Expositor's Bible Commentary Commentary Luke 9:57

"And as they went on the way, a certain man said unto him, I will follow thee whithersoever thou goest." — Luke 9:57 (ASV)

Using the terminology of discipleship (“follow”), the first man amplifies it with a sweeping promise. Jesus’ reply is in accord with his prior definition of discipleship in v.23 and constitutes a comment on the man’s “wherever you go.” Since most people do have homes, “Son of Man” must refer specifically to Jesus. The idea of the rejection—if not his actual suffering—of the Son of Man is implied in Jesus’ words.