Luke 6:5
New International Version
Then Jesus said to them, “The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath.”

New Living Translation
And Jesus added, “The Son of Man is Lord, even over the Sabbath.”

English Standard Version
And he said to them, “The Son of Man is lord of the Sabbath.”

Berean Standard Bible
Then Jesus declared, “The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath.”

Berean Literal Bible
And He was saying to them, "The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath."

King James Bible
And he said unto them, That the Son of man is Lord also of the sabbath.

New King James Version
And He said to them, “The Son of Man is also Lord of the Sabbath.”

New American Standard Bible
And He was saying to them, “The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath.”

NASB 1995
And He was saying to them, “The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath.”

NASB 1977
And He was saying to them, “The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath.”

Legacy Standard Bible
And He was saying to them, “The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath.”

Amplified Bible
Jesus was saying to them, “The Son of Man (the Messiah) is Lord [even] of the Sabbath.”

Christian Standard Bible
Then he told them, “The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then He told them, “The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath.”

American Standard Version
And he said unto them, The Son of man is lord of the sabbath.

Contemporary English Version
Jesus finished by saying, "The Son of Man is Lord over the Sabbath."

English Revised Version
And he said unto them, The Son of man is lord of the sabbath.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Then he added, "The Son of Man has authority over the day of worship."

Good News Translation
And Jesus concluded, "The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath."

International Standard Version
Then he told them, "The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath."

Majority Standard Bible
Then Jesus declared, ?The Son of Man is Lord even of the Sabbath.?

NET Bible
Then he said to them, "The Son of Man is lord of the Sabbath."

New Heart English Bible
He said to them, "The Son of Man is lord of the Sabbath."

Webster's Bible Translation
And he said to them, That the Son of man is Lord also of the sabbath.

Weymouth New Testament
"The Son of Man," He added, "is Lord of the Sabbath also."

World English Bible
He said to them, “The Son of Man is lord of the Sabbath.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And He said to them, “The Son of Man is Lord also of the Sabbath.”

Berean Literal Bible
And He was saying to them, "The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath."

Young's Literal Translation
and he said to them, -- 'The Son of Man is lord also of the sabbath.'

Smith's Literal Translation
And he said to them, The Son of man is Lord also of the sabbath.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And he said to them: The Son of man is Lord also of the sabbath.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And he said to them, “For the Son of man is Lord, even of the Sabbath.”

New American Bible
Then he said to them, “The Son of Man is lord of the sabbath.”

New Revised Standard Version
Then he said to them, “The Son of Man is lord of the sabbath.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And he said to them, The Son of man is Lord of the sabbath.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And he said to them, “The Son of Man is Master of the sabbath.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And he said to them: The Son of man is Lord also of the sabbath.

Godbey New Testament
And He said to them, The Son of man is Lord of the Sabbath also.

Haweis New Testament
And he said, The Son of man is Lord also of the sabbath-day.

Mace New Testament
the son of man, said he, may dispense even with the sabbath.

Weymouth New Testament
"The Son of Man," He added, "is Lord of the Sabbath also."

Worrell New Testament
And He said to them, "The Son of Man is Lord of the sabbath."

Worsley New Testament
And He said unto them, the Son of man is Lord even of the sabbath.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Lord of the Sabbath
4He entered the house of God, took the consecrated bread and gave it to his companions, and ate what is lawful only for the priests to eat.” 5Then Jesus declared, “The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath.” 6On another Sabbath Jesus entered the synagogue and was teaching, and a man was there whose right hand was withered.…

Cross References
Matthew 12:8
For the Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath.”

Mark 2:28
Therefore, the Son of Man is Lord even of the Sabbath.”

Matthew 9:6
But so that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins...” Then He said to the paralytic, “Get up, pick up your mat, and go home.”

Mark 3:4
And He asked them, “Which is lawful on the Sabbath: to do good or to do evil, to save life or to destroy it?” But they were silent.

Matthew 12:6
But I tell you that One greater than the temple is here.

John 5:27
And He has given Him authority to execute judgment, because He is the Son of Man.

Colossians 1:16-17
For in Him all things were created, things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities. All things were created through Him and for Him. / He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together.

Hebrews 1:2
But in these last days He has spoken to us by His Son, whom He appointed heir of all things, and through whom He made the universe.

John 1:3
Through Him all things were made, and without Him nothing was made that has been made.

John 1:14
The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.

Philippians 2:9-11
Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name above all names, / that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, / and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

Ephesians 1:22
And God put everything under His feet and made Him head over everything for the church,

1 Corinthians 15:27
For “God has put everything under His feet.” Now when it says that everything has been put under Him, this clearly does not include the One who put everything under Him.

Daniel 7:13-14
In my vision in the night I continued to watch, and I saw One like the Son of Man coming with the clouds of heaven. He approached the Ancient of Days and was led into His presence. / And He was given dominion, glory, and kingship, that the people of every nation and language should serve Him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and His kingdom is one that will never be destroyed.

