Luke 19:14

tn Or “subjects.” Technically these people were not his subjects yet, but would be upon his return. They were citizens of his country who opposed his appointment as their king; later the newly-appointed king will refer to them as his “enemies” (v. 27).

tn The imperfect is intense in this context, suggesting an ongoing attitude.

tn Grk “this one” (somewhat derogatory in this context).

tn Or “to rule.”