New Testament
Book of Luke
Luke writes an orderly account of Jesus' life, with stories found only in his Gospel, such as the good Samaritan and the prodigal son. He shows Jesus welcoming the poor, the sick and the overlooked.
At a glance
Luke key facts
- Testament
- New Testament
- Chapters
- 24
- Author
- Traditionally attributed to Luke, a physician and companion of Paul
- When it was written
- Probably between AD 60 and 80
- Main theme
- Good news for outsiders and ordinary people
- Key verse
- Luke 19:10
Summary
What is Luke about?
Luke writes an orderly account of Jesus' life, with stories found only in his Gospel, such as the good Samaritan and the prodigal son. He shows Jesus welcoming the poor, the sick and the overlooked.
Key verse
A key verse in Luke
“For the Son of man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.”
24 chapters
Luke chapters
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Questions
Luke: common questions
Who wrote the book of Luke?
Traditionally attributed to Luke, a physician and companion of Paul.
When was Luke written?
Probably between AD 60 and 80.
What is the book of Luke about?
Luke writes an orderly account of Jesus' life, with stories found only in his Gospel, such as the good Samaritan and the prodigal son. He shows Jesus welcoming the poor, the sick and the overlooked.
How many chapters are in Luke?
Luke has 24 chapters, in the New Testament.
What is a key verse in Luke?
Luke 19:10: “For the Son of man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.” (KJV).
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