But from now onThis phrase marks a pivotal moment in the narrative of Jesus' life. It signifies a transition from His earthly ministry to His exaltation and glorification. The context is Jesus speaking during His trial before the Sanhedrin, indicating a shift in His role and mission. This moment is a fulfillment of His prophetic mission and a turning point in salvation history.
the Son of Man
This title, used frequently by Jesus, emphasizes His humanity and His role as the representative of humankind. It is rooted inDaniel 7:13-14, where the "Son of Man" is a messianic figure given authority and an everlasting kingdom. Jesus' use of this title connects Him to Old Testament prophecy and highlights His divine authority and mission.
will be seated
The act of being seated implies a position of rest, authority, and completion. In ancient times, being seated at a ruler's right hand was a position of honor and power. This phrase indicates Jesus' completed work of redemption and His ongoing reign and intercession for believers.
at the right hand
The right hand is traditionally a place of honor and power. In biblical terms, it signifies a position of authority and favor. This imagery is consistent withPsalm 110:1, where the Messiah is invited to sit at God's right hand, symbolizing His divine authority and kingship.
of the power of God.
This phrase underscores the divine authority and omnipotence of God. Jesus' position at God's right hand signifies His participation in God's sovereign rule over the universe. It affirms His divinity and His role in executing God's will and judgment. This is a fulfillment of the messianic expectation and a declaration of Jesus' divine nature and authority.
Persons / Places / Events
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Jesus ChristReferred to as the "Son of Man," Jesus is speaking about His future exaltation and authority.
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The SanhedrinThe Jewish council before whom Jesus is speaking. They are questioning Him about His identity and authority.
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The Right Hand of GodA position of power and authority, symbolizing Jesus' divine status and His role in God's redemptive plan.
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The Power of GodRepresents God's sovereign authority and might, emphasizing the divine nature of Jesus' position.
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The AscensionThe event that follows Jesus' resurrection, where He ascends to heaven and takes His place at the right hand of God.
Teaching Points
Understanding Jesus' AuthorityRecognize that Jesus' position at the right hand of God signifies His ultimate authority and power over all creation.
The Fulfillment of ProphecyJesus' words fulfill Old Testament prophecies, affirming the reliability and divine inspiration of Scripture.
Living Under Christ's LordshipAs believers, we are called to submit to Jesus' authority in every aspect of our lives, acknowledging Him as Lord.
Hope in Christ's ReignJesus' exaltation assures us of His ongoing reign and intercession for us, providing hope and confidence in our faith journey.
Witnessing BoldlyLike Stephen, we can be empowered by the Holy Spirit to witness boldly, knowing that Jesus reigns supreme.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1.What is the meaning of Luke 22:69?
2.How does Luke 22:69 affirm Jesus' divine authority and position at God's right hand?
3.What does Jesus' position "at the right hand of God" signify for believers?
4.How does Luke 22:69 connect with Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah?
5.How can acknowledging Jesus' authority in Luke 22:69 impact your daily decisions?
6.In what ways can you demonstrate faith in Jesus' authority as described in Luke 22:69?
7.What does "seated at the right hand of the power of God" signify in Luke 22:69?
8.How does Luke 22:69 affirm Jesus' divine authority and identity?
9.Why is the imagery of "right hand" significant in biblical context?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Luke 22?
11.Who knows the Son except the Father?
12.How does the 'one taken, one left' description (Luke 17:34-35) reconcile with other New Testament passages depicting the end times differently?
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.In 1 Chronicles 28:3, why would a God of peace forbid David from building the temple simply because he had shed blood, yet historically use wars and conquests to establish Israel?What Does Luke 22:69 Mean
But• This single word shows a decisive shift in the Lord’s trial scene. The religious leaders reject Jesus’ identity, but He sharply turns the attention to His coming vindication (Luke 22:67–68).
• Similar contrasts appear inActs 2:23–24, where human opposition meets God’s triumphant plan.
from now on• Jesus draws a clear timeline: their authority over Him ends here. Every moment after this belongs to His exaltation (John 13:31–32).
