Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version I tell you, it will be more bearable on that day for Sodom than for that town. New Living Translation I assure you, even wicked Sodom will be better off than such a town on judgment day. English Standard Version I tell you, it will be more bearable on that day for Sodom than for that town. Berean Standard Bible I tell you, it will be more bearable on that day for Sodom than for that town. Berean Literal Bible I say to you⁺ that for Sodom in that day it will be more bearable than for that city. King James Bible But I say unto you, that it shall be more tolerable in that day for Sodom, than for that city. New King James Version But I say to you that it will be more tolerable in that Day for Sodom than for that city. New American Standard Bible I say to you, it will be more tolerable on that day for Sodom than for that city. NASB 1995 “I say to you, it will be more tolerable in that day for Sodom than for that city. NASB 1977 “I say to you, it will be more tolerable in that day for Sodom, than for that city. Legacy Standard Bible I say to you, it will be more tolerable in that day for Sodom than for that city. Amplified Bible I tell you, it will be more bearable in that day [of judgment] for Sodom than for that city. Berean Annotated Bible I tell you⁺, it will be more bearable on that day for Sodom than for that town. Christian Standard Bible I tell you, on that day it will be more tolerable for Sodom than for that town. Holman Christian Standard Bible I tell you, on that day it will be more tolerable for Sodom than for that town. American Standard Version I say unto you, It shall be more tolerable in that day for Sodom, than for that city. Contemporary English Version I tell you that on the day of judgment the people of Sodom will get off easier than the people of that town! English Revised Version I say unto you, It shall be more tolerable in that day for Sodom, than for that city. GOD'S WORD® Translation I can guarantee that judgment day will be easier for Sodom than for that city. Good News Translation I assure you that on the Judgment Day God will show more mercy to Sodom than to that town! International Standard Version I tell you, on the last day it will be easier for Sodom than for that town!" NET Bible I tell you, it will be more bearable on that day for Sodom than for that town! New Heart English Bible I tell you, it will be more tolerable in that day for Sodom than for that city. Webster's Bible Translation But I say to you, that it shall be more tolerable in that day for Sodom than for that city. Weymouth New Testament "I tell you that it will be more endurable for Sodom on the great day than for that town. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleI tell you, it will be more bearable on that day for Sodom than for that town. World English Bible I tell you, it will be more tolerable in that day for Sodom than for that city. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand I say to you that it will be more tolerable for Sodom in that day than for that city. Berean Literal Bible I say to you⁺ that for Sodom in that day it will be more bearable than for that city. Young's Literal Translation and I say to you, that for Sodom in that day it shall be more tolerable than for that city. Smith's Literal Translation And I say to you, that it shall be more supportable in that day for Sodom, than for that city. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleI say to you, it shall be more tolerable at that day for Sodom, than for that city. Catholic Public Domain Version I say to you, that in that day, Sodom will be forgiven more than that city will be. New American Bible I tell you, it will be more tolerable for Sodom on that day than for that town. New Revised Standard Version I tell you, on that day it will be more tolerable for Sodom than for that town. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleI say to you, that it will be much easier for Sodom in that day than for that city. Aramaic Bible in Plain English “I say to you that it shall be pleasant for Sadom in that day, compared to that city.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentI say to you, It shall be more tolerable, in that day, for Sodom, than for that city. Godbey New Testament Haweis New Testament Now I tell you, that it shall be more tolerable for Sodom in that day, than for that city. Mace New Testament I declare unto you, that the people of Sodom shall be treated with less severity in the day of judgment, than that city. Weymouth New Testament "I tell you that it will be more endurable for Sodom on the great day than for that town. Worrell New Testament Worsley New Testament Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jesus Sends Out the Disciples…11‘Even the dust of your town that clings to our feet, we wipe off as a testimony against you. Yet be sure of this: The kingdom of God is near.’ 12I tell you, it will be more bearable on that day for Sodom than for that town. 13Woe to you, Chorazin! Woe to you, Bethsaida! For if the miracles that were performed in you had been performed in Tyre and Sidon, they would have repented long ago, sitting in sackcloth and ashes.