So great faith (τοσαυτην πιστιν). In a Roman centurion and greater than in any of the Jews. In like manner Jesus marvelled at the …

I have not found so great faith. The word faith here means confidence, or belief that Christ had power to heal his serva…

He marveled — The fact is stated in both records and is significant in its bearing on the reality of our Lord’s human consciousnes…

Jesus marveled to see any man believe, for men are incredulous by nature. He rejoices to see a far-off one believe, for, alas! the favored hearers …

St. John Chrysostom: Just as what the leper had affirmed concerning Christ's power, If you will, you can cleanse me, …

Jesus is astonished at the faith of the centurion and he addressed those following him (not necessarily his disciples; cf. 4:25; 8:1) with a solemn…

Jesus wondered. Wonder cannot apply to God, for it arises out of what is new and unexpected; but it might exist in Christ, for he had clot…

When Jesus heard it, he marvelled
Which must be understood of him as man. For as God, nothing could present itself t…

This centurion was a Gentile, a Roman soldier. Though he was a soldier, yet he was a godly man. No one's calling or place will be an excuse for unb…

And when he had entered into Capernaum. Here, Christ’s power is shown from His absence. Firstly, the centurion’s piety wi…