Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “Return home and tell how much God has done for you.” So the man went away and told all over town how much Jesus had done for him. New Living Translation “No, go back to your family, and tell them everything God has done for you.” So he went all through the town proclaiming the great things Jesus had done for him. English Standard Version “Return to your home, and declare how much God has done for you.” And he went away, proclaiming throughout the whole city how much Jesus had done for him. Berean Standard Bible “Return home and describe how much God has done for you.” So the man went away and proclaimed all over the town how much Jesus had done for him. Berean Literal Bible “Return to your house and relate how much God did for you.” And he went away, proclaiming through the whole city how much Jesus did for him. King James Bible Return to thine own house, and shew how great things God hath done unto thee. And he went his way, and published throughout the whole city how great things Jesus had done unto him. New King James Version “Return to your own house, and tell what great things God has done for you.” And he went his way and proclaimed throughout the whole city what great things Jesus had done for him. New American Standard Bible “Return to your home and describe what great things God has done for you.” So he went away, proclaiming throughout the city what great things Jesus had done for him. NASB 1995 “Return to your house and describe what great things God has done for you.” So he went away, proclaiming throughout the whole city what great things Jesus had done for him. NASB 1977 “Return to your house and describe what great things God has done for you.” And he went away, proclaiming throughout the whole city what great things Jesus had done for him. Legacy Standard Bible “Return to your house and recount what great things God has done for you.” So he went away, proclaiming throughout the whole city what great things Jesus had done for him. Amplified Bible “Return home and tell [about] all the great things God has done for you.” So the man went away, proclaiming throughout the whole city what great things Jesus had done for him. Berean Annotated Bible “Return home and describe how much God {Theos} has done for you. So the man went away and proclaimed all over the town how much Jesus (YHWH saves) had done for him. Christian Standard Bible “Go back to your home, and tell all that God has done for you.” And off he went, proclaiming throughout the town how much Jesus had done for him. Holman Christian Standard Bible “Go back to your home, and tell all that God has done for you.” And off he went, proclaiming throughout the town all that Jesus had done for him. American Standard Version Return to thy house, and declare how great things God hath done for thee. And he went his way, publishing throughout the whole city how great things Jesus had done for him. Contemporary English Version "Go back home and tell everyone how much God has done for you." The man then went all over town, telling everything that Jesus had done for him. English Revised Version Return to thy house, and declare how great things God hath done for thee. And he went his way, publishing throughout the whole city how great things Jesus had done for him. GOD'S WORD® Translation "Go home to your family, and tell them how much God has done for you." So the man left. He went through the whole city and told people how much Jesus had done for him. Good News Translation "Go back home and tell what God has done for you." The man went through the town, telling what Jesus had done for him. International Standard Version "Go home and tell what God has done for you." So the man left and kept proclaiming throughout the whole city how much Jesus had done for him. NET Bible "Return to your home, and declare what God has done for you." So he went away, proclaiming throughout the whole town what Jesus had done for him. New Heart English Bible "Return to your house, and declare what great things God has done for you." He went his way, proclaiming throughout the whole city what great things Jesus had done for him. Webster's Bible Translation Return to thy own house, and show how great things God hath done to thee. And he went away and published throughout the whole city, how great things Jesus had done to him. Weymouth New Testament "Return home," He said, "and tell there all that God has done for you." So he went and published through the whole town all that Jesus had done for him. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bible“Return home and describe how much God has done for you.” So the man went away and proclaimed all over the town how much Jesus had done for him. World English Bible “Return to your house, and declare what great things God has done for you.” He went his way, proclaiming throughout the whole city what great things Jesus had done for him. Literal Translations Literal Standard Version“Return to your house, and tell how God did great things to you”; and he went away through all the city proclaiming how Jesus did great things to him. Berean Literal Bible “Return to your house and relate how much God did for you.” And he went away, proclaiming through the whole city how much Jesus did for him. Young's Literal Translation 'Turn back to thy house, and tell how great things God did to thee;' and he went away through all the city proclaiming how great things Jesus did to him. Smith's Literal Translation Return to thy house and recount what God did to thee. And he departed, proclaiming throughout the whole city what Jesus did to him. