Movatterモバイル変換

[0]ホーム
URL:

Bible >Luke >Chapter 11 > Verse 44
◄ Luke 11:44►
New International Version
“Woe to you, because you are like unmarked graves, which people walk over without knowing it.”

New Living Translation
Yes, what sorrow awaits you! For you are like hidden graves in a field. People walk over them without knowing the corruption they are stepping on.”

English Standard Version
Woe to you! For you are like unmarked graves, and people walk over them without knowing it.”

Berean Standard Bible
Woe to you! For you are like unmarked graves, which men walk over without even noticing.”

Berean Literal Bible
Woe to you, for you are like unmarked graves, and the men walking above have not knownit."

King James Bible
Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye are as graves which appear not, and the men that walk overthem are not awareof them.

New King James Version
Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you are like graves which are not seen, and the men who walk overthem are not awareof them.”

New American Standard Bible
Woe to you! For you are like unseen tombs, and the people who walk overthem are unawareof it.”

NASB 1995
“Woe to you! For you are like concealed tombs, and the people who walk over them are unaware of it.”

NASB 1977
“Woe to you! For you are like concealed tombs, and the people who walk overthem are unawareof it.”

Legacy Standard Bible
Woe to you! For you are like concealed tombs, and the people who walk overthem are unawareof it.”

Amplified Bible
Woe to you! For you are like graves which are unmarked, and people walk over them without being aware of it [and are ceremonially unclean].”

Christian Standard Bible
“Woe to you! You are like unmarked graves; the people who walk over them don’t know it.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
“Woe to you! You are like unmarked graves; the people who walk over them don’t know it.”

American Standard Version
Woe unto you! for ye are as the tombs which appear not, and the men that walk over them know it not.

Contemporary English Version
But you are in for trouble! You are like unmarked graves that people walk on without even knowing it.

English Revised Version
Woe unto you! for ye are as the tombs which appear not, and the men that walk over them know it not.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
How horrible it will be for you! You are like unmarked graves. People walk on them without knowing what they are."

Good News Translation
How terrible for you! You are like unmarked graves which people walk on without knowing it."

International Standard Version
How terrible it will be for you! You are like unmarked graves—people walk on them without realizing it."

NET Bible
Woe to you! You are like unmarked graves, and people walk over them without realizing it!"

New Heart English Bible
Woe to you. For you are like hidden graves, and the people who walk over them do not know it."

Webster's Bible Translation
Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye are as graves which appear not, and the men that walk over them are not aware of them.

Weymouth New Testament
Alas for you! for you are like the tombs which lie hidden, and the people who walk over them are not aware of their existence."
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! For you are like unmarked graves, which men walk over without even noticing.”

World English Bible
Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you are like hidden graves, and the men who walk over them don’t know it.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites, because you are as the unseen tombs, and the men walking above have not known.”

Berean Literal Bible
Woe to you, for you are like unmarked graves, and the men walking above have not knownit."

Young's Literal Translation
'Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites, because ye are as the unseen tombs, and the men walking above have not known.'

Smith's Literal Translation
Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye are as concealed tombs, and men walking above know not.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Woe to you, because you are as sepulchres that appear not, and men that walk over are not aware.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Woe to you! For you are like graves that are not noticeable, so that men walk over them without realizing it.”

New American Bible
Woe to you! You are like unseen graves over which people unknowingly walk.”

New Revised Standard Version
Woe to you! For you are like unmarked graves, and people walk over them without realizing it.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for you are like graves that cannot be recognized, and men walk over them and know it not.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
“Woe to you, Scribes and Pharisees, phonies, who are like tombs that are not known, and the children of men walk over them and do not know.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
Alas for you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for you are like graves that are not seen; and men that walk over them know it not.

Godbey New Testament
Woe unto you! because you are like tombs unseen, and men walking over them do not know it.

Haweis New Testament
Wo unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye are as graves concealed, which men, while walking over them, see not.

Mace New Testament
wo unto you: for you resemble subterraneous monuments, which men walk over, without perceiving them.

Weymouth New Testament
Alas for you! for you are like the tombs which lie hidden, and the people who walk over them are not aware of their existence."

Worrell New Testament
Woe to you! because ye are as the unobserved tombs; and the men, walking over them, knowit not."

