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Compassion from the Cross
Commentators unanimously highlight that even while enduring immense suffering and atoning for the sins of the world, Jesus' focus turned to the care of his mother. This act demonstrates his profound humanity and compassion, providing a powerful example for all believers to honor and provide for their parents.
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John
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Albert Barnes
On John 19:26
18th Century
Theologian
The disciple—whom he loved. See John 13:23.
Woman. This appellation certainly implied no disrespect. (See the commentary o…
AT Robertson
On John 19:26
His mother (την μητερα). Common Greek idiom, the article as possessive.
Standing by (παρεστωτα). Perfect a…
Charles Ellicott
On John 19:26
19th Century
Bishop
The disciple standing by, whom he loved.—Compare to the note on John 13:23.
Woman, behold thy son!…
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Charles Spurgeon
On John 19:26
19th Century
Preacher
When Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, he says to his mother, Woman, behold your son!
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On John 19:26
The harsh brutality of the scene is softened by the allusion to Jesus’ care for his mother. Four women are mentioned here: Mary, the wife of Clopas…
John Calvin
On John 19:26
16th Century
Theologian
Woman, behold thy son! As if he had said, “From now on I will no longer be an inhabitant of the earth, and so I will not be able to carry …
John Gill
On John 19:26
17th Century
Pastor
When Jesus therefore saw his mother
Standing near him, within the reach of his voice, as well as sight, he took noti…
Matthew Henry
On John 19:19–30
17th Century
Minister
Here are some remarkable circumstances of Jesus' death, more fully related than before. Pilate would not gratify the chief priests by allowing the …