Charles Ellicott Commentary Matthew 22:5

"But they made light of it, and went their ways, one to his own farm, another to his merchandise;" — Matthew 22:5 (ASV)

They made light of it — The words point to the attitude of neglect that slights the offer of the kingdom of God and prefers the interests of this world. This was one form of neglect. Another ran parallel with it, developing into open antagonism.