Luke 12:49LXX
Orthodox Bible · LXX · Verse 49 of 59
"I am come to send fire on the earth; and what will I, if it be already kindled?"
In context
47And that servant, which knew his lord's will, and prepared not , neither did according to his will, shall be beaten with many .
48But he that knew not, and did commit things worthy of stripes, shall be beaten with few . For unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required: and to whom men have committed much, of him they will ask the more.
49I am come to send fire on the earth; and what will I, if it be already kindled?
50But I have a baptism to be baptized with; and how am I straitened till it be accomplished!
51Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division: