20 But if I by the [a]finger of God cast out devils, doubtless the kingdom of God is come unto you.

21 When a strong man armed keepeth his [b]palace, the things that he possesseth, are in peace.

22 But when a stronger than he cometh upon him, and overcometh him: he taketh from him all his armor wherein he trusted, and divideth his spoils.

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Footnotes

  1. Luke 11:20 That is, by the power of God: so it is said, Exod. 8:19.
  2. Luke 11:21 The word signifieth properly an open and void room before an house, and so by translation is taken for noblemen’s houses.

20 But if I drive out demons by the finger of God,(A) then the kingdom of God(B) has come upon you.

21 “When a strong man, fully armed, guards his own house, his possessions are safe. 22 But when someone stronger attacks and overpowers him, he takes away the armor in which the man trusted and divides up his plunder.

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