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◄ Luke 6:45►

New International Version
A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and an evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart. For the mouth speaks what the heart is full of.

New Living Translation
A good person produces good things from the treasury of a good heart, and an evil person produces evil things from the treasury of an evil heart. What you say flows from what is in your heart.

English Standard Version
The good person out of the good treasure of his heart produces good, and the evil person out of his evil treasure produces evil, for out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks.

Berean Standard Bible
The good man brings good things out of the good treasure of his heart, and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil treasure of his heart. For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks.

Berean Literal Bible
The good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth that whichis good; and the evil out of the evil brings forth that whichis evil. For out of the abundance of his heart, his mouth speaks.

King James Bible
A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.

New King James Version
A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart brings forth evil. For out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks.

New American Standard Bible
The good person out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth what is good; and the evilperson out of the eviltreasure brings forth what is evil; for his mouth speaks from that which fillshis heart.

NASB 1995
“The good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth what is good; and the evil man out of the evil treasure brings forth what is evil; for his mouth speaks from that which fills his heart.

NASB 1977
“The good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth what is good; and the evilman out of the eviltreasure brings forth what is evil; for his mouth speaks from that which fills his heart.

Legacy Standard Bible
The good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth what is good; and the evilman out of the eviltreasure brings forth what is evil. For his mouth speaks from the abundance of his heart.

Amplified Bible
The [intrinsically] good man produces what is goodand honorableand moral out of the good treasure [stored] in his heart; and the [intrinsically] evilman produces what is wickedand depraved out of the evil [in his heart]; for his mouth speaks from the overflow of his heart.

Christian Standard Bible
A good person produces good out of the good stored up in his heart. An evil person produces evil out of the evil stored up in his heart, for his mouth speaks from the overflow of the heart.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
A good man produces good out of the good storeroom of his heart. An evil man produces evil out of the evil storeroom, for his mouth speaks from the overflow of the heart.

American Standard Version
The good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and the evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth that which is evil: for out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.

Contemporary English Version
Good people do good things because of the good in their hearts, but bad people do bad things because of the evil in their hearts. Your words show what is in your heart.

English Revised Version
The good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and the evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth that which is evil: for out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Good people do the good that is in them. But evil people do the evil that is in them. The things people say come from inside them.

Good News Translation
A good person brings good out of the treasure of good things in his heart; a bad person brings bad out of his treasure of bad things. For the mouth speaks what the heart is full of.

International Standard Version
A good person produces good from the good treasure of his heart, and an evil person produces evil from an evil treasure, because the mouth speaks from the overflow of the heart."

NET Bible
The good person out of the good treasury of his heart produces good, and the evil person out of his evil treasury produces evil, for his mouth speaks from what fills his heart.

New Heart English Bible
The good person out of the good treasure of his heart brings out that which is good, and the evil person out of the evil treasure brings out that which is evil, for out of the abundance of the heart, his mouth speaks.

Webster's Bible Translation
A good man out of the good treasure of his heart, bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart, bringeth forth that which is evil: for from the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.

Weymouth New Testament
A good man from the good stored up in his heart brings out what is good; and an evil man from the evil stored up brings out what is evil; for from the overflow of his heart his mouth speaks.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
The good man brings good things out of the good treasure of his heart, and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil treasure of his heart. For out of the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks.

World English Bible
The good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings out that which is good, and the evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart brings out that which is evil, for out of the abundance of the heart, his mouth speaks.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
The good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth that which [is] good; and the evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart brings forth that which [is] evil; for out of the abounding of the heart his mouth speaks.

Berean Literal Bible
The good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth that whichis good; and the evil out of the evil brings forth that whichis evil. For out of the abundance of his heart, his mouth speaks.

Young's Literal Translation
The good man out of the good treasure of his heart doth bring forth that which is good; and the evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart doth bring forth that which is evil; for out of the abounding of the heart doth his mouth speak.

Smith's Literal Translation
The good man out of the good treasure of his heart, brings forward the good thing; and the evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart, brings forward the evil thing: for out of the abundance of the heart does his month speak.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth that which is evil. For out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh.

Catholic Public Domain Version
A good man, from the good storehouse of his heart, offers what is good. And an evil man, from the evil storehouse, offers what is evil. For out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks.

New American Bible
A good person out of the store of goodness in his heart produces good, but an evil person out of a store of evil produces evil; for from the fullness of the heart the mouth speaks.

