New International VersionWhen Simon Peter saw this, he fell at Jesus’ knees and said, “Go away from me, Lord; I am a sinful man!”
New Living TranslationWhen Simon Peter realized what had happened, he fell to his knees before Jesus and said, “Oh, Lord, please leave me—I’m such a sinful man.”
English Standard VersionBut when Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, “Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord.”
Berean Standard BibleWhen Simon Peter saw this, he fell at Jesus’ knees. “Go away from me, Lord,” he said, “for I am a sinful man.”
Berean Literal BibleAnd having seen, Simon Peter fell at Jesus' knees, saying, "Depart from me, Lord. For I am a sinful man."
King James BibleWhen Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord.
New King James VersionWhen Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, “Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord!”
New American Standard BibleBut when Simon Peter saw this, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, “Go away from me, Lord, for I am a sinful man!”
NASB 1995But when Simon Peter saw that, he fell down at Jesus’ feet, saying, “Go away from me Lord, for I am a sinful man, O Lord!”
NASB 1977But when Simon Peter saw that, he fell down at Jesus’ feet, saying, “Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord!”
Legacy Standard BibleBut when Simon Peter saw this, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, “Go away from me Lord, for I am a sinful man!”
Amplified BibleBut when Simon Peter saw this, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, “Go away from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord!”
Christian Standard BibleWhen Simon Peter saw this, he fell at Jesus’s knees and said, “Go away from me, because I’m a sinful man, Lord! ”
Holman Christian Standard BibleWhen Simon Peter saw this, he fell at Jesus’ knees and said, “Go away from me, because I’m a sinful man, Lord!”
American Standard VersionBut Simon Peter, when he saw it, fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord.
Contemporary English VersionWhen Simon Peter saw this happen, he knelt down in front of Jesus and said, "Lord, don't come near me! I am a sinner."
English Revised VersionBut Simon Peter, when he saw it, fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationWhen Simon Peter saw this, he knelt in front of Jesus and said, "Leave me, Lord! I'm a sinful person!"
Good News TranslationWhen Simon Peter saw what had happened, he fell on his knees before Jesus and said, "Go away from me, Lord! I am a sinful man!"
International Standard VersionWhen Simon Peter saw this, he fell down at Jesus' knees and said, "Leave me, Lord! I am a sinful man!"—
NET BibleBut when Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, "Go away from me, Lord, for I am a sinful man!"
New Heart English BibleBut Simon Peter, when he saw it, fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, "Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, Lord."
Webster's Bible TranslationWhen Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord.
Weymouth New TestamentWhen Simon Peter saw this, he fell down at the knees of Jesus, and exclaimed, "Master, leave my boat, for I am a sinful man." Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleWhen Simon Peter saw this, he fell at Jesus’ knees. “Go away from me, Lord,” he said, “for I am a sinful man.”
World English BibleBut Simon Peter, when he saw it, fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, “Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, Lord.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Simon Peter having seen, fell down at the knees of Jesus, saying, “Depart from me, because I am a sinful man, O Lord”;
Berean Literal BibleAnd having seen, Simon Peter fell at Jesus' knees, saying, "Depart from me, Lord. For I am a sinful man."
Young's Literal Translation And Simon Peter having seen, fell down at the knees of Jesus, saying, 'Depart from me, because I am a sinful man, O lord;'
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd Simon Peter fell upon his knees before Jesus, saying, Go out from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWhich when Simon Peter saw, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying: Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord.
Catholic Public Domain VersionBut when Simon Peter had seen this, he fell down at the knees of Jesus, saying, “Depart from me, Lord, for I am a sinful man.”
New American BibleWhen Simon Peter saw this, he fell at the knees of Jesus and said, “Depart from me, Lord, for I am a sinful man.”
New Revised Standard VersionBut when Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, “Go away from me, Lord, for I am a sinful man!” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleWhen Simon Peter saw it, he fell at the feet of Jesus, and said to him, I beg you, my Lord, leave me alone, for I am a sinful man.
Aramaic Bible in Plain EnglishAnd when Shimeon Kaypha saw it, he fell before the feet of Yeshua and he said to him, “I beg you, my Lord, abandon me, for I am a sinner.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd when Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at the knees of Jesus, and said: Depart from me, Lord, for I am a sinful man.
Godbey New TestamentAnd Simon Peter, seeing, fell down at the knees of Jesus, saying; Depart from me, Lord, because I am a sinful man,
Haweis New TestamentThen Simon Peter seeing it, fell down on his knees before Jesus, saying, Go from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord!
