Luke 1:3

Luke 1:3 in other versions

• King James Version (KJV)It seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write unto thee in order, most excellent Theophilus,
• New International Version (NIV)With this in mind, since I myself have carefully investigated everything from the beginning, I too decided to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus,
• English Standard Version (ESV)it seemed good to me also, having followed all things closely for some time past, to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus,
• New King James Version (NKJV)it seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write to you an orderly account, most excellent Theophilus,

Context of Luke 1:3

1Inasmuch as many have undertaken to compile an account of the things accomplished among us, 2just as they were handed down to us by those who from the beginning were eyewitnesses and servants of the word, it seemed fitting for me as well, having investigated everything carefully from the beginning, to write it out for you in consecutive order, most excellent Theophilus; 4so that you may know the exact truth about the things you have been taught. 5In the days of Herod, king of Judea, there was a priest named Zacharias, of the division of Abijah; and he had a wife from the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elizabeth.

Luke 1:3 word by word

ἔδοξεν κἀμοὶ παρηκολουθηκότι ἄνωθεν πᾶσιν ἀκριβῶς καθεξῆς σοι γράψαι, κράτιστε Θεόφιλε,Read the interlinear

• it seemedδοκέωdokeō · to thinkG1380
• for me as wellκαίkai · andG2532
• investigatedπαρακολουθέωparakoloutheō · to followG3877
• everythingπᾶςpas · allG3956
• carefullyἀκριβῶςakribōs · exactlyG199
• from the beginningἄνωθενanōthen · from above/againG509
• to writeγράφωgraphō · to writeG1125
• in consecutiveκαθεξῆςkathexēs · in orderG2517
• mostκράτιστοςkratistos · excellentG2903
• TheophilusΘεόφιλοςTheophilos · TheophilusG2321

Cross-references for Luke 1:3

• Acts 15:19Therefore it is my judgment that we do not trouble those who are turning to God from among the Gentiles,
• 1 Corinthians 7:40But in my opinion she is happier if she remains as she is; and I think that I also have the Spirit of God.
• 1 Corinthians 16:12But concerning Apollos our brother, I encouraged him greatly to come to you with the brethren; and it was not at all his desire to come now, but he will come when he has opportunity.
• Luke 1:1Inasmuch as many have undertaken to compile an account of the things accomplished among us,
• Psalms 40:5Many, O Lord my God, are the wonders which You have done, And Your thoughts toward us; There is none to compare with You. If I would declare and speak of them, They would be too numerous to count.
• Psalms 50:21These things you have done and I kept silence; You thought that I was just like you; I will reprove you and state the case in order before your eyes.
• Ecclesiastes 12:9In addition to being a wise man, the Preacher also taught the people knowledge; and he pondered, searched out and arranged many proverbs.
• Acts 11:4But Peter began speaking and proceeded to explain to them in orderly sequence, saying,
• Acts 1:1The first account I composed, Theophilus, about all that Jesus began to do and teach,
• Acts 23:26“Claudius Lysias, to the most excellent governor Felix, greetings.
• Acts 24:3we acknowledge this in every way and everywhere, most excellent Felix, with all thankfulness.
• Acts 26:25But Paul said, “I am not out of my mind, most excellent Festus, but I utter words of sober truth.

Commentaries on Luke 1:3

• Adam Clarke Bible Commentary · v. 3Having had perfect understanding - , Having accurately traced up - entered into the very spirit of the work, and examined every thing to the bottom; in consequence of which investigation, I am completely convinced of the truth of the whole. Though God gives his Holy Spirit to all them who ask him, yet this gift was never designed to set aside the use of those faculties with which he has already endued the soul, and which are as truly his gifts as the Holy…Read the comment
• Barnes’ Notes on the Bible · v. 3It seemed good - I thought it best; or, I have also determined. It seemed “to be called for” that there should be a full, authentic, and accurate account of these matters. Having had perfect understanding … - The literal translation of the original here would be, “having exactly traced everything from the first;” or, “having, by diligent and careful investigation, “followed up” everything to the “source,” to obtain an accurate account of the matter.” This…Read the comment
• Tyndale Open Study Notes · v. 3As a good historian, Luke carefully investigated the history of Jesus from the start to provide a reliable story. an orderly account: Some versions translate this phrase as “in consecutive order.” But it means an organized or carefully written account, not a sequence of time. The name Theophilus means “loved by God” or “one who loves God.” It is likely a personal name, not meant to describe a name. Different theories suggest he might be: an unbeliever who…Read the comment
• Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary · v. 33. from the very first--that is, from the very earliest events; referring to those precious details of the birth and early life, not only of our Lord, but of His forerunner, which we owe to Luke alone. in order--or "consecutively"--in contrast, probably, with the disjointed productions to which he had referred. But this must not be pressed too far; for, on comparing it with the other Gospels, we see that in some particulars the strict chronological order…Read the comment

Topics related to Luke 1:3

• Epistles
• Luke
• Theophilus
• Word of God

In the dictionaries

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Commentaries on Luke 1

• Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
• Barnes’ Notes on the Bible
• Matthew Henry Concise Commentary
• Tyndale Open Study Notes
• Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary
• Calvin’s Commentaries
• John Wesley’s Notes
• Catena Aurea
• Illustrated New Testament
• Burkitt’s Expository Notes
• Darby Translation Notes
• Family Bible Notes
• Geneva Bible Translation Notes
• Kingcomments
• John Lightfoot Commentary
• Luther’s Commentary on Selected Bible Passages
• Matthew Henry’s Complete Commentary
• Matthew Henry’s Modern English Commentary
• The People’s New Testament
• Robertson’s Word Pictures
• Scofield Reference Notes, 1917 Edition
• The Fourfold Gospel and Commentary on Acts
• Original Douay–Rheims Annotations
• Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary
• EGW Writings