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He will say, `I tell you, I don`t know where you come from. Depart from me, all you workers of iniquity.`
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A Final, Total Rejection
Commentators emphasize that Jesus's words, "I don't know you," are a blunt and final verdict. This isn't a moment for negotiation; it's a total and irreversible rejection. Scholars note that this statement sweeps away any flimsy claims of association, underscoring the absolute authority of Christ as the judge and the finality of his decision once the door is shut.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
See Barnes on Matthew 7:23.
Ye workers (Psalms 6:8; Psalms 101:8).
I know not whence ye are (ουκ οιδα ποθεν εστε). This blunt statement cuts the matter short and sweeps away the flimsy cobwebs. Acq…
19th Century
Baptist
But he shall say, I tell you, I know you not from where you are; depart from me, all you workers of iniquity. There shall be weeping and gnashi…
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Jesus’ reply to the question posed to him emphasizes not “how many?” but “who?” The saved are those who seize their opportunity now (cf. 4:19). Onc…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
But he shall say , &c] The Persic version adds, "be gone from my sight, and be far from my door"; expressing indigna…
Our Saviour came to guide people's consciences, not to gratify their curiosity. Do not ask, "How many will be saved?" but rather, "Will I be one of…
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