Luke 24:7 (KJV)

What does Luke 24:7 mean?

Luke 24:7 says that Jesus, called "the Son of man," had to be handed over to sinful people, be crucified, and then rise from the dead on the third day. This verse summarizes what Jesus told his followers would happen to him, highlighting both his suffering and his resurrection.

In the setting of Luke 24, angels are speaking to the women who came to Jesus’ tomb and found it empty. The angels remind them that Jesus had already predicted these events while he was still in Galilee. This verse points to the fulfillment of Jesus’ own words and shows that his suffering and resurrection were not unexpected accidents, but part of a plan he had spoken about.

The Greek behind Luke 24:7

• "must" (δεῖ, dei): This word means "it is necessary" or "it must happen." In this verse, it emphasizes that Jesus’ suffering, death, and resurrection were not random events, but things that had to take place.
• "delivered" (παραδίδοσθαι, paradidosthai): This word means "to be handed over" or "betrayed." It highlights that Jesus was not just killed, but purposefully given into the control of others.
• "crucified" (σταυρωθῆναι, staurōthēnai): This is the specific word for execution by crucifixion, a Roman method of death. It shows the kind of suffering Jesus endured.
• "sinful" (ἁμαρτωλῶν, hamartōlōn): This word means "sinful" or "guilty." It underlines that Jesus was handed over to people who were acting against God’s ways.

Why Luke 24:7 matters

• Luke 24:7 clarifies that Jesus’ death and resurrection were not surprises, but events he had already predicted, which helps readers see the continuity between Jesus’ words and what actually happened.
• The verse emphasizes that Jesus’ suffering and resurrection were necessary parts of his mission, not just tragic or random events.
• By recalling Jesus’ own prediction, this verse helps the women (and readers) understand the empty tomb as a sign of fulfillment, not confusion or defeat.