Overview
The Bible addresses highways across 4 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Luke. Closely related themes include Afflicted, Lawyer, Neighbor and Parables. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Jesus.
Key Bible verses about highways
New Testament
Luke
And Jesus answering said, A certain man went down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and fell among thieves, which stripped him of his raiment, and wounded him, and departed, leaving him half dead.
And by chance there came down a certain priest that way: and when he saw him, he passed by on the other side.
And likewise a Levite, when he was at the place, came and looked on him, and passed by on the other side.
But a certain Samaritan, as he journeyed, came where he was: and when he saw him, he had compassion on him,
People in the Bible and highways
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying highways for yourself
- Begin with Luke 10:30, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Consider the lives of Jesus and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Afflicted, Lawyer, Neighbor and Parables.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about highways?
The Bible addresses highways across 4 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Luke. Closely related themes include Afflicted, Lawyer, Neighbor and Parables. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Jesus.
How many Bible verses are about highways?
The Bible references highways in 4 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention highways?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Luke 10:30: “And Jesus answering said, A certain man went down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and fell among thieves, which stripped him of his raiment, and wounded him, and departed, leaving him half dead.”
Which people in the Bible are associated with highways?
Jesus.
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