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What does Luke 5:39 mean?

And honestly, nobody who’s used to drinking old wine wants the new stuff right away. They’ll say, 'The old is better.' Luke 5:39 - Modern Text Bible

(Jesus is pointing out how people naturally resist change, especially when they’re comfortable with what they already know. He’s using wine as a metaphor for his new way of life and teaching, which many find hard to accept because they’re attached to their old ways.)