87:6 - when Proverbs 22:1 - name Ecclesiastes 7:1 - name Jeremiah 17:13 - written Ezekiel 13:9 - neither shall they be Jonah 4:6 - So Romans 12:12 - Rejoicing 1 Thessalonians 5:16 - Rejoice Hebrews 6:4 - and have James 1:9 - in 1 Peter 1:6 - ye greatly

Gill's Notes on the Bible

Notwithstanding in this rejoice not,.... That their power was enlarged, or that they had, the same as before:

that the spirits, evil spirits, devils, are subject unto you; and come out of men at your command; rejoice not so much in this, or chiefly and principally; not but that it was matter of joy both with respect to the gift bestowed upon them, and the benefits men received by it, and the glory that was brought to Christ through it;

but rather rejoice, because your names are written in heaven; in the book of life, called the Lamb's book of life, written from the foundation of the world: in divine predestination to everlasting glory and happiness: which shows that God's election to eternal life is of particular persons, of persons by name; that it is sure, and certain, and immutable, being in opposition to what is written in earth,

Jeremiah 17:13, that the knowledge of this may be attained to, through the grace of God, the revelation of Christ, and the witnessings of his Spirit; and that this is matter of the greatest job, since it is the foundation and security of all the blessings of grace and glory.

Barnes' Notes on the Bible

Rather rejoice ... - Though it was an honor to work miracles, though it is an honor to be endowed with talents, and influence, and learning, yet it is a subject of “chief” joy that we are numbered among the people of God, and have a title to everlasting life.

Names are written in heaven - The names of citizens of a city or state were accustomed to be written in a book or register, from which they were blotted out when they became unworthy, or forfeited the favor of their country. Compare Psalms 69:28; Exodus 32:32; Deuteronomy 9:14; Revelation 3:5. That their “names were written in heaven,” means that they were “citizens” of heaven; that they were friends of God and “approved” by him, and would be permitted to dwell with him. This was of far more value than all “earthly” honor, power, or wealth, and “in” this people should rejoice more than in eminent endowments of influence, learning, talents, or possessions.

Clarke's Notes on the Bible

Verse Luke 10:20. Because your names are written in heaven. — This form of speech is taken from the ancient custom of writing the names of all the citizens in a public register, that the several families might be known, and the inheritances properly preserved. This custom is still observed even in these kingdoms, though not particularly noticed. Every child that is born in the land is ordered to be registered, with the names of its parents, and the time when born, baptized, or registered; and this register is generally kept in the parish church, or in some public place of safety. Such a register as this is called in Philippians 4:3; Revelation 3:5, c., the book of life, i.e. the book or register where the persons were enrolled as they came into life. It appears also probable, that when any person died, or behaved improperly, his name was sought out and erased from the book, to prevent any confusion that might happen in consequence of improper persons laying claim to an estate, and to cut off the unworthy from the rights and privileges of the peaceable, upright citizens. To this custom of blotting the names of deceased and disorderly persons out of the public registers, there appear to be allusions, Exodus 32:32, where see the note and Revelation 3:5; Deuteronomy 9:14; Deuteronomy 25:19; Deuteronomy 29:20; 2 Kings 14:27; Psalms 69:28; Psalms 109:13, and in other places.