Mace New Testamentat sight of this, Simon Peter fell on his knees before Jesus, and said, Lord, withdraw from such a sinful man as I:
Weymouth New TestamentWhen Simon Peter saw this, he fell down at the knees of Jesus, and exclaimed, "Master, leave my boat, for I am a sinful man."
Worrell New TestamentAnd Simon Peter, seeing it, fell down at the knees of Jesus, saying, "Depart from me; because I am a sinful man, O Lord;"
Worsley New Testamenthe fell at the knees of Jesus, saying, Lord, depart from me, for I am a sinful man;
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The First Disciples… 7So they signaled to their partners in the other boat to come and help them, and they came and filled both boats so full that they began to sink. 8WhenSimonPetersaw this,he fell atJesus’knees.“Go awayfromme,Lord,”he said,“forI ama sinfulman.”9For he and his companions were astonished at the catch of fish they had taken,…
Cross References Isaiah 6:5Then I said: “Woe is me, for I am ruined, because I am a man of unclean lips dwelling among a people of unclean lips; for my eyes have seen the King, the LORD of Hosts.”
Exodus 3:6Then He said, “I am the God of your father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.” At this, Moses hid his face, for he was afraid to look at God.
Job 42:5-6My ears had heard of You, but now my eyes have seen You. / Therefore I despise myself, and I repent in dust and ashes.”
Judges 13:22“We are going to die,” he said to his wife, “for we have seen God!”
1 Kings 19:13When Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his cloak and went out and stood at the mouth of the cave. Suddenly a voice came to him and said, “What are you doing here, Elijah?”
Genesis 18:27Then Abraham answered, “Now that I have ventured to speak to the Lord—though I am but dust and ashes—
Genesis 32:30So Jacob named the place Peniel, saying, “Indeed, I have seen God face to face, and yet my life was spared.”
Matthew 8:8The centurion answered, “Lord, I am not worthy to have You come under my roof. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed.
Matthew 14:33Then those who were in the boat worshiped Him, saying, “Truly You are the Son of God!”
Matthew 17:6When the disciples heard this, they fell facedown in terror.
Mark 1:40Then a leper came to Jesus, begging on his knees: “If You are willing, You can make me clean.”
Mark 4:41Overwhelmed with fear, they asked one another, “Who is this, that even the wind and the sea obey Him?”
John 1:27He is the One who comes after me, the straps of whose sandals I am not worthy to untie.”
John 21:7Then the disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, “It is the Lord!” As soon as Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put on his outer garment (for he had removed it) and jumped into the sea.
Acts 9:4He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him, “Saul, Saul, why do you persecute Me?”
Treasury of Scripture When Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord. he. Matthew 2:11 And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh. John 11:32 Then when Mary was come where Jesus was, and saw him, she fell down at his feet, saying unto him, Lord, if thou hadst been here, my brother had not died. Acts 10:25,26 And as Peter was coming in, Cornelius met him, and fell down at his feet, and worshippedhim… Depart. Exodus 20:19 And they said unto Moses, Speak thou with us, and we will hear: but let not God speak with us, lest we die. Judges 13:22 And Manoah said unto his wife, We shall surely die, because we have seen God. 1 Samuel 6:20 And the men of Bethshemesh said, Who is able to stand before this holy LORD God? and to whom shall he go up from us? I am. Job 40:4 Behold, I am vile; what shall I answer thee? I will lay mine hand upon my mouth. Job 42:5,6 I have heard of thee by the hearing of the ear: but now mine eye seeth thee… Isaiah 6:5 Then said I, Woeis me! for I am undone; because Iam a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips: for mine eyes have seen the King, the LORD of hosts. Jump to Previous AlmostBoatBoatsDepartFeetFellFilledHelpJesusKneesPartnersPeterSankSimonSinfulSinnerJump to Next AlmostBoatBoatsDepartFeetFellFilledHelpJesusKneesPartnersPeterSankSimonSinfulSinnerLuke 5 1.Jesus teaches the people out of Peter's ship;4.shows how he will make them fishers of men;12.cleanses the leper;16.prays in the desert;17.heals a paralytic;27.calls Matthew the tax collector;29.eats with sinners, as being the physician of souls;33.foretells the fasting and afflictions of the apostles after his ascension;36.and illustrates the matter by the parable of patches.When Simon Peter saw thisSimon Peter, a fisherman by trade, witnessed a miraculous catch of fish orchestrated by Jesus. This event followed a night of unsuccessful fishing, highlighting the divine power and authority of Jesus over nature. The miracle served as a revelation of Jesus' identity and mission, prompting a profound response from Peter. This moment is pivotal in Peter's journey of faith, marking the beginning of his transformation from fisherman to disciple. he fell at Jesus’ knees
Peter's physical posture of falling at Jesus' knees signifies deep reverence and submission. In the cultural context of the time, kneeling was a gesture of humility and recognition of authority. This act reflects Peter's acknowledgment of Jesus' divine nature and his own unworthiness. It is reminiscent of other biblical instances where individuals respond to divine encounters with worship and humility, such as Isaiah's vision inIsaiah 6:5. “Go away from me, Lord,” he said
Peter's request for Jesus to depart from him underscores his acute awareness of his own sinfulness in the presence of holiness. The term "Lord" indicates Peter's recognition of Jesus' authority and divinity. This reaction is similar to other biblical figures who, when confronted with God's holiness, express a sense of unworthiness, such as Moses at the burning bush (Exodus 3:6) and Job in his discourse with God (Job 42:5-6). “for I am a sinful man.”
Peter's confession of sinfulness is a key moment of self-awareness and repentance. It reflects the biblical theme that an encounter with the divine often leads to a recognition of one's own moral shortcomings. This acknowledgment is crucial for spiritual transformation and aligns with the broader biblical narrative of repentance and redemption. Peter's admission sets the stage for his future role as a leader in the early church, illustrating the transformative power of grace. Persons / Places / Events 1. Simon PeterA fisherman by trade, Simon Peter is one of Jesus' first disciples. In this passage, he is confronted with the divine power of Jesus, leading to a moment of deep humility and self-awareness. 2. JesusThe central figure of the New Testament, Jesus performs a miraculous catch of fish, revealing His divine authority and prompting Peter's response. 3. Sea of GalileeThe location where this event takes place, a significant site for many of Jesus' teachings and miracles. 4. Miraculous Catch of FishThe event that precedes Peter's reaction, where Jesus instructs Peter to cast his nets, resulting in an overwhelming catch. Teaching Points Recognition of SinfulnessPeter's response, "Go away from me, Lord, for I am a sinful man!" ( Luke 5:8), highlights the natural human reaction to divine holiness. It serves as a reminder of our own sinfulness and need for repentance. Divine EncounterThis passage illustrates how encounters with Jesus often lead to a deeper understanding of His divine nature and our own human limitations. Call to DiscipleshipDespite Peter's acknowledgment of his sinfulness, Jesus calls him to follow Him, demonstrating that God uses imperfect people for His purposes. Humility Before GodPeter's humility is a model for believers, showing that recognizing our unworthiness is the first step toward receiving God's grace. Transformation Through ChristThe passage encourages believers to allow encounters with Jesus to transform their lives, leading to a commitment to His mission. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of Luke 5:8?
2.How does Peter's reaction in Luke 5:8 demonstrate humility before Jesus?
3.What does Peter's response teach about recognizing Jesus' divine authority in our lives?
4.How can Luke 5:8 inspire us to confess our unworthiness before God today?
5.Compare Peter's reaction in Luke 5:8 with Isaiah's in Isaiah 6:5.
6.How should acknowledging our sinfulness impact our daily walk with Christ?
7.Why did Peter ask Jesus to depart from him in Luke 5:8?
8.What does Peter's reaction in Luke 5:8 reveal about human sinfulness?
9.How does Luke 5:8 illustrate the concept of divine holiness?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Luke 5?
11.Who were the Twelve Apostles of Jesus?
12.Who were Jesus' closest disciples?
13.In Luke 5:1–7, how could professional fishermen fail all night but suddenly catch an overwhelming haul simply by following Jesus’ command?
14.In John 9:35–38, how could the blind man immediately acknowledge Jesus as the Son of God without prior teaching?What Does Luke 5:8 Mean When Simon Peter saw this- “This” refers to the miraculous catch of fish Jesus provided moments earlier (Luke 5:4-7). The overflowing nets and sinking boats were not symbolic but literal events affirming Christ’s sovereign power over creation (Colossians 1:16-17;Psalm 8:6-8). - Peter’s eyes move from his own fishing skill to the unmistakable authority of Jesus, much like the disciples’ reaction after Jesus calmed the storm (Mark 4:39-41). - The miracle exposes the gap between human limitation and divine fullness; seeing it forces Peter to rethink everything he believed about himself and the Messiah.