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleReturn to thy house, and tell how great things God hath done to thee. And he went through the whole city, publishing how great things Jesus had done to him. Catholic Public Domain Version “Return to your house and explain to them what great things God has done for you.” And he traveled through the entire city, preaching about the great things that Jesus had done for him. New American Bible “Return home and recount what God has done for you.” The man went off and proclaimed throughout the whole town what Jesus had done for him. New Revised Standard Version “Return to your home, and declare how much God has done for you.” So he went away, proclaiming throughout the city how much Jesus had done for him. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleReturn to your own house, and declare what God has done for you. And he went away, and preached throughout the city what Jesus had done for him. Aramaic Bible in Plain English “Return to your house and relate the thing that God has done for you.” And he went on, and he was preaching in the whole city the thing that Yeshua had done for him. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentReturn to your house, and tell what things God has done for you. And he went away, proclaiming through the whole city what Jesus had done for him. Godbey New Testament Haweis New Testament Return to thy house, and declare what things God hath done for thee. And he went away, and published through the whole city what things Jesus had done for him. Mace New Testament saying, go home, and relate, what great things God hath done for you, whereupon he departed, and published through all the city, what a wonderful deliverance Jesus had wrought for him. Weymouth New Testament "Return home," He said, "and tell there all that God has done for you." So he went and published through the whole town all that Jesus had done for him. Worrell New Testament Worsley New Testament saying, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Demons and the Pigs…38The man whom the demons had left begged to go with Jesus. But He sent him away, saying, 39“Return home and describe how much God has done for you.” So the man went away and proclaimed all over the town how much Jesus had done for him. 40When Jesus returned, the crowd welcomed Him, for they had all been waiting for Him.… Cross References Return home Mark 5:19 But Jesus would not allow him. “Go home to your own people,” He said, “and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and what mercy He has shown you.” Luke 15:20 So he got up and went to his father. But while he was still in the distance, his father saw him and was filled with compassion. He ran to his son, embraced him, and kissed him. Luke 15:18 I will get up and go back to my father and say to him, “Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. and describe how much God has done for you. Psalm 66:16 Come and listen, all you who fear God, and I will declare what He has done for me. Psalm 71:15 My mouth will declare Your righteousness and Your salvation all day long, though I cannot know their full measure. Psalm 107:2 Let the redeemed of the LORD say so, whom He has redeemed from the hand of the enemy So the man went away Acts 8:39 When they came up out of the water, the Spirit of the Lord carried Philip away, and the eunuch saw him no more, but went on his way rejoicing. Luke 5:25 And immediately the man stood up before them, took what he had been lying on, and went home glorifying God. John 4:28 Then the woman left her water jar, went back into the town, and said to the people, and proclaimed all over the town Mark 1:45 But the man went out and openly began to proclaim and spread the news. Consequently, Jesus could no longer enter a town in plain view, but He stayed out in solitary places. Yet people came to Him from every quarter. Mark 1:28 And the news about Jesus spread quickly through the whole region of Galilee. Acts 8:4 Those who had been scattered preached the word wherever they went. how much Jesus had done for him. Mark 5:20 So the man went away and began to proclaim throughout the Decapolis how much Jesus had done for him. And everyone was amazed. Acts 3:16 By faith in the name of Jesus, this man whom you see and know has been made strong. It is Jesus’ name and the faith that comes through Him that has given him this complete healing in your presence. John 9:25 He answered, “Whether He is a sinner I do not know. There is one thing I do know: I was blind, but now I see!” Matthew 8:28-34 When Jesus arrived on the other side in the region of the Gadarenes, He was met by two demon-possessed men coming from the tombs. They were so violent that no one could pass that way. / “What do You want with us, Son of God?” they shouted. “Have You come here to torture us before the appointed time?” / In the distance a large herd of pigs was feeding. … Treasury of Scripture Return to your own house, and show how great things God has done to you. And he went his way, and published throughout the whole city how great things Jesus had done to him. Return. 