Make a reckoning (συναρα λογον). Seen also in 25:19. Perhaps a Latinism, rationes

conferre. First aorist acti…

Therefore is the kingdom of heaven likened, etc. This phrase refers to the church, or to the way in which God will deal with His people. I…

Therefore is the kingdom of heaven likened... —Beyond the direct teaching of the parable, it is also interesting in its form. It i…

The kingdom of heaven is again brought forward. We must not forget that this is the key of Matthew’s Gospel. In all kingdoms there must be a king, …

St. John Chrysostom: So that no one would think the Lord had commanded something great and burdensome in saying that we must f…

Since Jesus requires his followers to forgive, he goes on to tell a parable about the present kingdom. The reign of God establishes certain kinds o…

The kingdom of heaven is compared. Since it is difficult to incline us to mercy, and since we are quickly overcome by weariness, particula…

Therefore is the kingdom of heaven
The Gospel church state, or the church of Christ under the Gospel dispensation, a…

Although we live entirely on mercy and forgiveness, we are reluctant to forgive the offenses of our brothers and sisters. This parable shows how mu…

Here a parable is related, and He does three things:

1. The divine mercy is suggested.
2. Ingratitude is mentioned, where it is sai…