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Luke 15:7
New English Translation
Luke 15:7
New English Translation
7 I tell you, in the same way there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner[a] who repents than over ninety-nine righteous people[b] who have no need to repent.[c]
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- Luke 15:7 sn There will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents. The pursuit of the sinner is a priority in spite of the presence of others who are doing well (see also Luke 5:32; 19:10). The theme of repentance, a major Lukan theme, is again emphasized.
- Luke 15:7 tn Here δικαίοις (dikaiois) is an adjective functioning substantivally and has been translated “righteous people.”
- Luke 15:7 tn Or “who do not need to repent”; Grk “who do not have need of repentance.”
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