In Context

13 But when thou makest a feast, call poor, crippled, lame, blind:

14 and thou shalt be blessed; for they have not the means to recompense thee; for it shall be recompensed thee in the resurrection of the just.

15 And one of those that were lying at table with them, hearing these things, said to him, Blessed is he who shall eat bread in the kingdom of God.

16 And he said to him, A certain man made a great supper and invited many.

17 And he sent his bondman at the hour of supper to say to those who were invited, Come, for already all things are ready.

18 And all began, without exception, to excuse themselves. The first said to him, I have bought land, and I must go out and see it; I pray thee hold me for excused.

Luke 14:16 in Other Translations