Luke 22:14 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And when the hour was come, he sat down, and the twelve apostles with him.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

When the time came, Jesus sat down with his twelve apostles.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Sometimes the most important moments start with just showing up and sitting down together.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is set during the Passover meal in Jerusalem, a major Jewish festival commemorating the Israelites' deliverance from slavery in Egypt. Jesus is gathering with his twelve apostles for what Christians know as the Last Supper, which occurs just before his betrayal and arrest. At this pivotal moment, Jesus is preparing his followers for the events of his passion and death, fulfilling Old Testament prophecies.

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