Luke 19:2
King James Version
28 Jul 2026
“And, behold, there was a man named Zaccheus, which was the chief among the publicans, and he was rich.”
ἰδού
Behold, look, see. Idou. Scripture uses this word to arrest attention before something significant. God is about to speak. Pay attention.
ὄνομα
by name
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ὄνομα
A name, a reputation, a character. There is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved. The name of Jesus is unique and exclusive.
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καλέω
being called
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καλέω
To call, to summon, to invite. Kaleo. Many are called but few are chosen. The call of God is universal but the response is personal. The invitation is open. Will you come.
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Ζακχαῖος
Zacchaeus
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Ζακχαῖος
Pure, clean. Zakchaios. A tax collector whose name meant purity, yet whose life had drifted far from it. Jesus sought him out anyway. Your name does not have to match your history.
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πλούσιος
rich;
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πλούσιος
Wealthy, abounding, rich. Ploúsios. God is rich in mercy, and those who trust him are made rich toward eternity. True wealth is measured by what you hold in God, not in hand.
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