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Luke 7:1

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Now when he had ended all his sayings in the audience of the people, he entered into Capernaum.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

After Jesus finished teaching everything he wanted to say to the crowd, he headed into the town of Capernaum.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Sometimes you need to move from the stage to the streets, Jesus knew when to wrap up and where to go next.

📚 Historical Context

In the Gospel of Luke, this verse follows Jesus' teachings to the crowds, likely including the Sermon on the Plain, and marks his transition to Capernaum, a key town in Galilee where he conducted much of his ministry. Historically, Capernaum was a bustling fishing village on the Sea of Galilee, home to a mix of Jewish and Gentile residents, and it served as a hub for Jesus' interactions, healings, and teachings. This narrative shift emphasizes how Jesus' public ministry involved both proclamation and personal engagement in everyday settings.

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