The disciples of John (ο μαθητα Ιωανου). One is surprised to find disciples of the Baptist in the role of critics of Christ along …

Then came to him the disciples of John, etc. (Luke 5:33–39). That is, John the Baptist. It is probable that they had understoo…

The disciples of John — This passage is interesting because it shows two things:

1. That the followers of the Baptist co…

For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance. Then came to him the disciples of John, saying, "Why do we and the Pharis…

Glossa Ordinaria: After He had replied to them concerning eating and associating with sinners, they next challenged Him on the…

Probably while they were at dinner, some of John the Baptist’s disciples showed up with criticism (possibly with some Pharisees; cf. 2:18–22). The …

Then come to him the disciples of John. Luke represents the Pharisees as speaking. Mark appears to connect both. Indeed, there is…

Then came to him the disciples of John
Of John the Baptist, to whom they had addicted themselves, and by whom they a…

John was at this time in prison. His circumstances, his character, and the nature of the message he was sent to deliver, led those who were particu…

Here a question concerning eating is related; and the response follows, where it is said, And Jesus said.