… Cross References it will be more bearable on that day Matthew 11:22 But I tell you, it will be more bearable for Tyre and Sidon on the day of judgment than for you. 2 Peter 2:9 if all this is so, then the Lord knows how to rescue the godly from trials and to hold the unrighteous for punishment on the day of judgment. Romans 2:16 on the day when God will judge men’s secrets through Christ Jesus, as proclaimed by my gospel. for Sodom Genesis 19:24 Then the LORD rained down sulfur and fire on Sodom and Gomorrah—from the LORD out of the heavens. Jude 1:7 In like manner, Sodom and Gomorrah and the cities around them, who indulged in sexual immorality and pursued strange flesh, are on display as an example of those who sustain the punishment of eternal fire. Ezekiel 16:48-50 As surely as I live, declares the Lord GOD, your sister Sodom and her daughters never did as you and your daughters have done. / Now this was the iniquity of your sister Sodom: She and her daughters were arrogant, overfed, and complacent; they did not help the poor and needy. / Thus they were haughty and committed abominations before Me. Therefore I removed them, as you have seen. than for that town. Matthew 10:14-15 And if anyone will not welcome you or heed your words, shake the dust off your feet when you leave that home or town. / Truly I tell you, it will be more bearable for Sodom and Gomorrah on the day of judgment than for that town. Matthew 11:23-24 And you, Capernaum, will you be lifted up to heaven? No, you will be brought down to Hades! For if the miracles that were performed in you had been performed in Sodom, it would have remained to this day. / But I tell you that it will be more bearable for Sodom on the day of judgment than for you.” Acts 13:51 So they shook the dust off their feet in protest against them and went to Iconium. Matthew 10:15 Truly I tell you, it will be more bearable for Sodom and Gomorrah on the day of judgment than for that town. Ezekiel 16:49-50 Now this was the iniquity of your sister Sodom: She and her daughters were arrogant, overfed, and complacent; they did not help the poor and needy. / Thus they were haughty and committed abominations before Me. Therefore I removed them, as you have seen. 2 Peter 2:6 if He condemned the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah to destruction, reducing them to ashes as an example of what is coming on the ungodly; Matthew 12:41 The men of Nineveh will stand at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for they repented at the preaching of Jonah, and now One greater than Jonah is here. Matthew 12:42 The Queen of the South will rise at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for she came from the ends of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now One greater than Solomon is here. Amos 4:11 “Some of you I overthrew as I overthrew Sodom and Gomorrah, and you were like a firebrand snatched from a blaze, yet you did not return to Me,” declares the LORD. Isaiah 1:9-10 Unless the LORD of Hosts had left us a few survivors, we would have become like Sodom, we would have resembled Gomorrah. / Hear the word of the LORD, you rulers of Sodom; listen to the instruction of our God, you people of Gomorrah! Treasury of Scripture But I say to you, that it shall be more tolerable in that day for Sodom, than for that city. that. Lamentations 4:6 For the punishment of the iniquity of the daughter of my people is greater than the punishment of the sin of Sodom, that was overthrown as in a moment, and no hands stayed on her. Ezekiel 16:48-50 As I live, saith the Lord GOD, Sodom thy sister hath not done, she nor her daughters, as thou hast done, thou and thy daughters… Matthew 10:15 Verily I say unto you, It shall be more tolerable for the land of Sodom and Gomorrha in the day of judgment, than for that city. Jump to Previous Bearable Better City Endurable Great Sodom TolerableJump to Next Bearable Better City Endurable Great Sodom TolerableLuke 10 1. Jesus sends out at once seventy disciples to work miracles, and to preach;13. pronounces a woe against certain cities. 17. The seventy return with joy; 18. he shows them wherein to rejoice, 21. and thanks his Father for his grace; 23. magnifies the happy estate of his church; 25. teaches the lawyer how to attain eternal life, 30. and tells the parable of the good Samaritan; 38. reprimands Martha, and commends Mary her sister. I tell you This phrase emphasizes the authority of Jesus as He speaks. It is a direct assertion, indicating the importance and certainty of the message that follows. Jesus often used this phrase to introduce significant teachings or prophetic statements, underscoring His role as a divine teacher and prophet. it will be more bearable on that day for Sodom than for that town Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristThe speaker of this verse, Jesus is addressing His disciples as He sends them out to preach the Kingdom of God. 2. Sodom An ancient city known for its sinfulness and subsequent destruction by God as recorded in Genesis. It serves as a symbol of divine judgment. 3. The Town Refers to any town that rejects the message of the Kingdom of God brought by Jesus' disciples. 4. Disciples The followers of Jesus who are being sent out to proclaim the Gospel and perform miracles in His name. 5. The Day of Judgment The future time when God will judge the world, referenced here as "that day." Teaching Points The Seriousness of Rejecting the GospelJesus emphasizes the grave consequences of rejecting His message. The comparison to Sodom underscores the severity of such a decision. Accountability for Revelation Received Towns that witnessed Jesus' miracles and heard His teachings are held to a higher standard. This principle applies to us today; the more we know, the more we are accountable. The Certainty of Judgment Jesus' words affirm the reality of a coming judgment. This should motivate believers to share the Gospel and live in a way that reflects their faith. The Urgency of Repentance The reference to Sodom serves as a call to repentance. Just as Sodom faced destruction, so too will those who do not turn to God. The Compassionate Warning of Christ Jesus' warning is an act of compassion, urging people to turn from their ways and accept the salvation He offers. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Luke 10:12?2. How does Luke 10:12 emphasize the seriousness of rejecting Christ's message today? 3. What lessons can we learn from Sodom's fate mentioned in Luke 10:12? 