Charles Ellicott Commentary Matthew 13:58

Charles Ellicott Commentary

Matthew 13:58

1819–1905
Anglican
Charles Ellicott
Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott Commentary

Matthew 13:58

1819–1905
Anglican
SCRIPTURE

"And he did not many mighty works there because of their unbelief." — Matthew 13:58 (ASV)

He did not many mighty works there — In Saint Mark the language is stronger: “He could do no mighty works there.” The wonder-working power was not absolute and unconditioned but depended on the faith of those who came to Him. Without that, the will and the power were both thwarted. Saint Mark adds, with more precision, that He “laid His hands upon a few sick folk, and healed them.”