Worsley New Testament
Wo unto you scribes and pharisees, hypocrites; for ye are like graves that do not appear, and those that walk overthem are not awareof them.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Woes to Religious Leaders
…43Woe to you Pharisees! You love the chief seats in the synagogues and the greetings in the marketplaces.44Woeto you!Foryou arelikeunmarkedgraves,whichmenwalkoverwithouteven noticing.”45One of the experts in the law told Him, “Teacher, when You say these things, You insult us as well.”…

Cross References
Matthew 23:27
Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You are like whitewashed tombs, which look beautiful on the outside but on the inside are full of dead men’s bones and every kind of impurity.

Matthew 23:28
In the same way, on the outside you appear to be righteous, but on the inside you are full of hypocrisy and wickedness.

Isaiah 65:4
sitting among the graves, spending nights in secret places, eating the meat of pigs and polluted broth from their bowls.

Numbers 19:16
Anyone in the open field who touches someone who has been killed by the sword or has died of natural causes, or anyone who touches a human bone or a grave, will be unclean for seven days.

Psalm 5:9
For not a word they speak can be trusted; destruction lies within them. Their throats are open graves; their tongues practice deceit.

Romans 3:13
“Their throats are open graves; their tongues practice deceit.” “The venom of vipers is on their lips.”

Matthew 15:14
Disregard them! They are blind guides. If a blind man leads a blind man, both will fall into a pit.”

Matthew 23:24
You blind guides! You strain out a gnat but swallow a camel.

Ezekiel 13:10
Because they have led My people astray, saying, ‘Peace,’ when there is no peace, and whitewashing any flimsy wall that is built,

Ezekiel 13:11
tell those whitewashing the wall that it will fall. Rain will come in torrents, I will send hailstones plunging down, and a windstorm will burst forth.

Ezekiel 13:12
Surely when the wall has fallen, you will not be asked, ‘Where is the whitewash with which you covered it?’

Ezekiel 13:13
Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: In My wrath I will release a windstorm, and in My anger torrents of rain and hail will fall with destructive fury.

Ezekiel 13:14
I will tear down the wall you whitewashed and level it to the ground, so that its foundation is exposed. The city will fall, and you will be destroyed within it. Then you will know that I am the LORD.

Ezekiel 13:15
And after I have vented My wrath against the wall and against those who whitewashed it, I will say to you: ‘The wall is gone, and so are those who whitewashed it—

Ezekiel 13:16
those prophets of Israel who prophesied to Jerusalem and saw a vision of peace for her when there was no peace, declares the Lord GOD.’


Treasury of Scripture

Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for you are as graves which appear not, and the men that walk over them are not aware of them.

for.

Numbers 19:16
And whosoever toucheth one that is slain with a sword in the open fields, or a dead body, or a bone of a man, or a grave, shall be unclean seven days.

Psalm 5:9
Forthere is no faithfulness in their mouth; their inward partis very wickedness; their throatis an open sepulchre; they flatter with their tongue.

Hosea 9:8
The watchman of Ephraimwas with my God:but the prophetis a snare of a fowler in all his ways,and hatred in the house of his God.

Jump to Previous
AlasAppearAwareConcealedCurseDeadExistenceGravesHiddenHypocritesLiePhariseesResting-PlacesScribesSepulchresTombsUnawareUnmarkedUnseenWalkWalkingWoWoe
Jump to Next
AlasAppearAwareConcealedCurseDeadExistenceGravesHiddenHypocritesLiePhariseesResting-PlacesScribesSepulchresTombsUnawareUnmarkedUnseenWalkWalkingWoWoe
Luke 11
1.Jesus teaches us to pray, and that instantly;
11.assuring us that God will give all good things to those who ask him.
14.He, casting out a demon, rebukes the blasphemous Pharisees;
27.and shows who are blessed;
29.preaches to the people;
37.and reprimands the outward show of holiness.














Woe to you!
This phrase is a pronouncement of judgment or condemnation. In biblical context, "woe" is often used by prophets to declare divine displeasure and impending judgment. Jesus uses this term to address the Pharisees and experts in the law, highlighting their hypocrisy and spiritual blindness. The use of "woe" connects to Old Testament prophetic literature, such as Isaiah and Jeremiah, where similar language is used to call out the sins of Israel.

