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A Rare Glimpse of Jesus' Joy
Commentators highlight that this is a rare and significant moment, one of the few times the Gospels describe Jesus as exulting with joy. This wasn't mere happiness, but a profound, spiritual enthusiasm in the Holy Spirit. His joy stemmed from seeing God's plan of salvation succeed through His followers and witnessing the Father's sovereign will being accomplished.
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AT Robertson
On Luke 10:21
In that same hour (εν αυτη τη ωρα). Literally, "at the hour itself," almost a demonstrative use of αυτος (Robertson, Grammar
Charles Ellicott
On Luke 10:21–22
19th Century
Bishop
In that hour Jesus rejoiced in spirit.—The words that follow are also found in Matthew 11:25-27 (see Notes on those verses), but the openi…
Charles Spurgeon
On Luke 10:21–22
19th Century
Preacher
In that hour Jesus rejoiced in spirit, and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that thou hast hid these things from the wis…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Luke 10:21
The emphasis on joy combines with another subject of Luke’s special interest—the Holy Spirit in the life of Christ. These verses show (1) God’s sov…
John Gill
On Luke 10:21
17th Century
Pastor
In that hour Jesus rejoiced in Spirit
In his human soul: his heart was filled with joy, not so much at the success o…
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…