Luke 4:22

New English Translation

²²All^[a] were speaking well of him, and were amazed at the gracious words coming out of his mouth. They^[b] said, “Isn’t this^[c] Joseph’s son?”

Luke 4:22 tn Grk “And all.” Here καί (kai) has not been translated because of differences between Greek and English style.
Luke 4:22 tn Grk “And they.” Here καί (kai) has not been translated because of differences between Greek and English style.
Luke 4:22 sn The form of the question assumes a positive reply. It really amounts to an objection, as Jesus’ response in the next verses shows. Jesus spoke smoothly and impressively. He made a wonderful declaration, but could a local carpenter’s son make such an offer? That was their real question.

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