Therefore also said the wisdom of God, I will send them prophets and apostles, and some of them they shall slay and persecute:
This is why God's wisdom said, 'I'm going to send them prophets and apostles, and they're going to kill some of them and make others suffer.'
God knew his messengers would face violence, but he sent them anyway because the message was that important.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus is speaking to the crowds and religious leaders, condemning their rejection of God's previous messengers and warning of future consequences. This verse reflects God's wisdom in continuing to send prophets and apostles despite knowing they would face persecution, drawing from Israel's history where figures like the Old Testament prophets were often killed or opposed. It serves as a bridge to the New Testament era, foreshadowing the trials of early Christians.
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