Luke 21:18 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

But there shall not an hair of your head perish.

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

But honestly, not even a single hair on your head will be lost.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God's protection goes down to the smallest details, even your hair isn't forgotten.

📚 Historical Context

In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus is speaking to his disciples about the impending destruction of the Jerusalem Temple and the trials that would accompany it, including persecutions and hardships. This verse offers reassurance amid warnings of suffering, emphasizing God's ultimate protection for believers in the context of first-century Roman oppression and Jewish unrest. It reflects Jesus' prophetic message delivered shortly before his crucifixion, around 30 AD.

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