For you are like unmarked graves,
In Jewish culture, graves were considered unclean, and contact with them would render a person ceremonially unclean (Numbers 19:16). An unmarked grave posed a hidden danger, as people could become defiled unknowingly. Jesus compares the Pharisees to these graves, suggesting that their influence leads others into spiritual impurity without their awareness. This metaphor underscores the hidden nature of their hypocrisy and the unseen impact of their teachings.

which men walk over without even noticing.”
This phrase emphasizes the subtle and insidious nature of the Pharisees' influence. People interact with them and their teachings without realizing the spiritual harm being done. The imagery of walking over graves without noticing highlights the danger of spiritual complacency and the need for discernment. This connects to Jesus' broader teaching on the importance of inner purity over outward appearances, as seen inMatthew 23:27-28, where He criticizes the Pharisees for being like whitewashed tombs—beautiful on the outside but full of dead bones inside.

Persons / Places / Events
1.Jesus Christ
The speaker of this verse, addressing the Pharisees and experts in the law. Jesus often used strong language to confront hypocrisy and false piety.

2.Pharisees
A religious group in Judaism known for strict adherence to the law and traditions. They are often criticized by Jesus for their hypocrisy and legalism.

3.Experts in the Law (Scribes)
These were scholars and teachers of the Jewish law, often associated with the Pharisees. They were responsible for interpreting and teaching the law to the people.

4.Unmarked Graves
A metaphor used by Jesus to describe the hidden corruption and spiritual death of the Pharisees. In Jewish culture, contact with a grave made a person ceremonially unclean.

5.Ceremonial Uncleanness
A state of impurity according to Jewish law, which required purification rituals. Walking over a grave unknowingly would make a person unclean without their awareness.
Teaching Points
Hypocrisy in Religious Practice
Jesus warns against the danger of appearing righteous outwardly while harboring sin and corruption within. True faith requires integrity and sincerity.

Awareness of Spiritual Influence
Just as unmarked graves could defile unknowingly, hidden sin and hypocrisy can negatively influence others. Believers must be vigilant about their spiritual impact.

The Importance of Inner Purity
God desires purity of heart over mere external compliance with religious rituals. Believers should focus on cultivating a genuine relationship with God.

Self-Examination
Regular self-examination and repentance are crucial to avoid the pitfalls of hypocrisy. Believers should seek the Holy Spirit's guidance to reveal hidden sins.

The Role of Teachers and Leaders
Those in positions of spiritual authority must lead by example, ensuring their lives reflect the teachings they espouse.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1.What is the meaning of Luke 11:44?

2.How does Luke 11:44 warn against hidden sin in our lives today?

3.What does "unmarked graves" symbolize in Luke 11:44 for believers?

4.How can we ensure our actions align with God's standards in Luke 11:44?

5.What Old Testament teachings parallel the warning in Luke 11:44?

6.How can we avoid being "unaware" of spiritual dangers in our daily walk?

7.What does Luke 11:44 mean by "unmarked graves" in a spiritual context?

8.How does Luke 11:44 challenge religious leaders' authenticity?

9.What historical context is necessary to understand Luke 11:44?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Luke 11?

11.What is known about Chorazin and Bethsaida?

12.What is the Bible's perspective on lawyers?

13.What was the purpose of Jesus' resurrection?

14.What does it mean to be pharisaical?
What Does Luke 11:44 Mean
Woe to you!

“Woe to you!” (Luke 11:44) is not a casual remark; it is Jesus’ heartfelt warning and lament.

• A “woe” combines sorrow with judgment, as seen elsewhere in the same scene (Luke 11:42–43) and in His later discourse (Matthew 23:13–33).

• Jesus directs the warning at the religious experts who prided themselves on outward obedience but neglected justice and love (Luke 11:42).

• The force of His words underscores that God holds leaders doubly accountable (James 3:1).

For you are like unmarked graves

The comparison is vivid: hidden graves spread ceremonial defilement to anyone who touches them (Numbers 19:16).

• A marked grave could be avoided; an unmarked one could not. Jesus is exposing spiritual danger that looks harmless on the surface.

• He used a related picture when He called the same group “whitewashed tombs” inMatthew 23:27—beautiful outside, corrupt inside.

• By calling them graves, He declares that beneath their respectable veneer lies spiritual death (Romans 6:23).

Which men walk over without even noticing

Those following these leaders absorb error and uncleanness unknowingly.

