Charles Ellicott Commentary Luke 14:10

"But when thou art bidden, go and sit down in the lowest place; that when he that hath bidden thee cometh, he may say to thee, Friend, go up higher: then shalt thou have glory in the presence of all that sit at meat with thee." — Luke 14:10 (ASV)

Sit down in the lowest room.—Better, as before, recline for the verb, and place, or couch, for the noun.

Friend.—The Greek word is not the same as in Matthew 20:13 (where see Note), Matthew 22:12, Matthew 26:50, but is the same as in John 11:11, John 15:14. The difference is suggestive. The first word addressed to the humble and lowly guest speaks of confidence and affection. He is welcomed as, in the highest sense, the friend of the giver of the feast.

Worship...—Better, honour, or glory, the same word as in John 5:44, John 12:43.