Luke
Jesus the Son of Man
Luke Bible Book Overview
Luke was not an eyewitness; he was a doctor and a historian who interviewed eyewitnesses to create an "orderly account." His Gospel is the longest and arguably the most beautiful literary work in the New Testament. Luke has a special heart for the outsider. He highlights stories that the others leave out, focusing on women, the poor, Samaritans, and "sinners."
It is here we find the famous parables of the Good Samaritan and the Prodigal Son. Luke shows us the humanity of Jesus perfectly. But to see the divinity of Jesus in high definition, we must turn to the deeply spiritual perspective of the Gospel of John.
Key Details
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c. 60-80 A.D.
Jesus the Son of Man
“For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.”
Luke 19:10
Written by a physician for a Greek audience.
FAQ
What is Luke about?expand_more
Luke is in the Gospels & History section. It helps you see the life of Jesus and the early Christian movement in a clear, narrative flow.
How should I read Luke?expand_more
Luke has 24 chapters. A simple pace is 1 chapter per day. Use the outline sections on this page to follow the flow, and keep the key verse (Luke 19:10) in mind as an anchor.
What should I focus on in Luke?expand_more
Watch for these themes: Jesus the Son of Man. Also notice how key characters (Jesus, Mary, Elizabeth, Zechariah) shape the story and how the message connects to the broader biblical narrative.
Structure & Outline
arrow_forwardPrologue & Birth
Chapters 1–2
arrow_forwardPreparation
Chapters 3–4
arrow_forwardMinistry in Galilee
Chapters 5–9
arrow_forwardJourney to Jerusalem
Chapters 10–19
arrow_forwardPassion & Resurrection
Chapters 20–24