Luke 4:22
Context| NETBible | All 1 were speaking well of him, and were amazed at the gracious words coming out of his mouth. They 2 said, “Isn’t this 3 Joseph’s son?” |
| XREF | Ps 45:2,4; Pr 10:32; Pr 16:21; Pr 25:11; Ec 12:10,11; So 5:16; Isa 50:4; Mt 13:54; Mt 13:55,56; Mr 6:2; Mr 6:3; Lu 2:47; Lu 21:15; Joh 6:42; Joh 7:46; Ac 6:10; Tit 2:8 |
| NET © Notes |
1 tn Grk “And all.” Here καί (kai) has not been translated because of differences between Greek and English style. 2 tn Grk “And they.” Here καί (kai) has not been translated because of differences between Greek and English style. 3 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. |