1 Timothy 5:8 But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel. and published. Luke 17:15-18 And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, and with a loud voice glorified God, … Deuteronomy 10:21 He is thy praise, and he is thy God, that hath done for thee these great and terrible things, which thine eyes have seen. Psalm 66:16 Come and hear, all ye that fear God, and I will declare what he hath done for my soul. Jump to Previous City Declare Describe Great Home House Jesus Proclaiming Published Shew Show Throughout Way WholeJump to Next City Declare Describe Great Home House Jesus Proclaiming Published Shew Show Throughout Way WholeLuke 8 1. Women minister unto Jesus of their own means.4. Jesus, after he had preached from place to place, 9. explains the parable of the sower, 16. and the candle; 19. declares who are his mother, and brothers; 22. rebukes the winds; 26. casts the legion of demons out of the man into the herd of pigs; 37. is rejected by the Gadarenes; 43. heals the woman of her bleeding; 49. and raises Jairus's daughter from death. Return home This phrase signifies a return to one's place of origin or family, emphasizing the importance of personal testimony within one's own community. In biblical times, family and community were central to identity and social structure. The man is instructed to go back to his own people, highlighting the significance of sharing one's faith journey with those who know you best. This mirrors the call for believers to be witnesses in their immediate surroundings, as seen in Acts 1:8. and describe how much God has done for you. So the man went away and proclaimed all over the town how much Jesus had done for him. Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe central figure in the Gospel of Luke, Jesus is the one who performs the miracle of healing the demon-possessed man and instructs him to share his testimony. 2. The Demon-Possessed Man Previously tormented by demons, this man is healed by Jesus. His transformation is a testament to Jesus' power and compassion. 3. The Town The man is instructed to return to his town, which represents his community and the place where his testimony will have the most impact. 4. The Miracle The event of the man's healing is a demonstration of Jesus' authority over evil and His ability to restore lives. 5. The Testimony The act of the man sharing his account is a key event, emphasizing the importance of witnessing to others about God's work in our lives. Teaching Points The Power of Personal TestimonySharing personal experiences of God's work in our lives can be a powerful tool for evangelism and encouragement. Obedience to Christ's Commands The man’s immediate obedience to Jesus’ instruction serves as a model for us to follow Christ’s commands without hesitation. The Impact of Transformation A life transformed by Christ can have a profound impact on a community, as seen in the man’s testimony to his town. God's Authority Over Evil Jesus’ ability to cast out demons demonstrates His supreme authority over all spiritual forces. Witnessing Begins at Home The instruction to return home underscores the importance of starting our witness in our immediate surroundings. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Luke 8:39?2. How can we "declare how much God has done" in our daily lives? 3. What does Luke 8:39 teach about personal testimony's power in evangelism? 4. How does Luke 8:39 connect with the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20? 5. Why is it important to share God's work in our lives with others? 6. How can we overcome fear to share our testimony as in Luke 8:39? 7. How does Luke 8:39 demonstrate the power of personal testimony in spreading faith? 8. Why did Jesus instruct the healed man to return home instead of following Him? 9. What cultural significance does the Decapolis hold in the context of Luke 8:39? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Luke 8? 11. How many demoniacs were in the Gerasene region? 12. In 1 Kings 17:21-22, how can Elijah revive a dead child by simply praying and stretching himself over the body without any natural explanation? 13. What did the centurion say when Jesus dies? Certainly this man was innocent (Luke 23:47) Truly this man was the Son of God (Mark 15:39) 14. How can Jesus be 'led by the Spirit' yet encounter direct temptation from the devil (Luke 4:1)? What Does Luke 8:39 Mean Return homeJesus sends the newly delivered man straight back to the very people who knew his past. That command underlines two truths: • Transformation shows most clearly where our brokenness was once on full display (Mark 5:19). • Home is a God-given mission field—family, friends, neighbors who need living proof that “if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation” (2 Corinthians 5:17). • God often starts evangelism with households (Acts 16:31) and circles of influence we already have. By obeying, the man acknowledges Christ’s authority and trusts that God can use even yesterday’s shame as today’s platform for grace. and describe Jesus does not ask for a polished sermon, just an honest account. Testimony is storytelling, not theologizing. Scripture keeps inviting us to speak up: • “Come and listen… I will declare what He has done for me” (Psalm 66:16). • “We cannot stop speaking about what we