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Connecting Statement:
Jesus begins a parable about a strong man who is defeated by a stronger man. (See: rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-parables)
When a strong man ... are safe
The "strong man" here is a metaphor for Satan. (See: rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-metaphor)
his own palace
Possible meanings of the word "palace" are 1) the entire premises of the "strong man" or 2) it refers to the courtyard of a palace and is a synecdoche for the palace. If you have a word for the house and other areas close to it that the strong man can constantly guard, you may want to use it here.
his possessions are safe
"no one can steal his things"