Drink Quote by Bible
“But which of you, having a servant plowing or feeding cattle, will say unto him by and by, when he is come from the field, Go and sit down to meat? / And will not rather say unto him, Make ready wherewith I may sup, and gird thyself, and serve me, till I have eaten and drunken; and afterward thou shalt eat and drink? / Doth he thank that servant because he did the things that were commanded him? I trow not.”
About This Quote
Source Bible: Gospel of Luke, Chapter 22, Verse 24-27
Jesus critiques the expectation of service without gratitude, urging humility and shared sacrifice.
In simple terms: Servants should be thanked and share meals, not be commanded.
Key Takeaway
Treat others with respect and share burdens.
Themes
humility
service
gratitude
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
scriptural
ethical
When to use this quote
- workplace
- family gatherings
- community meals
- leadership roles
Key Concepts
Christian ethics
leadership
social hierarchy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you show gratitude to those who serve you?
- What does shared sacrifice mean today?
A Different Perspective
May overlook cultural context of ancient agrarian society.
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