New International VersionAnd when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders
New Living TranslationAnd when he has found it, he will joyfully carry it home on his shoulders.
English Standard VersionAnd when he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders, rejoicing.
Berean Standard BibleAnd when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders,
Berean Literal BibleAnd having found it, he lays it on his shoulders, rejoicing.
King James BibleAnd when he hath found it, he layeth it on his shoulders, rejoicing.
New King James VersionAnd when he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders, rejoicing.
New American Standard BibleAnd when he has found it, he puts it on his shoulders, rejoicing.
NASB 1995“When he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders, rejoicing.
NASB 1977“And when he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders, rejoicing.
Legacy Standard BibleAnd when he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders, rejoicing.
Amplified BibleAnd when he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders, rejoicing.
Christian Standard BibleWhen he has found it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders,
Holman Christian Standard BibleWhen he has found it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders,
American Standard VersionAnd when he hath found it, he layeth it on his shoulders, rejoicing.
Contemporary English VersionAnd when you find it, you will be so glad that you will put it on your shoulder
English Revised VersionAnd when he hath found it, he layeth it on his shoulders, rejoicing.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationWhen he finds it, he's happy. He puts that sheep on his shoulders and
Good News TranslationWhen you find it, you are so happy that you put it on your shoulders
International Standard VersionWhen he finds it, he puts it on his shoulders and rejoices.
NET BibleThen when he has found it, he places it on his shoulders, rejoicing.
New Heart English BibleWhen he has found it, he carries it on his shoulders, rejoicing.
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd when he hath found it, he layeth it on his shoulders, rejoicing.
Weymouth New TestamentAnd when he has found it, he lifts it on his shoulder, glad at heart. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders,
World English BibleWhen he has found it, he carries it on his shoulders, rejoicing. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd having found, he lays [it] on his shoulders rejoicing,
Berean Literal BibleAnd having found it, he lays it on his shoulders, rejoicing.
Young's Literal Translation and having found, he doth lay it on his shoulders rejoicing,
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd having found, he puts upon his shoulders, rejoicing. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd when he hath found it, lay it upon his shoulders, rejoicing:
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd when he has found it, he places it on his shoulders, rejoicing.
New American BibleAnd when he does find it, he sets it on his shoulders with great joy
New Revised Standard VersionWhen he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders and rejoices. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd when he finds it he rejoices, and he takes it on his shoulders.
Aramaic Bible in Plain English“And whenever he has found it he rejoices and carries it on his shoulder.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd when he finds it, he puts it on his shoulders, rejoicing.
Godbey New TestamentAnd having found it, places it on his shoulders, rejoicing:
Haweis New Testament
and when he hath found it, he layeth it on his shoulders, rejoicing.
Mace New Testament
and when he hath found it, joyfully lay it upon his shoulders?
Weymouth New Testament
And when he has found it, he lifts it on his shoulder, glad at heart.
Worrell New Testament
And, findingit, he placesit upon his shoulders, rejoicing:
Worsley New Testament
And when he hath foundit, he layethit on his shoulders rejoicing:
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The Parable of the Lost Sheep… 4“What man among you, if he has a hundred sheep and loses one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the pasture and go after the one that is lost, until he finds it? 5Andwhen he finds it,he joyfully puts itonhisshoulders,6comes home, and calls together his friends and neighbors to tell them, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my lost sheep!’…
Cross References Matthew 18:12-13What do you think? If a man has a hundred sheep and one of them goes astray, will he not leave the ninety-nine on the hills and go out to search for the one that is lost? / And if he finds it, truly I tell you, he rejoices more over that one sheep than over the ninety-nine that did not go astray.
John 10:11-15I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down His life for the sheep. / The hired hand is not the shepherd, and the sheep are not his own. When he sees the wolf coming, he abandons the sheep and runs away. Then the wolf pounces on them and scatters the flock. / The man runs away because he is a hired servant and is unconcerned for the sheep. ...
Ezekiel 34:11-16For this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Behold, I Myself will search for My flock and seek them out. / As a shepherd looks for his scattered sheep when he is among the flock, so I will look for My flock. I will rescue them from all the places to which they were scattered on a day of clouds and darkness. / I will bring them out from the peoples, gather them from the countries, and bring them into their own land. I will feed them on the mountains of Israel, in the ravines, and in all the settlements of the land. ...
Isaiah 40:11He tends His flock like a shepherd; He gathers the lambs in His arms and carries them close to His heart. He gently leads the nursing ewes.
Psalm 23:1-4A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. / He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. / He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness for the sake of His name. ...
John 10:27-30My sheep listen to My voice; I know them, and they follow Me. / I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them out of My hand. / My Father who has given them to Me is greater than all. No one can snatch them out of My Father’s hand. ...
1 Peter 2:25For “you were like sheep going astray,” but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.
Jeremiah 31:10Hear, O nations, the word of the LORD, and proclaim it in distant coastlands: “The One who scattered Israel will gather them and keep them as a shepherd keeps his flock.
