A.T. Robertson Commentary


A.T. Robertson Commentary
"Then shall they deliver you up unto tribulation, and shall kill you: and ye shall be hated of all the nations for my name`s sake." — Matthew 24:9 (ASV)
Ye shall be hated (εσεσθε μισουμενο). Periphrastic future passive to emphasize the continuous process of the linear action. For tribulation (θλιψιν see 13:21), a word common in the Acts, Epistles, and Apocalypse for the oppression (pressure) that the Christians received.
For my name's sake (δια το ονομα μου). The most glorious name in the world today, but soon to be a byword of shame (Acts 5:41). The disciples would count it an honour to be dishonoured for the Name's sake.