And into whatsoever city ye enter, and they receive you, eat such things as are set before you:
Whatever city you go into, if they welcome you there, just eat whatever they put in front of you.
When people show you hospitality, receive it gracefully, don't be picky about the menu.
📚 Historical Context
In Luke 10:8, Jesus is sending out his seventy-two disciples to preach the kingdom of God and heal the sick in various towns, as part of his instructions for their mission. This verse reflects the cultural practices of first-century Jewish society, where hospitality toward travelers was a sacred duty, and missionaries often depended on the goodwill of locals for sustenance. By advising them to eat whatever is offered, Jesus emphasizes reliance on God's care rather than personal preferences during their evangelistic work.
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