Psalm 110:1
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.”


Treasury of Scripture

And he said to them, That the Son of man is Lord also of the sabbath.

Matthew 11:5-8
The blind receive their sight, and the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, and the deaf hear, the dead are raised up, and the poor have the gospel preached to them…

Mark 2:27
And he said unto them, The sabbath was made for man, and not man for the sabbath:

Mark 9:7
And there was a cloud that overshadowed them: and a voice came out of the cloud, saying, This is my beloved Son: hear him.

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1. Jesus reproves the Pharisees;
12. chooses apostles;
17. heals the diseased;
20. preaches to his disciples before the people: the beattitudes;
27. Love your Enemy
37. Do not Judge
43. A Tree and Its Fruit
46. The House on the Rock














Then Jesus declared
This phrase indicates a moment of authoritative teaching by Jesus. In the Gospels, Jesus often uses declarative statements to reveal deeper truths and challenge existing interpretations of the Law. His declarations are not mere opinions but carry divine authority, reflecting His role as a teacher and prophet.

The Son of Man
This title, "Son of Man," is one Jesus frequently uses for Himself. It has roots in the Old Testament, particularly in Daniel 7:13-14, where it describes a messianic figure endowed with authority and dominion. By using this title, Jesus connects Himself to the prophetic vision of a divine figure who will establish God's kingdom. It emphasizes both His humanity and His divine mission.

is Lord
The term "Lord" signifies authority and ownership. In the Jewish context, calling someone "Lord" implies a recognition of their power and control. By stating that He is "Lord," Jesus asserts His authority over religious practices and traditions. This claim would have been provocative to the Pharisees, who were strict adherents to the Law.

of the Sabbath
The Sabbath was a central institution in Jewish life, a day of rest and worship as commanded in the Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:8-11). It was a sign of the covenant between God and Israel. By declaring Himself "Lord of the Sabbath," Jesus asserts His authority to interpret the Law and redefine what is permissible on the Sabbath. This statement challenges the Pharisaic legalism that had added burdensome regulations to the Sabbath observance. Jesus emphasizes the original intent of the Sabbath as a gift for rest and worship, not a legalistic burden. This declaration also foreshadows the new covenant, where Jesus fulfills and transcends the Law.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jesus
Central figure in the New Testament, the Son of God, and the Messiah. In this passage, He asserts His authority over the Sabbath.

2. The Son of Man
A title Jesus frequently uses for Himself, emphasizing both His humanity and His divine authority.

3. The Sabbath
A day of rest and worship observed by the Jewish people, originating from the creation account in Genesis and codified in the Ten Commandments.

4. Pharisees
A Jewish religious group known for strict adherence to the Law. They often challenged Jesus on His interpretation and application of the Law.

5. Disciples
Followers of Jesus who were with Him during His ministry and witnessed His teachings and miracles.
Teaching Points
Jesus' Authority
Jesus' declaration as "Lord of the Sabbath" asserts His divine authority, challenging traditional interpretations and emphasizing His role as the fulfillment of the Law.

Purpose of the Sabbath
The Sabbath was instituted for the benefit of humanity, providing rest and a focus on God. Jesus' teaching redirects focus from legalistic observance to the heart of worship and rest.

Freedom in Christ
Believers are called to live in the freedom Christ provides, understanding that He fulfills the Law and offers rest for our souls.

Christ-Centered Worship
Worship should be centered on Christ, recognizing His lordship and aligning our practices with His teachings.

Balancing Law and Grace
While the Law is important, Jesus teaches us to balance it with grace, understanding the spirit of the Law rather than just the letter.Verse 5. - And he said unto them, That the Son of man is Lord also of the sabbath. The Master closed his reply to the Pharisee inquirers with one of those short assertions of his awful greatness which puzzled and alarmed his jealous foes. Who, then, was he, this poor unknown Carpenter of despised and ignorant Nazareth? He was either a blasphemer too wicked to be allowed to live, or the alternative must have been a very awful thought to some of the nobler spirits among those Jerusalem learned men. Across their minds must have flitted not once or twice in that eventful period some anxious questionings as to who and what was the strange and powerful Being who had appeared in their midst.

Parallel Commentaries ...


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

[Jesus] declared,
ἔλεγεν (elegen)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2036: Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.

“The
(ho)
Article - Nominative 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.

Son
Υἱὸς (Huios)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5207: A son, descendent. Apparently a primary word; a 'son', used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship.

of Man
ἀνθρώπου (anthrōpou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 444: A man, one of the human race. From aner and ops; man-faced, i.e. A human being.

is
ἐστιν (estin)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.

Lord
Κύριός (Kyrios)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2962: Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.

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

Sabbath.”
σαββάτου (sabbatou)
Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular
Strong's 4521: The Sabbath, a week.


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