Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version As Jesus looked up, he saw the rich putting their gifts into the temple treasury. New Living Translation While Jesus was in the Temple, he watched the rich people dropping their gifts in the collection box. English Standard Version Jesus looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the offering box, Berean Standard Bible Then Jesus looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury, Berean Literal Bible And having looked up, He saw the ones casting their gifts into the treasury—the rich. King James Bible And he looked up, and saw the rich men casting their gifts into the treasury. New King James Version And He looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury, New American Standard Bible Now He looked up and saw the wealthy putting their gifts into the temple treasury. NASB 1995 And He looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury. NASB 1977 And He looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury. Legacy Standard Bible And He looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury. Amplified Bible Looking up, He saw the rich people putting their gifts into the treasury. Berean Annotated Bible Then Jesus looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury, Christian Standard Bible He looked up and saw the rich dropping their offerings into the temple treasury. Holman Christian Standard Bible He looked up and saw the rich dropping their offerings into the temple treasury. American Standard Version And he looked up, and saw the rich men that were casting their gifts into the treasury. Contemporary English Version Jesus looked up and saw some rich people tossing their gifts into the offering box. English Revised Version And he looked up, and saw the rich men that were casting their gifts into the treasury. GOD'S WORD® Translation Looking up, Jesus saw people, especially the rich, dropping their gifts into the temple offering box. Good News Translation Jesus looked around and saw rich people dropping their gifts in the Temple treasury, International Standard Version Now Jesus looked up and saw rich people dropping their gifts into the offering box. NET Bible Jesus looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the offering box. New Heart English Bible He looked up, and saw the rich people who were putting their gifts into the treasury. Webster's Bible Translation And he looked up, and saw rich men casting their gifts into the treasury. Weymouth New Testament Looking up He saw the people throwing their gifts into the Treasury--the rich people. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen Jesus looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury, World English Bible He looked up and saw the rich people who were putting their gifts into the treasury. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd having looked up, He saw those who cast their gifts into the treasury—rich men, Berean Literal Bible And having looked up, He saw the ones casting their gifts into the treasury—the rich. Young's Literal Translation And having looked up, he saw those who did cast their gifts to the treasury -- rich men, Smith's Literal Translation And having looked up, he saw the rich casting their gifts into the royal treasury. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAND looking on, he saw the rich men cast their gifts into the treasury. Catholic Public Domain Version And looking around, he saw the wealthy putting their donations into the offertory. New American Bible When he looked up he saw some wealthy people putting their offerings into the treasury New Revised Standard Version He looked up and saw rich people putting their gifts into the treasury; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleJESUS then looked at the rich men who were casting their offerings into the trea sury. Aramaic Bible in Plain English But Yeshua gazed at the rich who were casting in their offerings to the treasury. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd he looked up, and saw the rich throwing their gifts into the treasury. Godbey New Testament And looking up, He saw the rich casting their gifts into the treasury. Haweis New Testament AND as he looked up, he saw some casting their gifts into the treasury who were rich. Mace New Testament As Jesus was observing the rich casting their offerings into the treasury, Weymouth New Testament Looking up He saw the people throwing their gifts into the Treasury--the rich people. Worrell New Testament And, looking up, He saw the rich casting their gifts into the treasury. Worsley New Testament And He looked up and saw the rich people bringing their gifts to the treasury: Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Poor Widow's Offering1Then Jesus looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury, 2and He saw a poor widow put in two small copper coins.… Cross References Then Jesus looked up Luke 19:5 When Jesus came to that place, He looked up and said, “Zacchaeus, hurry down, for I must stay at your house today.” Luke 9:16 Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, Jesus spoke a blessing and broke them. Then He gave them to the disciples to set before the people. Matthew 14:19 And He directed the crowds to sit down on the grass. Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, He spoke a blessing. Then He broke the loaves and gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the people. and saw the rich Mark 12:41 As Jesus was sitting opposite the treasury, He watched the crowd putting money into it. And many rich people put in large amounts. Luke 18:24 Seeing the man’s sadness, Jesus said, “How hard it is for the rich to enter the kingdom of God! 1 Timothy 6:17 Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be conceited and not to put their hope in the uncertainty of wealth, but in God, who richly provides all things for us to enjoy. putting their gifts into the treasury, 2 Kings 12:9 Then Jehoiada the priest took a chest, bored a hole in its lid, and set it beside the altar on the right side as one enters the house of the LORD. There the priests who guarded the threshold put all the money brought into the house of the LORD. 2 Kings 12:10 Whenever they saw that there was a large amount of money in the chest, the royal scribe and the high priest would go up, count the money brought into the house of the LORD, and tie it up in bags. John 8:20 He spoke these words while teaching in the temple courts, near the treasury. Yet no one seized Him, because His hour had not yet come. Matthew 6:1-4 “Be careful not to perform your righteous acts before men to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. / So when you give to the needy, do not sound a trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be honored by men. Truly I tell you, they already have their full reward. / But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, … 2 Corinthians 8:1-5 Now, brothers, we want you to know about the grace that God has given the churches of Macedonia. / In the terrible ordeal they suffered, their abundant joy and deep poverty overflowed into rich generosity. / For I testify that they gave according to their ability and even beyond it. Of their own accord, … 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. / Each one should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not out of regret or compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver. Acts 4:34-37 There were no needy ones among them, because those who owned lands or houses would sell their property, bring the proceeds from the sales, / and lay them at the apostles’ feet for distribution to anyone as he had need. / Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the apostles called Barnabas (meaning Son of Encouragement), … Acts 2:44-45 All the believers were together and had everything in common. / Selling their possessions and goods, they shared with anyone who was in need. Philippians 4:15-18 And as you Philippians know, in the early days of the gospel, when I left Macedonia, no church but you partnered with me in the matter of giving and receiving. / For even while I was in Thessalonica, you provided for my needs again and again. / Not that I am seeking a gift, but I am looking for the fruit that may be credited to your account. … James 2:15-16 Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. / If one of you tells him, “Go in peace; stay warm and well fed,” but does not provide for his physical needs, what good is that? Treasury of Scripture And he looked up, and saw the rich men casting their gifts into the treasury. and saw. Mark 7:11-13 But ye say, If a man shall say to his father or mother, It is Corban, that is to say, a gift, by whatsoever thou mightest be profited by me; he shall be free… Mark 12:41-44 And Jesus sat over against the treasury, and beheld how the people cast money into the treasury: and many that were rich cast in much… the treasury. Joshua 6:19,24 But all the silver, and gold, and vessels of brass and iron, are consecrated unto the LORD: they shall come into the treasury of the LORD… 1 Kings 14:26 And he took away the treasures of the house of the LORD, and the treasures of the king's house; he even took away all: and he took away all the shields of gold which Solomon had made. 2 Kings 24:13 And he carried out thence all the treasures of the house of the LORD, and the treasures of the king's house, and cut in pieces all the vessels of gold which Solomon king of Israel had made in the temple of the LORD, as the LORD had said. Jump to Previous Cast Casting Gifts Jesus Money-Box Offerings Putting Rich Temple Throwing Treasury WealthJump to Next Cast Casting Gifts Jesus Money-Box Offerings Putting Rich Temple Throwing Treasury WealthLuke 21 1. Jesus commends the poor widow.5. He foretells the destruction of the temple, and of the city Jerusalem; 25. the signs also which shall be before the last day. 34. He exhorts them to be watchful. Then Jesus looked up This phrase indicates a change in Jesus' focus and attention. It suggests a deliberate action, emphasizing His awareness and intentional observation. In the context of the temple, Jesus often used His surroundings to teach important lessons. His looking up signifies a moment of teaching and revelation, drawing attention to what He is about to observe and comment on. and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe central figure in this passage, Jesus is observing the actions of those around Him. His teachings often focus on the heart and intentions behind actions. 2. The Rich These individuals are putting their gifts into the treasury. Their actions are being observed by Jesus, highlighting a contrast that will be further developed in the following verses. 3. The Treasury This is the place within the temple where offerings were collected. It was a public area where people could see the contributions being made. Teaching Points Heart Over WealthJesus values the heart's intention over the amount given. It's not about how much we give, but the spirit in which we give. Public vs. Private Giving The setting of the treasury highlights the potential for giving to be a public display. Jesus teaches that true giving is not for show but for God. Stewardship and Sacrifice The passage invites reflection on how we manage our resources and the sacrifices we are willing to make for God's kingdom. Observing and Learning Jesus' observation of the rich provides a teaching moment. We are encouraged to observe and learn from the actions and attitudes of others. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Luke 21:1?2. How does Luke 21:1 inspire us to give sacrificially in our lives? 3. What can we learn about Jesus' view on wealth from Luke 21:1? 4. How does Luke 21:1 connect to the widow's offering in Mark 12:41-44? 5. In what ways can we prioritize spiritual wealth over material wealth today? 6. How can we apply the widow's example of giving in our daily lives? 7. What does Luke 21:1 reveal about Jesus' view on wealth and generosity? 