have seen and heard” (Acts 4:20). • “Always be prepared to give a defense” (1 Peter 3:15). Practical pointers: – Keep it personal: what Christ did in you. – Keep it clear: before / how / after. – Keep it Christ-centered: He, not you, is the hero. how much God has done for you The spotlight is on God’s greatness, not the former demoniac’s misery. Scripture reminds us never to forget His works (Deuteronomy 6:12; Psalm 103:2). Notice the breadth of “how much”: • Mercy that rescued (Luke 1:49). • Power that restored (Ephesians 2:4-5). • Purpose that re-commissioned (1 Peter 2:9). Rehearsing God’s deeds fuels gratitude and keeps fresh the wonder of salvation. So the man went away Instant obedience marks genuine faith. Like the fishermen who “at once… followed Him” (Matthew 4:20), this man acts without delay. James 1:22 warns against hearing without doing; the former outcast models the opposite. Obedience is the hinge between command and impact. and proclaimed all over the town What began in one heart spreads through an entire region. Personal rescue becomes public proclamation: • Jesus said His followers would be “My witnesses… to the ends of the earth” (Acts 1:8). • Even when Jesus asked the cleansed leper to keep quiet, “he went out and openly proclaimed” (Mark 1:45); the urge to share good news is irrepressible. • Healthy proclamation is both verbal and visible—word and changed life testify together (Colossians 1:28). how much Jesus had done for him Luke purposefully shifts from “God” in the command to “Jesus” in the obedience, affirming the deity of Christ. What God did, Jesus did—because Jesus is God (John 10:30; Titus 2:13). Telling what Jesus has done keeps evangelism Christ-focused: • His person (who He is). • His work (what He accomplished). • His personal touch (how He met me). The man’s story leaves listeners with one unavoidable conclusion: the One who conquered a legion of demons can conquer any darkness. summary Luke 8:39 calls every redeemed soul to start where they are, speak what they know, and spotlight what God—in Christ—has done. Obedient testimony turns private deliverance into public witness, honoring Jesus as God and inviting others into the same liberating grace. (39) Throughout the whole city.--The city was, of course, according to the reading adopted, Gerasa, or Gadara.Greek “ReturnὙπόστρεφε (Hypostrephe) Verb - Present Imperative Active - 2nd Person Singular Strong's 5290: To turn back, return. From hupo and strepho; to turn under, i.e. To return. home οἶκόν (oikon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3624: A dwelling; by implication, a family. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. tell διηγοῦ (diēgou) Verb - Present Imperative Middle or Passive - 2nd Person Singular Strong's 1334: To relate in full, describe, narrate. From dia and hegeomai; to relate fully. how much ὅσα (hosa) Personal / Relative Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Plural Strong's 3745: How much, how great, how many, as great as, as much. By reduplication from hos; as As. God Θεός (Theos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. has done ἐποίησεν (epoiēsen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 4160: (a) I make, manufacture, construct, (b) I do, act, cause. Apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do. for you.” σοι (soi) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Singular Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. So καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. [the man] went ἀπῆλθεν (apēlthen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 565: From apo and erchomai; to go off, aside or behind, literally or figuratively. [and] proclaimed κηρύσσων (kēryssōn) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2784: To proclaim, herald, preach. Of uncertain affinity; to herald, especially divine truth. all ὅλην (holēn) Adjective - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 3650: All, the whole, entire, complete. A primary word; 'whole' or 'all', i.e. Complete, especially as noun or adverb. over καθ’ (kath’) Preposition Strong's 2596: A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined). the τὴν (tēn) Article - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. town πόλιν (polin) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 4172: A city, the inhabitants of a city. Probably from the same as polemos, or perhaps from polus; a town. how much ὅσα (hosa) Personal / Relative Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Plural Strong's 3745: How much, how great, how many, as great as, as much. By reduplication from hos; as As. Jesus Ἰησοῦς (Iēsous) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. had done ἐποίησεν (epoiēsen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 4160: (a) I make, manufacture, construct, (b) I do, act, cause. Apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do. for him. αὐτῷ (autō) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Singular 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. Links Luke 8:39 NIVLuke 8:39 NLT Luke 8:39 ESV Luke 8:39 NASB Luke 8:39 KJV Luke 8:39 BibleApps.com Luke 8:39 Biblia Paralela Luke 8:39 Chinese Bible Luke 8:39 French Bible Luke 8:39 Catholic Bible NT Gospels: Luke 8:39 Return to your house and declare what (Luke Lu Lk) |
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