Luke 14:22 (KJV)

What does Luke 14:22 mean?

Luke 14:22 shows the servant reporting back to his master that he has carried out the master’s instructions, but there is still space left for more guests. This verse highlights that even after inviting many, the banquet is not yet full.

In this scene, Jesus is telling a parable where a master holds a great feast and sends his servant to gather people to attend. The servant (speaking to the master) says he has done as commanded, but there is still room at the table. This sets up the next part of the story, where the master will urge the servant to go out even further to bring in more people, showing the master’s eagerness to fill his house.

The Greek behind Luke 14:22

• The word for “servant” is δοῦλος (doulos), which often means a household slave or servant, emphasizing obedience and duty in carrying out the master’s wishes.
• The Greek word for “room” is τόπος (topos), meaning a place or space, making it clear that the invitation is not limited—there is still opportunity for more to come.
• The phrase “yet” is ἔτι (eti), which signals that the task is not finished and more can still be done, hinting at the ongoing nature of the invitation.

Why Luke 14:22 matters

• Luke 14:22 makes it clear that the master’s invitation is generous and not exclusive; there is still space for others, challenging any idea that the invitation is limited to a select few.
• This verse sets up the urgency and wideness of the invitation in the following verses, showing the master’s desire for a full house.
• The servant’s report highlights the faithful carrying out of instructions, but also the unexpected reality that even after much effort, more can still be welcomed.