• His resurrection and ascension fulfill this promise (Acts 1:9;Acts 2:32–33).
the Son of Man• By using His favorite title fromDaniel 7:13–14, Jesus claims the messianic throne promised in prophecy, stressing both His humanity and divine authority (Matthew 26:64).
• The title also underscores His role as universal Judge (John 5:27;Acts 17:31).
will be seated• “Seated” communicates completion and authority—His redemptive work will soon be finished (John 19:30), and He will occupy the place of royal rest (Hebrews 10:12).
• This posture highlights His priestly and kingly intercession for believers (Romans 8:34).
at the right hand• The right hand signifies highest honor and shared authority with the Father (Psalm 110:1;Mark 16:19).
• Stephen’s vision confirms this reality, seeing “Jesus standing at the right hand of God” (Acts 7:55–56).
of the power of God• Luke’s wording points to the Father’s omnipotence, emphasizing that Christ’s throne is inseparable from divine power (Ephesians 1:19–21).
• His reign guarantees the subjection of all enemies (1 Corinthians 15:24–25) and the believer’s secure hope (Colossians 3:1–4).
summaryInLuke 22:69 Jesus declares that the rejection He faces will immediately give way to His exaltation. From this moment forward, the Son of Man—fully God and fully man—will complete His saving work, take His seat of cosmic authority at the Father’s right hand, and forever rule with divine power. His words assure us that earthly opposition cannot hinder God’s plan, and they anchor our confidence in the risen, reigning Christ.
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Hereafter shall the Son of man sit.--Literally,
From this time forth shall the Son of Man be sitting. In St. Luke's shorter record the immediate sequence of this confession upon an apparent refusal to answer seems hardly consistent. The narrative of St. Matthew shows that the change of purpose or of action was caused by the solemn adjuration of the high priest, which no longer left Him the alternative of silence. The form of the answer, too, is somewhat altered. Not "ye shall see," but simply "shall be sitting," as though the dominant thought in St. Luke's mind in reporting the words was that even in the agony and death that were so soon to come on Him, our Lord found Himself glorified (
John 12:23). The Cross was-His Throne, and while hanging on it, He was in spirit sitting at the right hand of the Father.
Verse 69. -
Hereafter shall the Son of man sit on the right handof the power of God. Jesus decided to put an end to this weary and useless trial, and supplied his judges with the evidence they were seeking to extort from him. The Master's words would recall to the teachers of Israel, sitting as his judges, the words of their loved prophet Daniel (
Daniel 7:13, 14). These solemn words of his were, and they perfectly understood them as such, a claim on the part of the Prisoner who stood before them -
adirect claim to Divine glory.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Greek
Butδὲ(de)Conjunction
Strong's 1161:A primary particle; but, and, etc.fromἀπὸ(apo)Preposition
Strong's 575:From, away from. A primary particle; 'off, ' i.e. Away, in various senses.now onνῦν(nyn)Adverb
Strong's 3568:A primary particle of present time; 'now'; also as noun or adjective present or immediate.theὁ(ho)Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.SonΥἱὸς(Huios)Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5207:A son, descendent. Apparently a primary word; a 'son', used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship.of Manἀνθρώπου(anthrōpou)Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 444:A man, one of the human race. From aner and ops; man-faced, i.e. A human being.will beἔσται(estai)Verb - Future Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1510:I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.seatedκαθήμενος(kathēmenos)Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2521:To sit, be seated, enthroned; I dwell, reside. From kata; and hemai; to sit down; figuratively, to remain, reside.atἐκ(ek)Preposition
Strong's 1537:From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out.[the] right handδεξιῶν(dexiōn)Adjective - Genitive Neuter Plural
Strong's 1188:On the right hand, right hand, right. From dechomai; the right side or hand.of theτῆς(tēs)Article - Genitive 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.powerδυνάμεως(dynameōs)Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 1411:From dunamai; force; specially, miraculous power.of God.”Θεοῦ(Theou)Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2316:A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.
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