Bible Strands
Luke 10:17
The seventy-two returned with joy and said, “Lord, even the demons submit to us in Your name.”
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The seventy-two disciples return to Jesus and report their mission's outcome. They address him directly as "Lord" immediately after completing his assignment.
The words — ὑπέστρεψαν (hupestrēsan) literally means "returned," marking the conclusion of their journey. χαρᾶς (charas) denotes the "joy" that accompanied their return.
The thread — Jesus previously granted the Twelve power over demons in Luke 9:1. Paul later references this same spiritual victory in Romans 16:20 and Mark 16:17 lists casting out demons as a sign accompanying believers.
Why it lands — The text states the disciples returned reporting that demons submitted to them in Jesus' name. It requires the reader to recognize that this authority originates from Christ rather than human ability.
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The Greek words
King James Version
And the seventy returned again with joy, saying, Lord, even the devils are subject unto us through thy name.
Cross-references
- Mark 16:17 And these signs will accompany those who believe: In My name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues;
- Luke 9:1 Then Jesus called the Twelve together and gave them power and authority over all demons, and power to cure diseases.
- Romans 16:20 The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.
- Luke 10:1 After this, the Lord appointed seventy-two others and sent them two by two ahead of Him to every town and place He was about to visit.
- Luke 10:9 Heal the sick who are there and tell them, ‘The kingdom of God is near you.’