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A Model of Trusting Faith
Commentators widely agree that Mary was not discouraged by Jesus' prior words. Instead, she demonstrated profound faith and patience. She understood that Jesus would act in His own time, not hers. Scholars see her response as a model for believers: trust in Christ's wisdom and timing, even when His answer is 'not yet.'
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John
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Albert Barnes
On John 2:5
18th Century
Theologian
His mother saith, etc. It is evident from this verse that his mother did not understand what he had said as a harsh reproof and repulse, b…
AT Robertson
On John 2:5
Unto the servants (τοις διακονοις). See on Mt 20:26 for this word (our "deacon," but not that sense here).
Whatsoev…
Charles Ellicott
On John 2:5
19th Century
Bishop
Whatsoever he saith unto you.—His answer has not repelled her. She still believes and expects. Her command to the servant…
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Charles Spurgeon
On John 2:5
19th Century
Preacher
This holy woman took the rebuke in silence. She said nothing; she felt the force of Christ's words, and proved she did so by then fully believing t…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On John 2:5
Jesus’ reply to Mary was not so abrupt as it seems, for “woman” was a polite form of address (20:15). His statement probably means, “What business …
John Calvin
On John 2:5
16th Century
Theologian
His mother says to the servants. Here the holy Virgin gives an instance of true obedience that she owed to her Son, when the question rela…
John Gill
On John 2:5
17th Century
Pastor
His mother said to the servants
She took the reproof in good part, and by the words he said, and the manner in which…
Matthew Henry
On John 2:1–11
17th Century
Minister
It is very desirable when there is a marriage, to have Christ acknowledge and bless it. Those who want Christ with them at their marriage must invi…