Luke 22:30
New International Version
so that you may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom and sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

New Living Translation
to eat and drink at my table in my Kingdom. And you will sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

English Standard Version
that you may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom and sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Berean Standard Bible
so that you may eat and drink at My table in My kingdom, and sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Berean Literal Bible
so that you may eat and may drink at My table in My kingdom, and may sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

King James Bible
That ye may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

New King James Version
that you may eat and drink at My table in My kingdom, and sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.”

New American Standard Bible
that you may eat and drink at My table in My kingdom, and you will sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

NASB 1995
that you may eat and drink at My table in My kingdom, and you will sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

NASB 1977
that you may eat and drink at My table in My kingdom, and you will sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Legacy Standard Bible
that you may eat and drink at My table in My kingdom, and you will sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Amplified Bible
that you may eat and drink at My table in My kingdom, and you will sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Christian Standard Bible
so that you may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom. And you will sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
so that you may eat and drink at My table in My kingdom. And you will sit on thrones judging the 12 tribes of Israel.

American Standard Version
that ye may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom; and ye shall sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Contemporary English Version
You will eat and drink with me in my kingdom, and you will each sit on a throne to judge the twelve tribes of Israel.

English Revised Version
that ye may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom; and ye shall sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
You will eat and drink at my table in my kingdom. You will also sit on thrones and judge the twelve tribes of Israel."

Good News Translation
You will eat and drink at my table in my Kingdom, and you will sit on thrones to rule over the twelve tribes of Israel.

International Standard Version
so that you may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom and sit down on thrones to govern the twelve tribes of Israel."

Majority Standard Bible
so that you may eat and drink at My table in my kingdom and sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.”

NET Bible
that you may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and you will sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

New Heart English Bible
that you may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and you will sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel."

Webster's Bible Translation
That ye may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Weymouth New Testament
so that you shall eat and drink at my table in my Kingdom, and sit on thrones as judges over the twelve tribes of Israel.

World English Bible
that you may eat and drink at my table in my Kingdom. You will sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
that you may eat and may drink at My table, in My kingdom, and may sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.”

Berean Literal Bible
so that you may eat and may drink at My table in My kingdom, and may sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Young's Literal Translation
that ye may eat and may drink at my table, in my kingdom, and may sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.'

Smith's Literal Translation
That ye might eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and might sit upon thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
That you may eat and drink at my table, in my kingdom: and may sit upon thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Catholic Public Domain Version
so that you may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and so that you may sit upon thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.”

New American Bible
that you may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom; and you will sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

New Revised Standard Version
so that you may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and you will sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
That you may eat and drink at the table in my kingdom; and you will sit on chairs, and judge the twelve tribes of Israel.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
For you shall eat and you shall drink at the table of my Kingdom, and you shall sit on thrones, and you shall judge the twelve tribes of Israel.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
that you may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Godbey New Testament
in order that you may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom; and you shall sit upon thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Haweis New Testament
that ye may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and be seated on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Mace New Testament
that you may eat and drink at my table, in my kingdom, and seated on thrones may judge the twelve tribes of Israel.

Weymouth New Testament
so that you shall eat and drink at my table in my Kingdom, and sit on thrones as judges over the twelve tribes of Israel.

Worrell New Testament
that ye may eat and drink at My table in My Kingdom; and ye shall sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Worsley New Testament
that ye may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and sit upon thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Who is the Greatest?
29And I bestow on you a kingdom, just as My Father has bestowed one on Me, 30so that you may eat and drink at My table in My kingdom, and sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel. 31Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift each of you like wheat.…

Cross References
Matthew 19:28
Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, in the renewal of all things, when the Son of Man sits on His glorious throne, you who have followed Me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Revelation 3:21
To the one who overcomes, I will grant the right to sit with Me on My throne, just as I overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne.

Revelation 20:4
Then I saw the thrones, and those seated on them had been given authority to judge. And I saw the souls of those who had been beheaded for their testimony of Jesus and for the word of God, and those who had not worshiped the beast or its image and had not received its mark on their foreheads or hands. And they came to life and reigned with Christ for a thousand years.

1 Corinthians 6:2-3
Do you not know that the saints will judge the world? And if you are to judge the world, are you not competent to judge trivial cases? / Do you not know that we will judge angels? How much more the things of this life!

Matthew 8:11
I say to you that many will come from the east and the west to share the banquet with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob in the kingdom of heaven.

Revelation 2:26-27
And to the one who overcomes and continues in My work until the end, I will give authority over the nations. / He will rule them with an iron scepter and shatter them like pottery—just as I have received authority from My Father.

