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◄ Luke 20:18►

New International Version
Everyone who falls on that stone will be broken to pieces; anyone on whom it falls will be crushed.”

New Living Translation
Everyone who stumbles over that stone will be broken to pieces, and it will crush anyone it falls on.”

English Standard Version
Everyone who falls on that stone will be broken to pieces, and when it falls on anyone, it will crush him.”

Berean Standard Bible
Everyone who falls on this stone will be broken to pieces, but he on whom it falls will be crushed.”

Berean Literal Bible
Everyone falling on that stone will be broken, but on whomever it might fall, it will grind him into powder."

King James Bible
Whosoever shall fall upon that stone shall be broken; but on whomsoever it shall fall, it will grind him to powder.

New King James Version
Whoever falls on that stone will be broken; but on whomever it falls, it will grind him to powder.”

New American Standard Bible
Everyone who falls on that stone will be broken to pieces; but on whomever it falls, it will crush him.”

NASB 1995
“Everyone who falls on that stone will be broken to pieces; but on whomever it falls, it will scatter him like dust.”

NASB 1977
“Everyone who falls on that stone will be broken to pieces; but on whomever it falls, it will scatter him like dust.”

Legacy Standard Bible
Everyone who falls on that stone will be broken to pieces, but on whomever it falls, it will scatter him like dust.”

Amplified Bible
Everyone who falls on that stone will be brokenand shattered in pieces; and on whomever it falls, it will crush him.”

Christian Standard Bible
Everyone who falls on that stone will be broken to pieces, but on whomever it falls, it will shatter him.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Everyone who falls on that stone will be broken to pieces, and if it falls on anyone, it will grind him to powder!”

American Standard Version
Every one that falleth on that stone shall be broken to pieces; but on whomsoever it shall fall, it will scatter him as dust.

Contemporary English Version
Anyone who stumbles over this stone will get hurt, and anyone it falls on will be smashed to pieces."

English Revised Version
Every one that falleth on that stone shall be broken to pieces; but on whomsoever it shall fall, it will scatter him as dust.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Everyone who falls on that stone will be broken. If that stone falls on anyone, it will crush that person."

Good News Translation
Everyone who falls on that stone will be cut to pieces; and if that stone falls on someone, that person will be crushed to dust."

International Standard Version
Everyone who falls on that stone will be broken to pieces, and it will crush anyone on whom it falls."

NET Bible
Everyone who falls on this stone will be broken to pieces, and the one on whom it falls will be crushed."

New Heart English Bible
Everyone who falls on that stone will be broken to pieces; but on whomever it falls, it will crush him."

Webster's Bible Translation
Whoever shall fall upon that stone, shall be broken: but on whomsoever it shall fall, it will grind him to powder.

Weymouth New Testament
Every one who falls on that stone will be severely hurt, but on whomsoever it falls, he will be utterly crushed."

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
Everyone who falls on this stone will be broken to pieces, but he on whom it falls will be crushed.”

World English Bible
Everyone who falls on that stone will be broken to pieces, but it will crush whomever it falls on to dust.”

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
Everyone who has fallen on that stone will be broken, and on whom it may fall, it will crush him to pieces.”

Berean Literal Bible
Everyone falling on that stone will be broken, but on whomever it might fall, it will grind him into powder."

Young's Literal Translation
every one who hath fallen on that stone shall be broken, and on whom it may fall, it will crush him to pieces.'

Smith's Literal Translation
Every one having fallen upon that stone shall be crushed, and upon whomsoever it should fall, it shall winnow him.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
Whosoever shall fall upon that stone, shall be bruised: and upon whomsoever it shall fall, it will grind him to powder.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Everyone who falls on that stone will be shattered. And anyone upon whom it falls will be crushed.”

New American Bible
Everyone who falls on that stone will be dashed to pieces; and it will crush anyone on whom it falls.”

New Revised Standard Version
Everyone who falls on that stone will be broken to pieces; and it will crush anyone on whom it falls.”

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
Whoever falls on that stone will be broken; and on whomever it falls it will scatter him.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
“And everything that falls on that stone shall be broken, and it will scatter everything whatsoever upon which it will fall.”

