How is the reading of Luke going for you?
The parable of the Good Samaritan is only found in the Gospel of Luke.
In part, this parable expands the sense of who is a person's neighbor by suggesting that the person who gets it right is the Samaritan, the age-old enemy of the Israelites. But, it may also be Jesus' way of challenging the people to quit being so concerned about what the rules say they should do and be gracious and merciful.
Notice also that the Samaritan not only takes the man to an inn, but also provides for his future care. there is also the promise of his return to make sure the mn is cred for at the inn.
The familiar Martha nd Mary story. Are you Martha or Mary? Can you see value in both?
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