Zechariah 11:16For behold, I will raise up a shepherd in the land who will neither care for the lost, nor seek the young, nor heal the broken, nor sustain the healthy, but he will devour the flesh of the choice sheep and tear off their hooves.
Hebrews 13:20-21Now may the God of peace, who through the blood of the eternal covenant brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, / equip you with every good thing to do His will. And may He accomplish in us what is pleasing in His sight through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen.
Psalm 119:176I have strayed like a lost sheep; seek Your servant, for I have not forgotten Your commandments.
Micah 7:14Shepherd with Your staff Your people, the flock of Your inheritance. They live alone in a woodland, surrounded by pastures. Let them graze in Bashan and Gilead, as in the days of old.
John 21:15-17When they had finished eating, Jesus asked Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love Me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” he answered, “You know I love You.” Jesus replied, “Feed My lambs.” / Jesus asked a second time, “Simon son of John, do you love Me?” “Yes, Lord,” he answered, “You know I love You.” Jesus told him, “Shepherd My sheep.” / Jesus asked a third time, “Simon son of John, do you love Me?” Peter was deeply hurt that Jesus had asked him a third time, “Do you love Me?” “Lord, You know all things,” he replied. “You know I love You.” Jesus said to him, “Feed My sheep.
Isaiah 53:6We all like sheep have gone astray, each one has turned to his own way; and the LORD has laid upon Him the iniquity of us all.
1 Samuel 17:34-35David replied, “Your servant has been tending his father’s sheep, and whenever a lion or a bear came and carried off a lamb from the flock, / I went after it, struck it down, and delivered the lamb from its mouth. If it reared up against me, I would grab it by its fur, strike it down, and kill it.
Treasury of Scripture And when he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders, rejoicing. when. Luke 19:9 And Jesus said unto him, This day is salvation come to this house, forsomuch as he also is a son of Abraham. Luke 23:43 And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, To day shalt thou be with me in paradise. Isaiah 62:12 And they shall call them, The holy people, The redeemed of the LORD: and thou shalt be called, Sought out, A city not forsaken. he layeth. Isaiah 40:10,11 Behold, the Lord GOD will come with stronghand, and his arm shall rule for him: behold, his rewardis with him, and his work before him… Isaiah 46:3,4 Hearken unto me, O house of Jacob, and all the remnant of the house of Israel, which are borneby me from the belly, which are carried from the womb: … Isaiah 63:9 In all their affliction he was afflicted, and the angel of his presence saved them: in his love and in his pity he redeemed them; and he bare them, and carried them all the days of old. rejoicing. Luke 15:23,24,32 And bring hither the fatted calf, and killit; and let us eat, and be merry: … Isaiah 53:10,11 Yet it pleased the LORD to bruise him; he hath puthim to grief: when thou shalt make his soul an offering for sin, he shall seehis seed, he shall prolonghis days, and the pleasure of the LORD shall prosper in his hand… Isaiah 62:5 Foras a young man marrieth a virgin,so shall thy sons marry thee: andas the bridegroom rejoiceth over the bride,so shall thy God rejoice over thee. Jump to Previous ArmsCarriesFindsFoundGladHeartJoyJoyfullyLayLayethPutsRejoicingShoulderShouldersJump to Next ArmsCarriesFindsFoundGladHeartJoyJoyfullyLayLayethPutsRejoicingShoulderShouldersLuke 15 1.The parable of the lost sheep;8.of the piece of silver;11.of the prodigal son.And when he finds itThis phrase is part of the Parable of the Lost Sheep, where the shepherd represents Jesus and the lost sheep symbolizes a sinner. The act of finding the sheep highlights the initiative and effort of the shepherd, reflecting God's active pursuit of the lost. In biblical context, this mirrors God's relentless love and grace, as seen in Ezekiel 34:11-16, where God promises to search for His sheep and care for them. The shepherd's search signifies the divine mission of Jesus, who came "to seek and to save the lost" ( Luke 19:10). he joyfully puts it
The joy expressed by the shepherd upon finding the sheep underscores the theme of divine joy over repentance. This joy is not just a personal satisfaction but a reflection of heavenly celebration, as seen inLuke 15:7, where there is more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons. The act of putting the sheep on his shoulders is a gesture of care and protection, symbolizing the shepherd's willingness to bear the burden of the lost, akin to Jesus bearing the sins of humanity. on his shoulders
Carrying the sheep on his shoulders is a powerful image of strength, care, and responsibility. In the cultural context of the time, shepherds were known for their dedication and readiness to protect their flock at all costs. This act is reminiscent ofIsaiah 53:4-6, where the suffering servant bears the iniquities of others. It also typifies Christ's role as the Good Shepherd (John 10:11), who lays down His life for the sheep, emphasizing His sacrificial love and commitment to bringing the lost back to the fold. Persons / Places / Events 1. The ShepherdRepresents Jesus Christ, who seeks out the lost with compassion and dedication. 2. The Lost SheepSymbolizes sinners or those who have strayed from the faith, highlighting the need for repentance and return to God. 3. The WildernessThe setting where the sheep is lost, representing the world or a state of being away from God. 4. The Act of FindingThe shepherd's search and discovery of the sheep, illustrating God's relentless pursuit of the lost. 5. The Joyful ReturnThe shepherd's joy in finding the sheep, emphasizing the celebration in heaven over one sinner who repents. Teaching Points The Pursuit of the LostJesus actively seeks those who are lost, demonstrating His love and commitment to every individual. The Joy of SalvationThere is great joy in heaven over one sinner who repents, highlighting the value of each soul to God. The Burden of RestorationThe shepherd carries the sheep on his shoulders, symbolizing the responsibility and care involved in restoring someone to the faith. The Call to Shepherd OthersAs followers of Christ, we are called to participate in His mission by reaching out to those who are lost and guiding them back to the fold. The Assurance of Being FoundNo matter how far one has strayed, Jesus is willing and able to find and restore them to the community of believers. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of Luke 15:5?