Daniel 7:22
until the Ancient of Days arrived and pronounced judgment in favor of the saints of the Most High, and the time came for them to possess the kingdom.

Revelation 5:10
You have made them to be a kingdom and priests to serve our God, and they will reign upon the earth.”

2 Timothy 2:12
if we endure, we will also reign with Him; if we deny Him, He will also deny us;

Psalm 49:14
Like sheep they are destined for Sheol. Death will be their shepherd. The upright will rule them in the morning, and their form will decay in Sheol, far from their lofty abode.

Isaiah 32:1
Behold, a king will reign in righteousness, and princes will rule with justice.

Jeremiah 30:9
Instead, they will serve the LORD their God and David their king, whom I will raise up for them.

Ezekiel 37:24
My servant David will be king over them, and there will be one shepherd for all of them. They will follow My ordinances and keep and observe My statutes.

Psalm 110:1-2
A Psalm of David. The LORD said to my Lord: “Sit at My right hand until I make Your enemies a footstool for Your feet.” / The LORD extends Your mighty scepter from Zion: “Rule in the midst of Your enemies.”

Zechariah 6:13
Yes, He will build the temple of the LORD; He will be clothed in splendor and will sit on His throne and rule. And He will be a priest on His throne, and there will be peaceful counsel between the two.’


Treasury of Scripture

That you may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

eat.

Luke 22:16-18
For I say unto you, I will not any more eat thereof, until it be fulfilled in the kingdom of God…

Luke 12:37
Blessed are those servants, whom the lord when he cometh shall find watching: verily I say unto you, that he shall gird himself, and make them to sit down to meat, and will come forth and serve them.

Luke 14:15
And when one of them that sat at meat with him heard these things, he said unto him, Blessed is he that shall eat bread in the kingdom of God.

and sit.

Psalm 49:14
Like sheep they are laid in the grave; death shall feed on them; and the upright shall have dominion over them in the morning; and their beauty shall consume in the grave from their dwelling.

Matthew 19:28
And Jesus said unto them, Verily I say unto you, That ye which have followed me, in the regeneration when the Son of man shall sit in the throne of his glory, ye also shall sit upon twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

1 Corinthians 6:2,3
Do ye not know that the saints shall judge the world? and if the world shall be judged by you, are ye unworthy to judge the smallest matters? …

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Luke 22
1. The leaders conspire against Jesus.
3. Satan prepares Judas to betray him.
7. The apostles prepare the Passover.
19. Jesus institutes his holy supper;
21. covertly foretells of the traitor;
24. rebukes the rest of his apostles from ambition;
31. assures Peter his faith should not fail;
34. and yet he should deny him thrice.
39. He prays in the mount, and sweats blood;
47. is betrayed with a kiss;
50. he heals Malchus' ear;
54. he is thrice denied by Peter;
63. shamefully abused;
66. and confesses himself to be the Son of God.














so that you may eat and drink at My table in My kingdom
so that you may
This phrase indicates a purpose or result, suggesting that the actions or conditions previously mentioned lead to this outcome. In the context of Luke 22, Jesus is speaking to His disciples during the Last Supper, a pivotal moment before His crucifixion. The Greek word for "may" (ἵνα) often introduces a purpose clause, emphasizing the intentionality of Jesus' promise. It reflects the divine plan and the assurance that the disciples' faithfulness will lead to a future reward.

eat and drink
Eating and drinking are fundamental human activities, symbolizing sustenance and fellowship. In the biblical context, they often represent communion and celebration. The Greek words used here, "φαγεῖν" (to eat) and "πίνειν" (to drink), are common in the New Testament and are frequently associated with the Messianic banquet, a theme that runs throughout Scripture. This imagery points to the eschatological hope of believers sharing in the joy and abundance of God's kingdom.

at My table
The table is a place of intimacy and fellowship. In ancient Near Eastern culture, sharing a meal was a sign of friendship and covenant. The phrase "My table" signifies a personal invitation from Jesus, highlighting the close relationship between Him and His followers. It echoes the imagery of Psalm 23:5, where God prepares a table for the psalmist, symbolizing provision and protection. This promise assures the disciples of their place in the divine fellowship.

in My kingdom
The kingdom of God is a central theme in Jesus' teaching, representing God's sovereign rule and the fulfillment of His redemptive plan. The Greek word "βασιλείᾳ" (kingdom) conveys both a present reality and a future hope. Jesus' reference to "My kingdom" underscores His authority and the inaugurated eschatology of His ministry. It assures the disciples that despite the impending trials, they will partake in the eternal reign of Christ, a promise that extends to all believers.

