Luke 24:50

The Passion Translation

Jesus led his disciples out to Bethany. He lifted his hands over them and blessed them in his love.

Cross References

Acts 1:12

The disciples left the Mount of Olives and returned to Jerusalem, which was less than a mile away.

Matthew 21:17

Jesus then left at once for the nearby village of Bethany, where he spent the night.

Genesis 49:28

All these men became the twelve tribes of Israel. These were prophetic words their father spoke to them when he blessed them, blessing each son with a parting word appropriate to him.

Mark 11:1

Now, as they were approaching Jerusalem, they arrived at the place of the stables near Bethany on the Mount of Olives. Jesus sent two of his disciples ahead

Mark 10:16

Then he embraced each child, and laying his hands on them, he lovingly blessed each one.

Genesis 48:9

“They are the sons that God has graciously given me here,” Joseph said to his father. “Please bring them closer,” he said, “so that I may bless them.”

Genesis 27:4

Then prepare me a savory meal, the food I love, and bring it to me. After I eat it, I will bless you from my innermost being before I die.”

Joshua 22:6

Then Joshua spoke a blessing over them and sent them on their way, and they settled there.

Luke 24:51

While he was still speaking words of love and blessing, he floated off the ground into the sky, ascending into heaven before their very eyes!

Acts 1:9

Right after Jesus spoke those words, the disciples saw him being lifted into the sky, and disappearing into a cloud!

1 Timothy 2:8

Therefore, I encourage the men to pray on every occasion with hands lifted to God in worship with clean hearts, free from frustration or strife.