Shall ye begin (αρξεσθε). Future middle, though Westcott and Hort put αρξησθε (aorist middle subjunctive of αρχομα) and in that ca…

We have eaten, etc. Compare to Matthew 7:22-23. To have eaten with someone is evidence of acquaintanceship or friendship. So the sinner ma…

We have eaten and drunk ...—Better, we ate and drank ..., and Thou didst teach. The words differ slightly from t…

And he shall answer and say unto you, I know you not whence ye are: then shall ye begin to say, We have eaten and drunk in thy presence, and th…

Glossa Ordinaria: Having spoken in parables about the growth of the Gospel's teaching, He everywhere endeavors to spread it by…

Jesus’ reply to the question posed to him emphasizes not “how many?” but “who?” The saved are those who seize their opportunity now (cf. 4:19). Onc…

Thou hast taught in our streets, Christ expressly states that it will be of no advantage to the Jews that He drew near to them and allowed…

Then shall you begin to say
Or you shall say; in favour of themselves, and in order to be admitted within, the follo…

Our Saviour came to guide people's consciences, not to gratify their curiosity. Do not ask, "How many will be saved?" but rather, "Will I be one of…