New Revised Standard Version
The good person out of the good treasure of the heart produces good, and the evil person out of evil treasure produces evil; for it is out of the abundance of the heart that the mouth speaks.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
A good man brings out good things from the good treasure of his heart; and a bad man from the bad treasure of his heart brings out bad things; for from the abundance of the heart the lips speak.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
“A good man brings forth good from the good treasure that is in his heart and the evil man brings out evil from the evil treasure that is in his heart. For the lips speak from the fullness of the heart.”

NT Translations

Anderson New Testament
The good man, out of the good treasury of his heart, brings forth that which is good; and the evil man, out of the evil treasury of his heart, brings forth that which is evil. For out of the abundance of his heart his mouth speaks.

Godbey New Testament
The good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth the good; and the wicked man out of the wicked treasure of his heart brings forth that which is wicked: for out of the abundance of his heart his mouth speaks.

Haweis New Testament
A good man, out of the good treasure of his heart, produceth what is good; and a wicked man, from the evil treasure in his heart, produceth that which is evil: for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh.

Mace New Testament
a good man out of the good treasure of his heart produces what is good: and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart produces what is evil: for 'tis from the abundance of the heart, that the mouth speaketh.

Weymouth New Testament
A good man from the good stored up in his heart brings out what is good; and an evil man from the evil stored up brings out what is evil; for from the overflow of his heart his mouth speaks.

Worrell New Testament
"The good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth that which is good; and the evil, out of the eviltreasure brings forth that which is evil; for out of the abundance of the heart does his mouth speak.

Worsley New Testament
A good man, out of the good treasure of his heart, bringeth forththat which is good; and an evil man, out of the evil treasure of his heart, bringeth forththat which is evil: for out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

A Tree and its Fruit
…44For each tree is known by its own fruit. Indeed, figs are not gathered from thornbushes, nor grapes from brambles.45The good man brings good things out of the good treasure of his heart,and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil treasure of his heart.For out of the overflow of the heart,the mouth speaks.46Why do you call Me ‘Lord, Lord,’ but not do what I say?…

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Cross References

Matthew 12:34-35
You brood of vipers, how can you who are evil say anything good? For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks. / The good man brings good things out of his good store of treasure, and the evil man brings evil things out of his evil store of treasure.

Proverbs 4:23
Guard your heart with all diligence, for from it flow springs of life.

Matthew 15:18-19
But the things that come out of the mouth come from the heart, and these things defile a man. / For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, and slander.

James 3:10-12
Out of the same mouth come blessing and cursing. My brothers, this should not be! / Can both fresh water and salt water flow from the same spring? / My brothers, can a fig tree grow olives, or a grapevine bear figs? Neither can a salt spring produce fresh water.

Proverbs 10:11
The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.

Proverbs 15:28
The heart of the righteous ponders how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked blurts out evil.

Jeremiah 17:9-10
The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it? / I, the LORD, search the heart; I examine the mind to reward a man according to his way, by what his deeds deserve.

Ephesians 4:29
Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen.

Proverbs 18:21
Life and death are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.

Matthew 7:16-20
By their fruit you will recognize them. Are grapes gathered from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? / Likewise, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. / A good tree cannot bear bad fruit, and a bad tree cannot bear good fruit. ...

Psalm 37:30-31
The mouth of the righteous man utters wisdom, and his tongue speaks justice. / The law of his God is in his heart; his steps do not falter.

Colossians 3:8
But now you must put aside all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips.

Proverbs 12:18
Speaking rashly is like a piercing sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.

Romans 10:10
For with your heart you believe and are justified, and with your mouth you confess and are saved.

Proverbs 16:23
The heart of the wise man instructs his mouth and adds persuasiveness to his lips.

Treasury of Scripture

A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart brings forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks.

good man.

Psalm 37:30,31
The mouth of the righteous speaketh wisdom, and his tongue talketh of judgment…

Psalm 40:8-10
I delight to do thy will, O my God: yea, thy lawis within my heart…

Psalm 71:15-18
My mouth shall shew forth thy righteousnessand thy salvation all the day; for I know not the numbersthereof…

treasure.

2 Corinthians 4:6,7
For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, togive the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ…

Ephesians 3:8
Unto me, who am less than the least of all saints, is this grace given, that I should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ;

Colossians 3:16
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.

and an.

Psalm 12:2-4
They speak vanity every one with his neighbour:with flattering lipsand with a double heart do they speak…

Psalm 41:6,7
And if he come to seeme, he speaketh vanity: his heart gathereth iniquity to itself;when he goeth abroad, he tellethit…

Psalm 52:2-4
Thy tongue deviseth mischiefs; like a sharp rasor, working deceitfully…

for.

