Understanding Luke 20
The lectionary reading for the Third before Advent in Year C is Luke 20.27–38. This passage recounts an exchange between Jesus and the Sadducees, who do not believe in bodily resurrection.
Jesus' answer gives insight into biblical anthropology, which is how the Bible views human bodily existence. This has contemporary applications and offers an answer to the question of post-mortem hope.
The lectionary reading stops at verse 38, but it would be more natural to read on to verse 40 to complete the pericope.
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Author's summary: Exploring Luke 20 and its relevance to human existence.