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See on Mt 20:23-28 for discussion on these memorable verses (39-45) identical in both Matthew and Mark. In particular in verse 45 note the language…

But Jesus called them to him, and saith unto them, Ye know that they which are accounted to rule over the Gentiles exercise lordship over them;…

Theophylact of Ohrid: The other Apostles are indignant at seeing James and John seeking honor, which is why it is said,

The climax to this section (vv.35–45) comes in this verse. Even the Son of Man is not exempt from the rule of humble service in the kingdom. He is …

For even the son of man
That is, Christ himself; a name by which he frequently goes both in the Old and New Testamen…

Christ's perseverance in His undertaking for the salvation of humankind was, is, and will be, the wonder of all His disciples. Worldly honor is a g…
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A.T. Robertson
A.T.Robertson