Luke 4:32

They were astonished at his teaching, because he spoke with authority.

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In The King James Version

And they were astonished at his doctrine: for his word was with power.

In Context

31Then he went down to Capernaum, a city in Galilee, and he began to teach them on the Sabbath.

33Now in the synagogue there was a man who had the spirit of an unclean demon, and he cried out with a loud voice,

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Cross References

Matthew 7:28It came about that when Jesus finished speaking these words, the crowds were astonished by his teaching,

Luke 4:36All the people were very amazed, and they kept talking about it with one another. They said, “What kind of words are these? He commands the unclean spirits with authority and power and they come out.”

1 Corinthians 2:4And my message and my proclamation were not with persuasive words of wisdom. Instead, they were with the demonstration of the Spirit and of power,

2 Corinthians 4:2Instead, we have rejected secret and shameful ways. We do not live by craftiness, and we do not mishandle the word of God. By presenting the truth, we recommend ourselves to everyone's conscience in the sight of God.

1 Thessalonians 1:5because our gospel came to you not in word only, but also in power, in the Holy Spirit, and in much assurance. In the same way, you also know what kind of men we were among you for your sake.

Hebrews 4:12For the word of God is living and active and sharper than any two-edged sword. It pierces even to the division of soul from spirit, and joints from marrow. It is able to know the heart's thoughts and intentions.

Matthew Henry on Luke 4:32-44

The Expulsion of a Demon; Christ's Departure from Capernaum. 31 And came down to Capernaum, a city of Galilee, and taught them on the sabbath days. 32 And they were astonished at his doctrine: for his word was with power. 33 And in the synagogue there was a man, which had a spirit of an unclean devil, and cried out with a loud voice, 34 Saying, Let us alone; what have we to do with thee, thou Jesus of Nazareth? art thou come to destroy us? I know thee who thou art; the Holy One of God. 35 And Jesus rebuked him,… Read the whole commentary →

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