He fell at Jesus’ knees- This posture signals worship, humility, and surrender. Similar responses occur when lepers, rulers, or demoniacs recognize Jesus’ authority (Matthew 8:2;Luke 8:41;Mark 5:6). - Falling at Jesus’ knees, not merely at His feet, shows complete capitulation; Peter positions himself lower than the lowest point of Jesus’ body. - Scripture consistently portrays physical bowing as an outward sign of inward submission (2 Chronicles 7:3;Revelation 1:17).
"Go away from me, Lord"- Peter addresses Jesus as “Lord,” acknowledging deity and authority (Luke 6:46;John 20:28). - His plea echoes the awe-struck Israelites who begged God not to speak directly from Sinai (Exodus 20:18-19) and the shepherds who trembled at the angels’ glory (Luke 2:9). - Peter is not rejecting Jesus; he recognizes his unworthiness to stand in holy presence, paralleling the Gerasenes asking Jesus to leave after witnessing His power (Luke 8:37).
For I am a sinful man- The miracle did not merely reveal fish; it revealed Peter’s heart. Confronted with Jesus’ holiness, Peter confesses personal sin, similar to Isaiah’s cry, “Woe to me… I am a man of unclean lips” (Isaiah 6:5) and Job’s repentance “in dust and ashes” (Job 42:5-6). - True encounters with God produce conviction, not complacency (John 16:8;Romans 7:24). - Peter’s confession sets the stage for Jesus’ reassuring call, “Do not be afraid; from now on you will catch men” (Luke 5:10), demonstrating grace that both forgives and commissions.
summaryLuke 5:8 records a real historical moment where a miraculous catch exposes the gulf between holy Creator and sinful creature. Peter’s immediate worship, fearful request, and honest confession model the only fitting response to Christ’s unveiled power and purity: humble awe, recognition of sin, and openness to transforming grace. (8) Depart from me; for I am a sinful man.--We must remember that both before and on that very day Peter had listened to our Lord's teaching in all its deep and piercing power, and that thus what we have learnt to call "conviction of sin" may well have been begun in him. Then came the miracle, with the proof it gave of superhuman power and knowledge, and with that the consciousness, such as ever accompanies man's recognition of contact with the divine, of his own exceeding sinfulness. So Isaiah cried, "Woe is me, for I am a man of unclean lips" ( Isaiah 6:5). So Job cried, "I have heard of thee by the hearing of the ear, but now mine eye seeth Thee; wherefore I abhor myself and repent in dust and ashes" ( Job 42:5-6).
Parallel Commentaries ...
Greek Whenδὲ(de)Conjunction
Strong's 1161:A primary particle; but, and, etc.SimonΣίμων(Simōn)Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4613:Simon. Of Hebrew origin; Simon, the name of nine Israelites.PeterΠέτρος(Petros)Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4074:Peter, a Greek name meaning rock. Apparently a primary word; a rock; as a name, Petrus, an apostle.saw [this],Ἰδὼν(Idōn)Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3708:Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear.he fell atπροσέπεσεν(prosepesen)Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 4363:From pros and pipto; to fall towards, i.e. prostrate oneself, or to rush upon.Jesus’Ἰησοῦ(Iēsou)Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2424:Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.knees.γόνασιν(gonasin)Noun - Dative Neuter Plural
Strong's 1119:The knee. Of uncertain affinity; the 'knee'.“Go awayἜξελθε(Exelthe)Verb - Aorist Imperative Active - 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 1831:To go out, come out. From ek and erchomai; to issue.fromἀπ’(ap’)Preposition
Strong's 575:From, away from. A primary particle; 'off, ' i.e. Away, in various senses.me,ἐμοῦ(emou)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473:I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.Lord,”Κύριε(Kyrie)Noun - Vocative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2962:Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.he said,λέγων(legōn)Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3004:(a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command.“forὅτι(hoti)Conjunction
Strong's 3754:Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.I amεἰμι(eimi)Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st 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.a sinfulἁμαρτωλός(hamartōlos)Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 268:Sinning, sinful, depraved, detestable. From hamartano; sinful, i.e. A sinner.man.”ἀνὴρ(anēr)Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 435:A male human being; a man, husband. A primary word; a man.
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