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Wellpleasing in thy sight (ευδοκια εμπροσθεν σου). "For such has been thy gracious will" (Weymouth).
Albert Barnes
AlbertBarnes
From the wise and prudent. That is, from those who thought themselves wise—wise according to the world's estimation of w…
Charles Ellicott
CharlesEllicott
For so it seemed good —Literally, Yes, Father, [I thank you] that in this way it was your good pleasure.
Charles Spurgeon
CharlesSpurgeon
At that time Jesus answered and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and pr…
Church Fathers
ChurchFathers
Glossa Ordinaria: Because the Lord knew that many would doubt concerning the previous matter—namely, that the Jews would not r…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
Expositor'sBible Commentary
Far from finding fault with his Father’s revealing and concealing, Jesus delighted in it. Whatever pleases his Father pleases him. Jesus could simu…
John Calvin
JohnCalvin
Undoubtedly, O Father, this expression removes every pretext for that unrestrained inquiry to which we are continually provoked. There is …
John Gill
JohnGill
Even so, Father, for so it seemed good in your sight .
] Or, "so is the good will", or "pleasure before thee": thus,…
Matthew Henry
MatthewHenry
It is fitting for children to be grateful. When we come to God as a Father, we must remember that he is Lord of heaven and earth, which obliges us …
Thomas Aquinas
ThomasAquinas
Previously, He satisfied John’s followers; now He rebukes the unbelievers. He does two things: first, what was done by the Lord is described, and s…
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A.T. Robertson
A.T.Robertson