KJV ORIGINAL
And when he was at the place, he said unto them, Pray that ye enter not into temptation.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
When they got to the spot, he told them, 'Pray that you don't get pulled into temptation.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jesus knew what was coming and wanted his friends to stay strong through prayer.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Luke, this verse takes place in the Garden of Gethsemane, shortly after the Last Supper, as Jesus prepares for his impending betrayal and arrest. He is speaking to his disciples, knowing the intense trials ahead, and urges them to pray to avoid succumbing to temptation during this moment of spiritual crisis. This scene highlights the human vulnerability of the disciples and Jesus' compassionate leadership in the face of suffering.
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