Luke
“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.”
Luke 2:14
Luke 2:14 (KJV) speaks to peace, praise, and worship — words set in Luke, the Gospel with careful attention to the lowly and the lost. Sit with it for a moment, and let the words do their quiet work.
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Verses that sit beside this one
“Let every thing that hath breath praise the LORD. Praise ye the LORD.”
Psalms 150:6“O clap your hands, all ye people; shout unto God with the voice of triumph.”
Psalms 47:1“And now shall mine head be lifted up above mine enemies round about me: therefore will I offer in his tabernacle sacrifices of joy; I will sing, yea, I will sing praises unto the LORD.”
Psalms 27:6“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
John 14:27“There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.”
1 John 4:18“And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:7
Common questions
What does Luke 2:14 mean?
In the King James Version, Luke 2:14 reads: "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men." The verse speaks to peace, praise, and worship. To read it well, take it in the flow of Luke 2 rather than on its own, and let the words settle slowly — reading it aloud, or turning it into a short prayer, is often what makes its meaning land.
Is Luke 2:14 in the King James Version?
Yes. "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men." is Luke 2:14 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Luke chapter 2.
What are some related Bible verses to Luke 2:14?
Verses that sit beside Luke 2:14 include Psalms 150:6, Psalms 47:1, and Psalms 27:6. Reading them alongside Luke 2:14 deepens the theme of peace.
How can I pray with Luke 2:14?
Read Luke 2:14 slowly, take a breath, and turn it into a short prayer in your own words — thanking God for what it promises, or asking for what it points to. Keep it somewhere you will see it today, and let it be a companion rather than a task to finish.