And went to him, and bound up his wounds, pouring in oil and wine, and set him on his own beast, and brought him to an inn, and took care of him.
went.
Luke 10:34 And went to him, and bound up his wounds, pouring in oil and wine, and set him on his own beast, and brought him to an inn, and took care of him.
Exodus 23:4,5 If thou meet thine enemy's ox or his ass going astray, thou shalt surely bring it back to him again…
Proverbs 24:17,18 Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth: …
bound.
Psalm 147:3 He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.
Isaiah 1:5,6 Why should ye be stricken any more? ye will revolt more and more: the whole head is sick, and the whole heart faint…
Mark 14:8 She hath done what she could: she is come aforehand to anoint my body to the burying.
an inn.
Luke 2:7 And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.
Genesis 42:27 And as one of them opened his sack to give his ass provender in the inn, he espied his money; for, behold, it was in his sack's mouth.
Exodus 4:24 And it came to pass by the way in the inn, that the LORD met him, and sought to kill him.
and bandaged his wounds
The act of bandaging wounds indicates immediate and practical care. In ancient times, travelers often faced dangers such as robbers, making this a relatable scenario for Jesus' audience. The Samaritan's actions prefigure Christ's healing ministry, as seen in passages like Matthew 9:35, where Jesus heals every disease and affliction.
pouring on oil and wine
Oil and wine were common first-century remedies for wounds. Oil would soothe and wine, with its antiseptic properties, would cleanse. This reflects the use of natural resources for healing, akin to the anointing with oil in James 5:14. Symbolically, oil often represents the Holy Spirit, and wine can symbolize the blood of Christ, pointing to spiritual healing.
Then he put him on his own animal
By placing the wounded man on his own animal, the Samaritan sacrifices his comfort for the sake of another. This selflessness is a type of Christ, who bore our burdens (Isaiah 53:4). The act of carrying another's burden is echoed in Galatians 6:2, where believers are called to fulfill the law of Christ through love.
brought him to an inn
Inns during this period were basic and often unsafe, yet the Samaritan ensures the man's continued care by taking him to a place of refuge. This action parallels the church's role as a sanctuary for the weary and wounded, offering rest and healing through community and the Word of God.
and took care of him
The Samaritan's ongoing care demonstrates commitment and compassion, going beyond a one-time act of kindness. This mirrors the continuous care and intercession of Christ for believers, as seen in Hebrews 7:25, where Jesus is described as always living to intercede for us. The Samaritan's actions serve as a model for Christian discipleship, emphasizing mercy and love in action.
“ He went to him ” (Luke 10:34a) shows immediate, personal involvement.
• Compassion is active; like the father in Luke 15:20 who “ran to his son,” the Samaritan closes the gap.
• Jesus Himself “had to pass through Samaria” to reach one woman (John 4:4-7), modeling purposeful approach.
• True religion “looks after orphans and widows in their distress” (James 1:27), not from a distance but face-to-face.
“ …and bandaged his wounds …” (Luke 10:34b) reveals hands-on mercy.
• Care begins with stopping the bleeding; Proverbs 3:27 reminds us not to withhold good “when it is in your power to act.”
• Psalm 147:3 says the LORD “binds up their wounds,” making the Samaritan’s action an echo of God’s own heart.
• Love addresses the most urgent need first, as seen when Elisha pours salt into Jericho’s bitter spring (2 Kings 2:19-22).
“ …pouring on oil and wine …” (Luke 10:34c) points to generous healing.
• Oil soothes (Isaiah 1:6) and was used for anointing the sick (James 5:14).
• Wine disinfects, as Paul notes for Timothy’s stomach (1 Timothy 5:23).
• Mark 6:13 records the disciples “anointing with oil many who were sick,” tying practical care to spiritual ministry.
• The Samaritan doesn’t ration grace; he gives the best he has on hand.
“ Then he put him on his own animal …” (Luke 10:34d) illustrates costly sacrifice.
• By walking while the injured man rides, he adopts the servant’s place—mirroring Philippians 2:4, “look not only to your own interests.”
• Exodus 23:4-5 commands helping even an enemy’s donkey; the Samaritan helps the enemy himself.
• Galatians 6:2 urges believers to “carry one another’s burdens,” sometimes quite literally.
“ …brought him to an inn …” (Luke 10:34e) moves care into community.
• Hospitality shines in Scripture—Lydia welcomes Paul in Acts 16:15; the inn here becomes a refuge.
• Matthew 25:35, “I was a stranger and you welcomed Me,” underlines that hosting the needy is hosting Christ.
• The Samaritan takes the man where continued help is possible, demonstrating wisdom alongside kindness.
“ …and took care of him .” (Luke 10:34f) stresses ongoing commitment.
• Love stays until the job is done, as seen the next day in Luke 10:35 when he pays further costs.
• 1 John 3:17-18 warns that love is empty without action; the Samaritan’s care embodies living faith.
• Ruth stayed with Naomi “until harvest was finished” (Ruth 2:23), modeling persevering support.
Luke 10:34 paints love in motion: moving toward the hurt, meeting immediate needs, giving resources freely, bearing burdens personally, engaging community help, and staying involved until restoration. Jesus calls His followers to do likewise—mercy that costs, compassion that crosses barriers, and care that reflects the very heart of God.
(34) And went to him.--Every detail is in harmony with the tender pity described in the previous verse. All fear of risk from robbers, or from the police of Rome, who might take him for a robber, is put aside; the "oil and wine," which had been provided for personal refreshment, are freely given to be used, according to the primitive surgery of the time, the latter for cleansing the wounds, the former for soothing inflammation. His own beast (better, ass, as the word is translated in Matthew 21:5; 2Peter 2:16) is given up, and he goes on foot; he takes the wounded man to an inn, and there provides for him.To an inn.--The word is not the same as that in Luke 2:7, and implies the Western type of hostelry, where the landlord provides for his guests, while in the earlier passage we have the Eastern caravanserai, where the guests simply find shelter, and arrange their meals for themselves.