• Innocent passers-by become unclean through contact (Haggai 2:13), illustrating how false teaching quietly contaminates hearts.

• The Pharisees’ influence spreads unnoticed, just as Paul later warns that “a little leaven works through the whole batch” (Galatians 5:9).

• Jesus’ words safeguard the crowd: watch whom you follow (1 Corinthians 15:33), because outward religiosity can mask inner decay.

summary

Luke 11:44 exposes the danger of outwardly polished yet inwardly dead religion. Jesus’ woe unmasks hidden sources of spiritual defilement and urges discernment. Authentic righteousness flows from a heart transformed by Him, not from appearances that mislead others into silent uncleanness.

(44)Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites!--The better MSS. give simply,Woe unto you, Pharisees, (See Note onMatthew 23:27.)

Ye are as graves which appear not.--The comparison, though drawn from the same object, presents a different phase of it. In St. Matthew the contrast is between the whitened surface and the decaying bones within. Here the whitewash is worn out, and there is nothing to distinguish the graves, and men walk over them without knowing what lies below the surface.

Verse 44. -Ye are as graves which appear not, and the men that walk over them are not aware of them. Here and in St. Matthew the same imagery was present in the great Teacher's mind - the whitewashed tombs of a cemetery. But in the report of St. Matthew the Master's picture drew a sharp contrast between the fair outward appearance of the clean white tomb, and the decaying, loathsome mass of what represented poor humanity within! When Jesus spoke the saying related by St. Luke here, the imagery was still drawn from the graves in a cemetery; but now he compared his hosts and their school of thought to graves, from the wood and stones of which the whitewash was worn off, and passers-by would walk over them, thus touching them and contracting ceremonial defilement, without being consciouswhat they were walking over and touching. All contact with sepulchres involved ceremonial defilement; hence the fact of their being constantly whitewashed in order to warn passers-by of their presence. This silent warning of the graves has been compared to the leper's cry, "Unclean, unclean!" with which he warned passers-by of his sad defiling presence. These tombs were whitewashed usually yearly on the fifteenth day of the month Adar (about the beginning of March). Tiberius on the lake was built partly on the site of an old unsuspected cemetery; no true Jew would reside there in consequence.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
Woe
οὐαὶ(ouai)
Interjection
Strong's 3759:Woe!, alas!, uttered in grief or denunciation. A primary exclamation of grief; 'woe'.

to you!
ὑμῖν(hymin)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771:You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

For
ὅτι(hoti)
Conjunction
Strong's 3754:Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.

you are
ἐστὲ(este)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 1510:I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.

like
ὡς(hōs)
Adverb
Strong's 5613:Probably adverb of comparative from hos; which how, i.e. In that manner.

unmarked
ἄδηλα(adēla)
Adjective - Nominative Neuter Plural
Strong's 82:Unseen, not obvious, inconspicuous, indistinct. Hidden, figuratively, indistinct.

graves,
μνημεῖα(mnēmeia)
Noun - Nominative Neuter Plural
Strong's 3419:A tomb, sepulcher, monument. From mneme; a remembrance, i.e. Cenotaph.

[which]
καὶ(kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532:And, even, also, namely.

men
ἄνθρωποι(anthrōpoi)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 444:A man, one of the human race. From aner and ops; man-faced, i.e. A human being.

walk across
περιπατοῦντες(peripatountes)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 4043:From peri and pateo; to tread all around, i.e. Walk at large; figuratively, to live, deport oneself, follow.

without
οὐκ(ouk)
Adverb
Strong's 3756:No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not.

[even] noticing.”
οἴδασιν(oidasin)
Verb - Perfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 1492:To know, remember, appreciate.


Links
Luke 11:44 NIV
Luke 11:44 NLT
Luke 11:44 ESV
Luke 11:44 NASB
Luke 11:44 KJV

Luke 11:44 BibleApps.com
Luke 11:44 Biblia Paralela
Luke 11:44 Chinese Bible
Luke 11:44 French Bible
Luke 11:44 Catholic Bible

NT Gospels: Luke 11:44 Woe to you scribes and Pharisees hypocrites! (Luke Lu Lk)
Luke 11:43
Luke 11:45
Top of Page
Top of Page
[8]ページ先頭
©2009-2026 Movatter.jp