NT Translations

Anderson New Testament
Whoever shall fall on this stone, shall be dashed to pieces; but on whomever it shall fall, it will make him as chaff for the wind.

Godbey New Testament
Every one having fallen on that stone will be dashed to pieces; and on whomsoever it may fall, it will grind him to powder.

Haweis New Testament
Every one who falleth upon this stone shall be broken to pieces; but on whomsoever it shall fall, it will grind him to powder.

Mace New Testament
whoever falls upon that stone shall be bruised, but on whom it falls, it will crush him to pieces.

Weymouth New Testament
Every one who falls on that stone will be severely hurt, but on whomsoever it falls, he will be utterly crushed."

Worrell New Testament
'Every one who falls on that stone shall be broken to pieces; but on whomsoever it shall fall, it will scatter him as dust!'

Worsley New Testament
Whosoever falleth on that stone shall be bruised; but on whomsoever it falleth, it will crush him to pieces.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The Parable of the Wicked Tenants
…17But Jesus looked directly at them and said, “Then what is the meaning of that which is written: ‘The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone’?18Everyone who falls on this stone will be broken to pieces,but he on whom it falls will be crushed.”19When the scribes and chief priests realized that Jesus had spoken this parable against them, they sought to arrest Him that very hour. But they were afraid of the people.…

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Cross References

Matthew 21:44
He who falls on this stone will be broken to pieces, but he on whom it falls will be crushed.”

Isaiah 8:14-15
And He will be a sanctuary—but to both houses of Israel a stone of stumbling and a rock of offense, to the dwellers of Jerusalem a trap and a snare. / Many will stumble over these; they will fall and be broken; they will be ensnared and captured.”

Daniel 2:34-35
As you watched, a stone was cut out, but not by human hands. It struck the statue on its feet of iron and clay, and crushed them. / Then the iron, clay, bronze, silver, and gold were shattered and became like chaff on the threshing floor in summer. The wind carried them away, and not a trace of them could be found. But the stone that had struck the statue became a great mountain and filled the whole earth.

Daniel 2:44-45
In the days of those kings, the God of heaven will set up a kingdom that will never be destroyed, nor will it be left to another people. It will shatter all these kingdoms and bring them to an end, but will itself stand forever. / And just as you saw a stone being cut out of the mountain without human hands, and it shattered the iron, bronze, clay, silver, and gold, so the great God has told the king what will happen in the future. The dream is true, and its interpretation is trustworthy.”

Psalm 118:22
The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone.

1 Peter 2:7-8
To you who believe, then, this stone is precious. But to those who do not believe, “The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone,” / and, “A stone of stumbling and a rock of offense.” They stumble because they disobey the word—and to this they were appointed.

Romans 9:32-33
Why not? Because their pursuit was not by faith, but as if it were by works. They stumbled over the stumbling stone, / as it is written: “See, I lay in Zion a stone of stumbling and a rock of offense; and the one who believes in Him will never be put to shame.”

Acts 4:11
This Jesus is ‘the stone you builders rejected, which has become the cornerstone.’

Matthew 21:42
Jesus said to them, “Have you never read in the Scriptures: ‘The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone. This is from the Lord, and it is marvelous in our eyes’?

Mark 12:10-11
Have you never read this Scripture: ‘The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone. / This is from the Lord, and it is marvelous in our eyes’?”

Ephesians 2:20
built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus Himself as the cornerstone.

1 Corinthians 3:11
For no one can lay a foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ.

Isaiah 28:16
So this is what the Lord GOD says: “See, I lay a stone in Zion, a tested stone, a precious cornerstone, a sure foundation; the one who believes will never be shaken.

Zechariah 12:3
On that day, when all the nations of the earth gather against her, I will make Jerusalem a heavy stone for all the peoples; all who would heave it away will be severely injured.

Matthew 16:18
And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades will not prevail against it.

Treasury of Scripture

Whoever shall fall on that stone shall be broken; but on whomsoever it shall fall, it will grind him to powder.

shall fall.

