Worshiped Quote by Robert J. Morgan
““Now it came to pass, while He blessed them, that He was parted from them and carried up into heaven. And they worshiped Him. – Luke 24:51–52””
About This Quote
Source Bible: Luke 24:51‑52 (New Testament)
After blessing his disciples, Jesus ascends to heaven, and they worship Him, marking the conclusion of his earthly ministry.
In simple terms: Jesus rises to heaven after blessing his followers, who worship him.
Key Takeaway
Recognize moments of transition and reverence.
Themes
faith
divine ascension
worship
closure
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
scriptural
inspirational
When to use this quote
- religious services
- personal prayer
- memorials
Key Concepts
theology
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- What does ascension symbolize for you?
- How does worship shape belief?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations vary across denominations.
![“[Our Lord Jesus Christ] was... carried up to heaven (Lk. 24:50-51). With a radiant cloud for a chariot, He ascended in glory (cf. Acts 1:9), entered the Holy of Holies not made by hands and sat down on the right hand of the heavenly majesty, making our human substance share His own throne and…” quote by Gregory Palamas](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/f8e/gregory-palamas-12213_cfs_our-lord-jesus-christ-was-carried-up-to_2909032.jpg)
![“On coming to the house, they (the Magi), saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. (Matthew 2:11) [This] adoration, too, was not the same as the worship of God. In my opinion they did not yet recognize him as God, but they acted in keeping with the custom mentioned…” quote by Martin Luther](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/58b/martin-luther-106_adoration_on-coming-to-the-house-they-the-magi-saw_1061270.jpg)
