Luke 9:31

9:31 They appeared in glorious splendor and spoke about his departure 1  that he was about to carry out 2  at Jerusalem. 3 

Luke 10:4

10:4 Do not carry 4  a money bag, 5  a traveler’s bag, 6  or sandals, and greet no one on the road. 7 

1 tn Grk “his exodus,” which refers to Jesus’ death in Jerusalem and journey back to glory. Here is the first lesson that the disciples must learn. The wondrous rule comes only after suffering.

2 tn Or “accomplish,” “bring to completion.”

3 map For location see Map5-B1; Map6-F3; Map7-E2; Map8-F2; Map10-B3; JP1-F4; JP2-F4; JP3-F4; JP4-F4.

4 sn On the command Do not carry see Luke 9:3. The travel instructions communicate a note of urgency and stand in contrast to philosophical teachers, who often took a bag. There is no ostentation in this ministry.

5 tn Traditionally, “a purse.”

6 tn Or possibly “a beggar’s bag” (L&N 6.145; BDAG 811 s.v. πήρα).

7 tn Or “no one along the way.”