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Peter said (Eipen de ho Petros). This whole paragraph from verse 22-40 had been addressed directly to the disciples. Hence it is not surprising to find Peter putting in a question. This incident confirms also the impression that Luke is giving actual historical data in the environment of these discourses. He is certain that the Twelve are meant, but he desires to know if others are included, for he had spoken to the multitude in Luk 12:13-21. Recall Mar 13:37. This interruption is somewhat like that on the Mount of Transfiguration (Luk 9:33) and is characteristic of Peter. Was it the magnificent promise in Luk 12:37 that stirred Peter’s impulsiveness? It is certainly more than a literary device of Luke. Peter’s question draws out a parabolic reply by Jesus (Luk 12:42).