Luke 11:17 - New Revised Standard Version

¹⁷ But he knew what they were thinking and said to them, “Every kingdom divided against itself becomes a desert, and house falls on house.

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King James Version (Oxford) 1769

¹⁷ But he, knowing their thoughts, said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and a house divided against an house falleth.

Amplified Bible - Classic Edition

¹⁷ But He, [well] aware of their intent and purpose, said to them, Every kingdom split up against itself is doomed and brought to desolation, and so house falls upon house. [The disunited household will collapse.]

American Standard Version (1901)

¹⁷ But he, knowing their thoughts, said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and a house divided against a house falleth.

Common English Bible

¹⁷ Because Jesus knew what they were thinking, he said to them, “Every kingdom involved in civil war becomes a wasteland, and a house torn apart by divisions will collapse.

Catholic Public Domain Version

¹⁷ But when he perceived their thoughts, he said to them: "Every kingdom divided against itself will become desolate, and house will fall upon house.

Luke 11:17 Cross References

Matthew 9:4

But Jesus, perceiving their thoughts, said, “Why do you think evil in your hearts?

John 2:25

and needed no one to testify about anyone; for he himself knew what was in everyone.

Revelation 2:23

and I will strike her children dead. And all the churches will know that I am the one who searches minds and hearts, and I will give to each of you as your works deserve.