2.How does Luke 15:5 illustrate Jesus' role as the Good Shepherd?
3.What actions in Luke 15:5 demonstrate God's joy in recovering the lost?
4.How can we emulate the shepherd's persistence in seeking the lost today?
5.What other scriptures highlight God's joy in repentance and restoration?
6.How does Luke 15:5 encourage us to value every individual in our community?
7.What does Luke 15:5 reveal about God's nature and His relationship with humanity?
8.How does the imagery in Luke 15:5 reflect the theme of redemption?
9.Why is the act of carrying the lost sheep significant in Luke 15:5?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Luke 15?
11.What divine joy and wisdom do the Odes reveal?
12.What lessons does the Prodigal Son teach about forgiveness?
13.Why leave the ninety-nine sheep?
14.Where can I find my lost sheep?What Does Luke 15:5 Mean AndThe simple conjunction links this verse to the shepherd’s earlier decision inLuke 15:4 to “leave the ninety-nine in the open field and go after the one that is lost.” • Scripture consistently presents God as the One who initiates rescue—seeGenesis 3:9;Romans 5:8;John 10:11. • The flow of thought reminds us that redemption is never an afterthought; it is woven into the very narrative of Scripture (Ephesians 1:4-5). • Because the conjunction keeps the story moving, we see a shepherd who does not merely search; he searches until the mission succeeds (Philippians 1:6).
when he finds itThis phrase underscores certainty, not possibility. The shepherd does not hope; he intends to find. • Jesus later affirms, “The Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost” (Luke 19:10). •Ezekiel 34:16 promises, “I will seek the lost, bring back the strays, bind up the broken,” a prophecy Christ fulfills. • For believers, this certainty provides assurance that none the Father has given to the Son will be lost (John 6:39).
he joyfullyThe mood shifts from duty to delight. Rescue produces rejoicing. • Just two verses later, Jesus explains, “there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents” (Luke 15:7). •Zephaniah 3:17 pictures the LORD rejoicing over His people with singing, echoing the same heavenly celebration. •Hebrews 12:2 shows Christ enduring the cross “for the joy set before Him,” connecting Calvary with the shepherd’s gladness.
puts itThe shepherd’s hands are active; grace is tangible. •Isaiah 40:11: “He gathers the lambs in His arms and carries them close to His heart”. •John 10:28: “I give them eternal life, and they will never perish; no one can snatch them out of My hand.” • Salvation is not a cooperative effort; the sheep contribute only their need while the Shepherd supplies everything required (Titus 3:5).
on his shouldersCarrying the sheep symbolizes strength, intimacy, and complete responsibility. •Deuteronomy 1:31 recalls God carrying Israel “as a man carries his son.” •Isaiah 53:4-6 speaks of the Servant bearing our griefs and carrying our sorrows, anticipating the cross where Christ literally bears the weight of sin. • Once on the shepherd’s shoulders, the sheep’s safety no longer depends on its own footing but on the shepherd’s sure steps (Psalm 55:22).
summaryLuke 15:5 paints a vivid, literal picture of Christ’s pursuing love. He initiates the search, guarantees success, rejoices in redemption, handles every detail of rescue, and bears the redeemed securely home. The verse assures believers that our salvation rests not on our ability to find the way back, but on the Shepherd who joyfully shoulders us all the way. (5) And when he hath found it, he layeth it on his shoulders.--Here again we have a three-fold series of parallel applications: the love of Jesus for each wandering sheep, bearing and sustaining it in its weakness; the love which led Him to take upon Him our nature, and to bear its infirmities; the love which leads those in whom the mind of Christ is formed to follow in His footsteps, and to act as He acted.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Greek Andκαὶ(kai)Conjunction
Strong's 2532:And, even, also, namely.when he finds [it],εὑρὼν(heurōn)Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2147:A prolonged form of a primary heuro, which heureo is used for it in all the tenses except the present and imperfect to find.he joyfully puts [it]ἐπιτίθησιν(epitithēsin)Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2007:To put, place upon, lay on; I add, give in addition. From epi and tithemi; to impose.onἐπὶ(epi)Preposition
Strong's 1909:On, to, against, on the basis of, at.hisαὐτοῦ(autou)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 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.shoulders,ὤμους(ōmous)Noun - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 5606:The shoulder. Perhaps from the alternate of phero; the shoulder.
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