and you will sit on thrones
and you will sit
This phrase indicates a position of rest and authority. The Greek verb "καθίσεσθε" (you will sit) suggests a settled state, contrasting with the transient nature of earthly power. It implies a future reward for the disciples' faithfulness, aligning with the biblical theme of believers reigning with Christ. This promise is a source of hope and encouragement, affirming that their labor is not in vain.

on thrones
Thrones symbolize authority and judgment. In the biblical context, they are often associated with kings and rulers. The Greek word "θρόνους" (thrones) reflects the honor and responsibility bestowed upon the disciples. This imagery is consistent with the apocalyptic vision in Revelation, where believers are depicted as reigning with Christ. It signifies the reversal of worldly values, where the humble and faithful are exalted in God's kingdom.

judging the twelve tribes of Israel
judging
The act of judging involves discernment and authority. The Greek word "κρίνοντες" (judging) implies a role in governance and decision-making. In the biblical narrative, judgment is often associated with righteousness and justice. This promise to the disciples reflects their future role in God's redemptive plan, where they will participate in the administration of His kingdom.

the twelve tribes of Israel
The twelve tribes represent the entirety of God's covenant people. This phrase connects the disciples' future role to the fulfillment of God's promises to Israel. It underscores the continuity between the Old and New Covenants, highlighting the disciples' foundational role in the establishment of the Church. This promise assures them of their integral part in God's salvific history, bridging the past and future of His people.

(30) That ye may eat and drink at my table.--The promise is the same as that implied in what had been already said in Luke 22:16.

And sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.--See Note on Matthew 19:28. The repetition of the promise at the moment when apparent failure was close at hand, is significant as carrying the words into a higher region of symbolic meaning. Not on any thrones of earth were those disciples to sit, any more than the Master was to sit on the throne of His father David in an earthly Jerusalem.

Verse 30. - That ye may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel. While the words just considered (ver. 29) referred to a success and a reward, the scene of which was to be this world, the Master now continues his promises of reward to his chosen faithful followers - a reward which will be their blessed portion in eternal life, which will follow this. First, the endless bliss to be shared with him is pictured under the old favourite Jewish image of the heavenly banquet; and second, in that heavenly realm a special place of honor and a distinct work is promised to these his chosen faithful servants.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
so that
ἵνα (hina)
Conjunction
Strong's 2443: In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.

you may eat
ἔσθητε (esthēte)
Verb - Present Subjunctive Active - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 2068: Strengthened for a primary edo; used only in certain tenses, the rest being supplied by phago; to eat.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

drink
πίνητε (pinēte)
Verb - Present Subjunctive Active - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4095: To drink, imbibe. A prolonged form of pio, which poo occurs only as an alternate in certain tenses; to imbibe.

at
ἐπὶ (epi)
Preposition
Strong's 1909: On, to, against, on the basis of, at.

My
μου (mou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

table
τραπέζης (trapezēs)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 5132: Probably contracted from tessares and peze; a table or stool, usually for food; also a counter for money.

in
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

My
μου (mou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

kingdom,
βασιλείᾳ (basileia)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 932: From basileus; properly, royalty, i.e. rule, or a realm.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

sit
καθήσεσθε (kathēsesthe)
Verb - Future Indicative Middle or Passive - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 2521: To sit, be seated, enthroned; I dwell, reside. From kata; and hemai; to sit down; figuratively, to remain, reside.

on
ἐπὶ (epi)
Preposition
Strong's 1909: On, to, against, on the basis of, at.

thrones,
θρόνων (thronōn)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Plural
Strong's 2362: From thrao; a stately seat; by implication, power or a potentate.

judging
κρίνοντες (krinontes)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 2919: Properly, to distinguish, i.e. Decide; by implication, to try, condemn, punish.

the
τὰς (tas)
Article - Accusative Feminine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

twelve
δώδεκα (dōdeka)
Adjective - Accusative Feminine Plural
Strong's 1427: Twelve; the usual way in which the Twelve apostles of Jesus are referred to. From duo and deka; two and ten, i.e. A dozen.

tribes
φυλὰς (phylas)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Plural
Strong's 5443: A tribe or race of people. From phuo; an offshoot, i.e. Race or clan.

of
τοῦ (tou)
Article - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

Israel.
Ἰσραήλ (Israēl)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2474: Of Hebrew origin; Israel, the adopted name of Jacob, including his descendants.


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