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Do not carry a money belt, a provision bag, or [extra] sandals; and do not [a]greet anyone along the way [who would delay you]. Whatever house you enter, first say, ‘[b]Peace [that is, a blessing of well-being and prosperity, the favor of God] to this house.’ And if anyone of peace is there [someone who is sweet-spirited and hospitable], your [blessing of] peace will rest on him; but if not, it will return to you.

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Footnotes

  1. Luke 10:4 A formal greeting was a lengthy ritual that sometimes included a meal.
  2. Luke 10:5 I.e. “Shalom” is to come upon this house.

Do not take a purse or bag or sandals; and do not greet anyone on the road.

“When you enter a house, first say, ‘Peace to this house.’ If someone who promotes peace is there, your peace will rest on them; if not, it will return to you.

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