I know not whence ye are (ουκ οιδα ποθεν εστε). This blunt statement cuts the matter short and sweeps away the flimsy cobwebs. Acq…

See Barnes on Matthew 7:23.

Ye workers (Psalms 6:8; Psalms 101:8).

But he shall say, I tell you, I know you not whence ye are; depart from me, all ye workers of iniquity. There shall be weeping and gnashing of …

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…

But he shall say ,
&c] The Persic version adds, "be gone from my sight, and be far from my door"; expre ing indignat…

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…