# Connecting Statement:

Jesus continues speaking to the people at the Pharisee's house.

# when you are invited

This can be stated in active form. Alternate translation: "when someone invites you" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-activepassive]])

# the lowest place

"the seat meant for the least important person"

# go up higher

"move to a seat for a more important person"

# Then you will be honored

This can be stated in active form. Alternate translation: "Then the one who invited you will honor you" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-activepassive]])