LUKE—NOTE ON Luke 9:21 For the first time, Jesus clearly teaches the Twelve that his role as God’s anointed Messiah (Christ) involves suffering and death. tell this to no one. Peter’s confession (v. Luke 9:20) is correct, but proclaiming it widely at this time would be misunderstood because of Jewish nationalistic expectations. For the Son of Man, see note on Matt. 8:20. by the elders and chief priests and scribes. They are acting as a group. The “chief priests” are not the high priests but members of the most prominent priestly families. Jesus will be raised to life by God.

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