Matthew 12:34-37
O generation of vipers, how can ye, being evil, speak good things? for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh…

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Luke 6

1.Jesus reproves the Pharisees;
12.chooses apostles;
17.heals the diseased;
20.preaches to his disciples before the people: the beattitudes;
27.Love your Enemy
37.Do not Judge
43.A Tree and Its Fruit
46.The House on the Rock

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

The good man brings good things out of the good treasure of his heart
This phrase emphasizes the intrinsic connection between a person's inner character and their outward actions. In biblical context, the "good man" is one who aligns with God's will and reflects His righteousness. The "good treasure" refers to the virtues, wisdom, and spiritual truths stored within one's heart, cultivated through a relationship with God and adherence to His Word.Proverbs 4:23 advises believers to guard their hearts, as it is the wellspring of life, highlighting the importance of nurturing a heart filled with godly treasure. The imagery of treasure suggests something valuable and worth preserving, indicating that the heart's condition is crucial to one's spiritual health and moral conduct.

and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil treasure of his heart
Here, the contrast is drawn between the good and evil man, illustrating the principle that one's actions are a reflection of their inner moral state. The "evil man" is characterized by a heart filled with negative influences, such as sin, selfish desires, and worldly values. This aligns withJeremiah 17:9, which describes the heart as deceitful and desperately wicked without divine intervention. The "evil treasure" signifies the accumulation of corrupt thoughts and intentions, which inevitably manifest in harmful actions. This phrase serves as a warning about the dangers of allowing one's heart to be influenced by ungodly elements, emphasizing the need for spiritual vigilance and transformation through Christ.

For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks
This statement underscores the principle that speech is a direct indicator of one's inner spiritual condition. The "overflow" suggests abundance, indicating that what fills the heart will naturally spill over into one's words.James 3:6-12 discusses the power of the tongue and its potential for both blessing and cursing, reinforcing the idea that speech reflects the heart's true nature. In a cultural context, words were seen as powerful and binding, often revealing one's character and intentions. This phrase calls believers to self-examination and encourages them to fill their hearts with God's truth, ensuring that their words edify and reflect the love and wisdom of Christ.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Jesus Christ
The speaker of this verse, Jesus is teaching His disciples and the crowd about the nature of the heart and its influence on one's words and actions.

2.Disciples
The primary audience of Jesus' teachings, they are being instructed on the principles of righteous living.

3.The Crowd
A larger group of listeners who are also present during Jesus' teaching, representing a diverse audience with varying levels of understanding and belief.

Teaching Points

The Heart's Influence
Our words and actions are direct reflections of our heart's condition. A heart filled with goodness will naturally produce good words and deeds.

Guarding the Heart
As believers, we must diligently guard our hearts against evil influences, ensuring that our inner life aligns with God's righteousness.

Self-Examination
Regularly examine the state of your heart and the nature of your speech. Are your words building up or tearing down?

Transformation through Christ
True transformation of the heart is possible only through a relationship with Jesus Christ, who renews and purifies our innermost being.

The Power of Words
Recognize the power of your words to influence others and reflect your faith. Strive to speak life, encouragement, and truth.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Luke 6:45?

2.How does Luke 6:45 guide us in evaluating our own heart's condition?

3.What practical steps can we take to ensure our hearts produce "good treasure"?

4.How does Luke 6:45 connect with Proverbs 4:23 about guarding the heart?

5.In what ways can we fill our hearts with godly influences daily?

6.How can we discern the "fruit" of others' hearts in our community?

7.How does Luke 6:45 define the relationship between heart and speech?

8.What does Luke 6:45 reveal about human nature and morality?

9.How does Luke 6:45 challenge our understanding of good and evil?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Luke 6?

11.What does the Bible teach about Christian communication?

12.What does 'Everything flows from the heart' mean?

13.How can you speak with grace and thoughtfulness?

14.What does "the mouth speaks from the heart" mean?

What Does Luke 6:45 Mean

The good man brings good things out of the good treasure of his heart

“The good man brings good things out of the good treasure of his heart” (Luke 6:45a).

• “Good” here points to a person made new in Christ (2 Corinthians 5:17;John 15:4–5).

• The “treasure” is what has been stored up by the Spirit—truth, virtue, and love rooted in God’s Word (Psalm 119:11;Proverbs 4:23).

• When that reservoir is full, it naturally overflows in words and actions that bless:

– Acts of mercy (Galatians 6:10).

– Words that build up (Ephesians 4:29).

– Consistent spiritual fruit (Galatians 5:22–23;Matthew 12:35).

Practical ways to stockpile this treasure: daily Bible intake, prayerful meditation, and fellowship with believers (Acts 2:42).

and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil treasure of his heart

“and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil treasure of his heart” (Luke 6:45b).

