In the Gospel of Luke, who asks Jesus the question that leads to the discussion of the Great Commandment?
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Correct answer: An expert in the law
Luke 10:25 records that an expert in the law stood up to test Jesus by asking what he must do to inherit eternal life. This dialogue eventually leads to the Parable of the Good Samaritan.
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