Isaiah 8:14,15
And he shall be for a sanctuary; but for a stone of stumbling and for a rock of offence to both the houses of Israel, for a gin and for a snare to the inhabitants of Jerusalem…

Daniel 2:34,35,44,45
Thou sawest till that a stone was cut out without hands, which smote the image upon his feetthat were of iron and clay, and brake them to pieces…

Zechariah 12:3
And in that day will I make Jerusalem a burdensome stone for all people: all that burden themselves with it shall be cut in pieces, though all the people of the earth be gathered together against it.

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Luke 20

1.Jesus confirms his authority by a question of John's baptism.
9.The parable of the vineyard.
19.Of giving tribute to Caesar.
27.He instructs the Sadducees, who denied the resurrection.
41.How Jesus is the Son of David.
45.He warns his disciples to beware of the scribes.

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

Everyone who falls on this stone will be broken to pieces
This phrase refers to the metaphorical "stone," which is Jesus Christ, as identified in previous verses (Luke 20:17). The imagery of a stone is rooted in Old Testament prophecy, particularly inIsaiah 8:14-15 andDaniel 2:34-35, where the stone represents God's kingdom and the Messiah. Falling on the stone suggests encountering Christ and His teachings. Those who reject or stumble over Him, as prophesied inIsaiah 8:14, will find themselves spiritually broken, highlighting the consequences of unbelief. This breaking signifies a humbling or a realization of one's own insufficiency without Christ.

but he on whom it falls will be crushed.
This part of the verse emphasizes the finality and severity of judgment for those who ultimately reject Christ. The imagery of the stone falling and crushing is reminiscent ofDaniel 2:44, where the stone not made by human hands destroys earthly kingdoms, symbolizing the ultimate triumph of God's kingdom. The crushing indicates complete destruction, pointing to the eschatological judgment that awaits those who oppose Christ. This serves as a warning of the irreversible consequences of rejecting the cornerstone, as also mentioned inPsalm 118:22 and1 Peter 2:7-8. The dual imagery of breaking and crushing underscores the comprehensive nature of Christ's authority and the serious implications of rejecting His lordship.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Jesus Christ
The speaker of this verse, Jesus is addressing the religious leaders and the people, using the metaphor of a stone to convey a spiritual truth.

2.The Stone
Symbolically represents Jesus Himself, as the cornerstone rejected by the builders, a reference to His role in God's plan of salvation.

3.The Religious Leaders
The primary audience of Jesus' parable, who are being warned about their rejection of Him.

4.Jerusalem
The city where Jesus is teaching, a place of significant religious and historical importance.

5.The Parable of the Wicked Tenants
The broader context of this verse, where Jesus tells a parable about tenants who reject the owner's son, symbolizing Israel's rejection of God's messengers and ultimately His Son.

Teaching Points

The Cornerstone of Faith
Jesus is the cornerstone of our faith. Belief in Him is foundational to our spiritual lives.

The Consequences of Rejection
Rejecting Jesus leads to spiritual ruin. This verse warns of the severe consequences of not accepting Christ.

Humility and Brokenness
Falling on the stone represents humility and repentance. We must be willing to be broken before God to be made whole.

Judgment and Salvation
The stone's dual role as a stumbling block and a cornerstone highlights the dual nature of Christ's coming—bringing both judgment and salvation.

Living Stones
As believers, we are called to be living stones, built upon the foundation of Christ, contributing to the spiritual house of God.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Luke 20:18?

2.How does Luke 20:18 illustrate the consequences of rejecting Jesus as the cornerstone?

3.What does "everyone who falls on this stone" mean in a believer's life?

4.How can we ensure we are building our lives on Christ, the cornerstone?

5.How does Luke 20:18 connect with Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah?

6.In what ways can we apply the warning of Luke 20:18 today?

7.What does Luke 20:18 mean by "everyone who falls on that stone will be broken to pieces"?

8.How does Luke 20:18 relate to Jesus as the cornerstone in Christian theology?

9.Why is the imagery of a stone significant in Luke 20:18?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Luke 20?

11.When will Satan's defeat occur?