8. How does Luke 21:1 challenge our understanding of true sacrifice? 9. What historical context is important for interpreting Luke 21:1? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Luke 21? 11. Why do Jesus' statements about the end times suggest he expected the world to end in his generation? 12. What lesson does the widow's mite teach about giving? 13. What is worth doing even if done poorly? 14. What is the Olivet Discourse about? What Does Luke 21:1 Mean Then Jesus looked up• The moment begins with a deliberate upward glance. Jesus isn’t distracted; He is intentionally observing what unfolds before Him, just as He has done at other crucial points (see John 11:41; Mark 6:41). • This simple action reminds us that the Lord is always aware of the acts of His people, whether public or private (Psalm 33:13–15). • By looking up, Jesus positions Himself to teach—a pattern seen when He surveys a scene before speaking truth into it (Luke 20:45). and saw • His sight is penetrating. He doesn’t merely notice activity; He discerns hearts (1 Samuel 16:7; Revelation 2:23). • Mark’s parallel account underscores this watchful gaze: “He sat down opposite the treasury and watched the crowd putting money into the offering box” (Mark 12:41). • What comforts or convicts us is that nothing escapes His attention (Hebrews 4:13). the rich • Luke identifies those of substantial means. Earlier, Jesus warned of the spiritual perils wealth can bring (Luke 6:24; 18:24–25). • Their presence in the temple courts signals religious commitment, yet Jesus will soon contrast their giving with a widow’s (Luke 21:3–4). • Wealth itself isn’t condemned; rather, trust placed in riches instead of God is (1 Timothy 6:17–18). putting their gifts • The gifts were voluntary offerings, above required tithes, intended for temple service (2 Chronicles 31:12). • Scripture repeatedly emphasizes motive over amount. God loves a cheerful giver (2 Corinthians 9:7), and giving should be done discreetly, not for show (Matthew 6:2–4). • Jesus observes not only the act but the attitude: generosity can be genuine or self-promoting. into the treasury • The treasury consisted of trumpet-shaped chests located in the Court of Women, where all could deposit offerings (John 8:20 offers another mention of this area). • These chests were meant to fund temple ministry and care for the needy (Nehemiah 10:38–39). • Their public placement provided opportunity for sincere worship—or for ostentatious display (Matthew 23:5). summary Luke 21:1 captures a brief yet revealing snapshot: the Lord intentionally looks, truly sees, notices the wealthy donors, observes their offerings, and acknowledges where those gifts are placed. In doing so, He sets the stage to contrast outward abundance with inward devotion. The verse reminds us that Jesus still watches our giving—attentive to motive, heart, and faithfulness—and invites us to honor Him with sincere, humble generosity. XXI.(1-4) And saw the rich men casting their gifts.--See Notes on Mark 12:41-44. This may, perhaps, be thought of as one of the incidents which St. Luke derived from verbal communication with his brother-evangelist. (See Introduction.) Verses 1-4. - The widow's mite. We find this little sketch only here and in St. Mark (Mark 12:41-44). The Master was sitting - resting, probably, after the effort of the great denunciation of the scribes and Pharisees - in the covered colonnade of that part of the temple which was open to the Jewish women. Here was the treasury, with its thirteen boxes in the wall, for the reception of the alms of the people. These boxes were called shopheroth, or trumpets, because they were shaped like trumpets, swelling out beneath, and tapering upward into a narrow mouth, or opening, into which the alms were dropped. Some of these "trumpets" were marked with special inscriptions, denoting the destination of the offerings. Verse 1. - And he looked up, and saw the rich men outing their gifts into the treasury. It is not improbable that a special stream of almsgivers were just then passing through the temple court, many being specially impressed by the solemn words they had just been listening to.Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Thenδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. [Jesus] looked up Ἀναβλέψας (Anablepsas) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 308: To look up, recover my sight. From ana and blepo; to look up; by implication, to recover sight. [and] saw εἶδεν (eiden) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 3708: Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear. the τοὺς (tous) Article - Accusative Masculine Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. rich πλουσίους (plousious) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Plural Strong's 4145: Rich, abounding in, wealthy; subst: a rich man. From ploutos; wealthy; figuratively, abounding with. putting βάλλοντας (ballontas) Verb - Present Participle Active - Accusative Masculine Plural Strong's 906: (a) I cast, throw, rush, (b) often, in the weaker sense: I place, put, drop. A primary verb; to throw. their αὐτῶν (autōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. gifts δῶρα (dōra) Noun - Accusative Neuter Plural Strong's 1435: A gift, present. A present; specially, a sacrifice. into εἰς (eis) Preposition Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. the τὸ (to) Article - Accusative Neuter Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. treasury, γαζοφυλάκιον (gazophylakion) Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular Strong's 1049: A treasury. From gaza and phulake; a treasure-house, i.e. A court in the temple for the collection-boxes. Links Luke 21:1 NIVLuke 21:1 NLT Luke 21:1 ESV Luke 21:1 NASB Luke 21:1 KJV Luke 21:1 BibleApps.com Luke 21:1 Biblia Paralela Luke 21:1 Chinese Bible Luke 21:1 French Bible Luke 21:1 Catholic Bible NT Gospels: Luke 21:1 He looked up and saw the rich (Luke Lu Lk) |
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