2 But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, "This man welcomes sinners and eats with them."

Other Translations of Luke 15:2

King James Version

2 And the Pharisees and scribes murmured, saying, This man receiveth sinners, and eateth with them.

English Standard Version

2 And the Pharisees and the scribes grumbled, saying, "This man receives sinners and eats with them."

The Message

2 The Pharisees and religion scholars were not pleased, not at all pleased. They growled, "He takes in sinners and eats meals with them, treating them like old friends."

New King James Version

2 And the Pharisees and scribes complained, saying, "This Man receives sinners and eats with them."

New Living Translation

2 This made the Pharisees and teachers of religious law complain that he was associating with such sinful people-even eating with them!

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Luke 15:2

Commentary on Luke 15:1-10

(Read Luke 15:1-10)

The parable of the lost sheep is very applicable to the great work of man's redemption. The lost sheep represents the sinner as departed from God, and exposed to certain ruin if not brought back to him, yet not desirous to return. Christ is earnest in bringing sinners home. In the parable of the lost piece of silver, that which is lost, is one piece, of small value compared with the rest. Yet the woman seeks diligently till she finds it. This represents the various means and methods God makes use of to bring lost souls home to himself, and the Saviour's joy on their return to him. How careful then should we be that our repentance is unto salvation!