Bible Strands
Luke 24:36
While they were describing these events, Jesus Himself stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.”
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Jesus stands among the Eleven while two travelers finish recounting their road and bread experiences. He addresses the group directly as they process the resurrection reports.
The words — αὐτὸς (autos) translates to "He Himself," emphasizing Jesus' direct physical presence. ἔστη (estē) means "stood," marking a deliberate, stationary appearance amid their ongoing conversation.
The thread — The greeting reappears in 2 Thessalonians 3:16 as a recurring apostolic benediction, while Isaiah 57:18 links divine peace to healing and restoration for the grieving. Mark 16:14 records Jesus later addressing the Eleven's unbelief following a similar appearance.
Why it lands — The text requires readers to note that the resurrected Christ meets fear with direct presence and authoritative calm before addressing their confusion. It demands attention to his physical reality rather than speculative interpretation of the event.
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The Greek words
King James Version
And as they thus spake, Jesus himself stood in the midst of them, and saith unto them, Peace be unto you.
Cross-references
- 2 Thessalonians 3:16 Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.
- Isaiah 57:18 I have seen his ways, but I will heal him; I will guide him and restore comfort to him and his mourners,
- Mark 16:14 Later, as they were eating, Jesus appeared to the Eleven and rebuked them for their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they did not believe those who had seen Him after He had risen.
- Luke 10:5 Whatever house you enter, begin by saying, ‘Peace to this house.’
- John 20:19 It was the first day of the week, and that very evening, while the disciples were together with the doors locked for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them. “Peace be with you!” He said to them.
- Revelation 1:4 John, To the seven churches in the province of Asia: Grace and peace to you from Him who is and was and is to come, and from the seven spirits before His throne,
- Matthew 10:13 If the home is worthy, let your peace rest on it, but if it is not, let your peace return to you.
- John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.
- John 16:33 I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take courage; I have overcome the world!”
- John 20:26 Eight days later, His disciples were once again inside with the doors locked, and Thomas was with them. Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.”