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Luke 11:16

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And others, tempting him, sought of him a sign from heaven.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But some other people were trying to test Jesus, asking him to show them some kind of miracle from heaven to prove who he was.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Some people will always ask for more proof instead of just believing what's right in front of them.

📚 Historical Context

In the Gospel of Luke, this verse takes place during Jesus' ministry as he was teaching and performing miracles among the crowds, often facing opposition from religious leaders. Some people were testing him by demanding a miraculous sign from heaven, which was a way to challenge his authority in a culture where prophets were expected to provide divine proofs. This reflects the broader skepticism of the Jewish leaders who doubted Jesus' claims despite his teachings and works.

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