4. How does Luke 10:12 connect with the theme of judgment in Matthew 11:23-24? 5. In what ways can we ensure we are receptive to God's message? 6. How can we warn others about the consequences of rejecting the Gospel? 7. What does Luke 10:12 reveal about God's judgment on unrepentant cities? 8. How does Luke 10:12 compare Sodom's fate to that of unrepentant towns? 9. Why is Sodom referenced in Luke 10:12 as a warning? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Luke 10? 11. Are all sins considered equal in severity? 12. What does 'Satan fall like lightning' mean? 13. Luke 12:10 mentions an 'unforgivable sin.' How does that align with passages elsewhere in the Bible that emphasize God's limitless forgiveness? 14. How do we resolve the apparent contradiction between Isaiah 14's depiction of a proud king and later Christian interpretations linking these verses to Satan? What Does Luke 10:12 Mean I tell youJesus speaks with absolute authority. His words are not suggestions; they are the very revelation of God. • Repeated use of this phrase in the Gospels underscores certainty (John 3:11, “Truly, truly, I tell you…,”; Matthew 5:18). • Because the Son of God is speaking, what follows is beyond dispute (Luke 4:32). • We are reminded that rejecting His word is rejecting Him (Luke 10:16). it will be more bearable on that day The “day” is the final Day of Judgment, when every person and every community will answer to God (Romans 2:5; Revelation 20:11-15). • Jesus teaches degrees of accountability: greater light brings greater responsibility (Matthew 11:22). • “More bearable” does not imply ease for Sodom, but severe, differing levels of judgment based on revelation received (Luke 12:47-48). • God’s justice is perfectly measured; no sin escapes notice, yet His judgments are never arbitrary (Psalm 98:9). for Sodom Sodom serves as Scripture’s classic example of unchecked rebellion and rapid destruction (Genesis 19). • God “condemned the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah to extinction, making them an example” (2 Peter 2:6). • Their sins were grievous, yet they never saw the incarnate Christ or heard the gospel firsthand. • Jude 7 calls their fate “the punishment of eternal fire,” highlighting the seriousness of their rebellion. than for that town In Luke 10 Jesus sends out seventy-two disciples; any town that rejects them is rejecting Him (Luke 10:1-12). • The towns of Galilee had witnessed miracles and heard the message personally, surpassing Sodom’s light (Matthew 11:23-24). • Greater revelation intensifies judgment: “How much more severely do you think one deserves to be punished who has trampled the Son of God?” (Hebrews 10:29). • This warning applies today: ignoring Christ’s gospel brings a judgment even harsher than that which fell on Sodom (John 3:19-20). summary Luke 10:12 teaches that Jesus, with divine authority, announces a coming Day of Judgment where accountability matches revelation received. Sodom—destroyed for blatant wickedness—will face a terrible sentence, yet towns that heard and rejected Christ’s message will suffer even more. The verse underscores God’s perfect justice, the seriousness of despising gospel light, and the urgent call to receive and obey the Savior’s words. (12) It shall be more tolerable in that day for Sodom.--See Note on Matthew 10:15.Verse 12. - But I say unto you, that it shall be more tolerable in that day for Sodom, than for that city. Such a rejection implies that they would have nothing to do with the Master of these preachers, the pitiful, loving, Galilaean Teacher. These were days of possible mighty blessings, of proportional terrible punishments. The woe of Sodom, that well-known swift destruction, most probably through sudden volcanic agency, was tolerable in comparison with the far more awful doom reserved in the immediate future, at the hands of Rome, for these guilty cities of Palestine (see a further note on this on ver. 15).Parallel Commentaries ... Greek I tellλέγω (legō) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular Strong's 3004: (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. you, ὑμῖν (hymin) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. it will be ἔσται (estai) Verb - Future Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. more bearable ἀνεκτότερον (anektoteron) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular - Comparative Strong's 414: Endurable, tolerable. Comparative of a derivative of anechomai; more endurable. on ἐν (en) Preposition Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. that ἐκείνῃ (ekeinē) Demonstrative Pronoun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 1565: That, that one there, yonder. From ekei; that one (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed. day ἡμέρᾳ (hēmera) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 2250: A day, the period from sunrise to sunset. for Sodom Σοδόμοις (Sodomois) Noun - Dative Neuter Plural Strong's 4670: Sodom. Plural of Hebrew origin; Sodoma, a place in Palestine. than ἢ (ē) Conjunction Strong's 2228: Or, than. A primary particle of distinction between two connected terms; disjunctive, or; comparative, than. for that ἐκείνῃ (ekeinē) Demonstrative Pronoun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 1565: That, that one there, yonder. From ekei; that one (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed. town. πόλει (polei) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 4172: A city, the inhabitants of a city. Probably from the same as polemos, or perhaps from polus; a town. Links Luke 10:12 NIVLuke 10:12 NLT Luke 10:12 ESV Luke 10:12 NASB Luke 10:12 KJV Luke 10:12 BibleApps.com Luke 10:12 Biblia Paralela Luke 10:12 Chinese Bible Luke 10:12 French Bible Luke 10:12 Catholic Bible NT Gospels: Luke 10:12 I tell you it will be more (Luke Lu Lk) |
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