So he called every one of his lord’s debtors unto him, and said unto the first, How much owest thou unto my lord?
So he called in everyone who owed his boss money, and asked the first person, 'How much do you owe my boss?'
When you're in trouble, sometimes you gotta get creative with your connections.
📚 Historical Context
In the context of Jesus' teachings in the Gospel of Luke, this verse is part of the Parable of the Shrewd Manager, where a dishonest steward is about to be fired and decides to call in his master's debtors to settle accounts in a way that benefits himself. This parable reflects the economic realities of first-century Palestine, including common practices of debt and stewardship among landowners and managers, and serves as a lesson on worldly wisdom contrasted with eternal values. Jesus often used such stories to challenge his audience to think beyond immediate gains.
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