12.What does the Bible say about being broken?

13.Luke 20:1-8: How historically reliable is the account of Jesus questioning the religious leaders when there is limited external confirmation of this exchange?

14.What events transpired during the crucifixion of Jesus?

What Does Luke 20:18 Mean

Everyone who falls on this stone

Jesus has just identified Himself as “the stone the builders rejected” (Luke 20:17, citingPsalm 118:22).

• That “stone” is Christ—God’s chosen, immovable Cornerstone (Isaiah 28:16;1 Peter 2:6).

• “Everyone” makes the warning universal; no one escapes this encounter with Him (Romans 14:11).

• To “fall” on the stone pictures stumbling over Him through unbelief, as Israel’s leaders were doing (Romans 9:32–33;Isaiah 8:14–15).

will be broken to pieces

• Stumbling over Christ exposes pride and shatters self-righteousness; He graciously breaks what must be broken so repentance can form (Psalm 34:18;Isaiah 66:2).

• Being “broken” is painful but not final. Many who first stumble—Paul being a prime example—are later restored by the very One they opposed (1 Timothy 1:13–16).

• The parallel inMatthew 21:44 repeats the same line, stressing that Jesus meant what He said.

but he on whom it falls

• Now the picture flips: instead of people tripping over the Stone, the Stone comes down in judgment (Daniel 2:34–35, 44–45).

• This points to Christ’s future return when He will act, not as the rejected Cornerstone, but as conquering King (Revelation 19:15;Psalm 2:9).

• Those who have refused Him will face the Stone’s unstoppable impact (Hebrews 10:27).

will be crushed

• “Crushed” (or “ground to powder”) describes irreversible ruin—eternal separation from God (2 Thessalonians 1:7–9;Matthew 25:41, 46).

• Luke’s immediate context reinforces this outcome: the wicked tenants in the parable are “destroyed” by the vineyard owner (Luke 20:16).

• Unlike the earlier “brokenness” that can lead to healing, this crushing is final judgment. The choice is stark: humble contrition or eternal destruction.

summary

Luke 20:18 presents two inevitable encounters with Jesus, the Cornerstone. We may stumble over Him now, have our pride broken, and receive mercy—or we may resist Him until the day He falls in judgment, bringing utter destruction. Scripture leaves no middle ground: embrace the Stone in faith and live, or be crushed under it in judgment.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(18)Whosoever shall fall upon that stone.--See Note onMatthew 21:44. The verse, which is omitted by many of the best MSS. in St. Matthew, is found in all MSS. of St. Luke. If we were to receive it, on this evidence, as belonging strictly to the latter Gospel only, the Greek word for "bruised" might take its place among those classical, or perhapsquasi-medical, terms characteristic of St. Luke. (See Note onLuke 20:12, andIntroduction.)

Parallel Commentaries ...

Greek

Everyone
Πᾶς(Pas)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3956:All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.

who falls
πεσὼν(pesōn)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4098:A reduplicated and contracted form of peto; probably akin to petomai through the idea of alighting; to fall.

on
ἐπ’(ep’)
Preposition
Strong's 1909:On, to, against, on the basis of, at.

this
ἐκεῖνον(ekeinon)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 1565:That, that one there, yonder. From ekei; that one (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed.

stone
λίθον(lithon)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3037:A stone; met: of Jesus as the chief stone in a building. Apparently a primary word; a stone.

will be broken to pieces,
συνθλασθήσεται(synthlasthēsetai)
Verb - Future Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 4917:To break, break in pieces, crush, shatter. From sun and thlao; to dash together, i.e. Shatter.

but
δ’(d’)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161:A primary particle; but, and, etc.

he on whom
ὃν(hon)
Personal / Relative Pronoun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3739:Who, which, what, that.

it falls
πέσῃ(pesē)
Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 4098:A reduplicated and contracted form of peto; probably akin to petomai through the idea of alighting; to fall.

will be crushed.”
λικμήσει(likmēsei)
Verb - Future Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 3039:To crush to powder, scatter like chaff. From likmos, the equivalent of liknon; to winnow, i.e., to triturate.

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