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More Than Literal Snakes
Commentators widely agree that 'serpents and scorpions' are primarily symbols for Satan and his evil forces. While literal protection is possible, Jesus is granting authority over spiritual enemies. Scholars connect this imagery to the promise in Genesis 3:15 that the serpent's head would be crushed, signifying Christ's ultimate victory over the devil.
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Albert Barnes
On Luke 10:19
18th Century
Theologian
To tread on serpents. Preservation from danger. If you tread on a poisonous reptile that would otherwise injure you, I will keep …
AT Robertson
On Luke 10:19
And over all the power of the enemy (κα επ πασαν την δυναμιν του εχθρου). This is the heart of "the authority" (την εξουσιαν) here…
Charles Ellicott
On Luke 10:19
19th Century
Bishop
Behold, I give unto you . . .—The better manuscripts have, “I have given,” as of something already bestowed in its comple…
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Charles Spurgeon
On Luke 10:18–20
19th Century
Preacher
That is a higher privilege than to be master over demons, or to be able to tread on serpents. That day of miracles is past; but the power of the go…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Luke 10:19
To have authority “to trample on snakes and scorpions” relates to the victorious work of Christ, who, according to the first promise of the Gospel …
John Calvin
On Luke 10:19
16th Century
Theologian
Lo, I give you power. This is said by way of admission. Christ does not affirm that the gift of which they now boast is not illustrious, b…
John Gill
On Luke 10:19
17th Century
Pastor
Behold, I give you power to tread on serpents and scorpions ,
&c.] Which may be literally understood, as in ([Refere…
Matthew Henry
On Luke 10:17–24
17th Century
Minister
All our victories over Satan are obtained by power derived from Jesus Christ, and He must have all the praise. But let us beware of spiritual pride…