For there is nothing hidden that will not be disclosed, and nothing concealed that will not be known or brought out into the open.

17 For there is nothing hidden that will not be disclosed, and nothing concealed that will not be made known and brought to light. 18 Pay attention, therefore, to how you listen. Whoever has will be given more, but whoever does not have, even what he …

What does Luke 8:17 mean? The meaning of this verse depends on which of two ways the previous verse should be interpreted. Most likely, the "light" is Jesus' words. He teaches so that people can understand and accept the truth of His message.

17 For nothing is secret, that shall not be made manifest; neither any thing hid, that shall not be known and come abroad. 18 Take heed therefore how ye hear: for whosoever hath, to him shall be given; and whosoever hath not, from him shall be taken even that which he seemeth to have.

For nothing is hid, that shall not be made manifest; nor anything secret, that shall not be known and come to light. For there is nothing hidden that will not become evident, nor anything secret that will not be known and come out into the open.

For there is nothing hidden that will not be disclosed, and nothing concealed that will not be made known and brought to light. This phrase emphasizes the omniscience of God, who sees all things. In biblical context, it reflects the idea that God's truth and justice will ultimately prevail.

For nothing is secret, that shall not be made manifest; neither any thing hid, that shall not be known and come abroad. (17) For nothing is secret. —Another of the maxims which were often in our Lord’s lips, and applied as circumstances presented themselves.

17 For there is nothing hidden that will not be disclosed, and nothing concealed that will not be known or brought out into the open. 17 For nothing is secret, that shall not be made manifest; neither any thing hid, that shall not be known and come abroad.

- For nothing is secret, that shall net be made manifest; neither anything hid, that shall not be known and come abroad. "All will gradually become clear to them.

For nothing is hidden that will not be made manifest, nor is anything secret that will not be known and come to light.