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These little ones. These clearly refers to his disciples. They are called little ones to denote their lack of wealth, rank, learn…

One of these little ones — This term was commonly used for the disciples of a Rabbi. Our Lord, as the great Master sending out His…

He that loveth father or mother more than me is not worthy of me: and he that loveth son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me. And he t…

St. Jerome: The Lord, when He sends out His disciples to preach, teaches them that dangers are not to be feared and that natu…

As the discourse, viewed as a whole, moves from the Twelve to all believers, so also does its conclusion. Verse 40 probably refers primarily to the…

And whosoever shall give to drink unto one of these little
ones Our Lord gradually descend…

Our Lord warned his disciples to prepare for persecution. They were to avoid all things which gave an advantage to their enemies, all meddling with…

The Lord instructed the Apostles concerning their office and their nece ary means of livelihood; but now He instructs them concerning their imminen…
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Albert Barnes
AlbertBarnes