• Apart from Christ, the heart is “deceitful above all things” (Jeremiah 17:9;Romans 3:10–18).

• “Evil treasure” is an ironic phrase—sin, bitterness, and selfish ambition are stored like valuables, then spent in destructive ways (James 1:14–15;Ephesians 4:17–19).

• Outcomes of that stockpile:

– Hurtful speech (Proverbs 12:18).

– Corrupt behavior that defiles self and others (Titus 1:15–16).

– Increasing hardness toward God (Hebrews 3:12–13).

Only a new heart from the Lord can reverse this condition (Ezekiel 36:26–27).

For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks

“For out of the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks” (Luke 6:45c).

• Speech is a reliable indicator of inner reality (Matthew 15:18;James 3:5–10).

• What spills out when pressure comes reveals what’s been accumulating inside.

• Scripture urges us to:

– Let every word be gracious and seasoned with salt (Colossians 4:6).

– Speak truth in love (Ephesians 4:15).

– Pray with David, “May the words of my mouth… be acceptable in Your sight” (Psalm 19:14).

Practical checkpoints:

– Listen to recurring themes in your conversation.

– Repent quickly when sinful words surface (1 John 1:9).

– Replace them with thanksgiving and praise (Ephesians 5:19–20).

summary

Luke 6:45 teaches that words and actions flow directly from what is stored in the heart. A heart transformed by Christ will naturally produce good, while an unchanged heart yields evil. Guarding, filling, and renewing the heart through Scripture and the Spirit ensures that what overflows will glorify God and bless others.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(45)A good man out of the good treasure.--See Note onMatthew 12:35. There the words are spoken in immediate connection with the judgment which the Pharisees had passed on our Lord as casting out devils by Beelzebub, and follow on a reproduction of the similitude of the tree and its fruit. The sequence of thought in that passage helps us to trace a like sequence here. Out of the "good treasure of his heart" the good man would bring forth, not harsh or hasty judgment, but kindness, gentleness, compassion; out of the "evil treasure" the man who was evil, the hypocrite who judged others by himself, would bring forth bitterness, and harsh surmises, and uncharitable condemnation.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Greek

The
ὁ(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.

good
ἀγαθὸς(agathos)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 18:A primary word; 'good'.

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

brings
προφέρει(propherei)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 4393:To bring forth, produce. From pro and phero; to bear forward, i.e. Produce.

good
ἀγαθόν(agathon)
Adjective - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 18:A primary word; 'good'.

things
τὸ(to)
Article - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

out of
ἐκ(ek)
Preposition
Strong's 1537:From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out.

the
τοῦ(tou)
Article - Genitive 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.

good
ἀγαθοῦ(agathou)
Adjective - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 18:A primary word; 'good'.

treasure
θησαυροῦ(thēsaurou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2344:A store-house for precious things; hence: a treasure, a store. From tithemi; a deposit, i.e. Wealth.

of
τῆς(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.

his
αὐτοῦ(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.

heart,
καρδίας(kardias)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 2588:Prolonged from a primary kar; the heart, i.e. the thoughts or feelings; also the middle.

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

the
ὁ(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.

evil [man]
πονηρὸς(ponēros)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4190:Evil, bad, wicked, malicious, slothful.

brings
προφέρει(propherei)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 4393:To bring forth, produce. From pro and phero; to bear forward, i.e. Produce.

evil [things]
πονηρόν(ponēron)
Adjective - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 4190:Evil, bad, wicked, malicious, slothful.

out of
ἐκ(ek)
Preposition
Strong's 1537:From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out.

the
τοῦ(tou)
Article - Genitive 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.

evil [treasure of his heart].
πονηροῦ(ponērou)
Adjective - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 4190:Evil, bad, wicked, malicious, slothful.

For
γὰρ(gar)
Conjunction
Strong's 1063:For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.

out of
ἐκ(ek)
Preposition
Strong's 1537:From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out.

the overflow
περισσεύματος(perisseumatos)
Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular
Strong's 4051:Abundance, overflow. From perisseuo; a surplus, or superabundance.

of the heart,
καρδίας(kardias)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 2588:Prolonged from a primary kar; the heart, i.e. the thoughts or feelings; also the middle.

the
τὸ(to)
Article - Nominative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

mouth
στόμα(stoma)
Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular
Strong's 4750:The mouth, speech, eloquence in speech, the point of a sword.

speaks.
λαλεῖ(lalei)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2980:A prolonged form of an otherwise obsolete verb; to talk, i.e. Utter words.

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