45 And (A)He opened their understanding, that they might comprehend the Scriptures.

46 Then He said to them, (B)“Thus it is written, [a]and thus it was necessary for the Christ to suffer and to rise from the dead the third day, 47 and that repentance and (C)remission of sins should be preached in His name (D)to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. 48 And (E)you are witnesses of these things. 49 (F)Behold, I send the Promise of My Father upon you; but tarry in the city [b]of Jerusalem until you are endued with power from on high.”

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Footnotes

  1. Luke 24:46 NU that the Christ should suffer and rise
  2. Luke 24:49 NU omits of Jerusalem

45 Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures. 46 He told them, “This is what is written: The Messiah will suffer(A) and rise from the dead on the third day,(B) 47 and repentance for the forgiveness of sins will be preached in his name(C) to all nations,(D) beginning at Jerusalem.(E) 48 You are witnesses(F) of these things. 49 I am going to send you what my Father has promised;(G) but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.”

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