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A Universal Principle
All commentators agree that this verse establishes a universal principle: character is consistent. How a person handles small responsibilities reveals their integrity for larger ones. As scholar A.T. Robertson notes, this is a profound truth seen in daily life—trustworthiness in small things leads to greater responsibility, while dishonesty in minor matters reveals a character flaw that will surface in major ones.
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Albert Barnes
On Luke 16:10
18th Century
Theologian
He that is faithful, etc. This is a maxim which will almost universally hold true. A man who shows fidelity in small matters will also be …
AT Robertson
On Luke 16:10
Faithful in a very little (πιστος εν ελαχιστω). Elative superlative. One of the profoundest sayings of Christ. We see it in busine…
Charles Ellicott
On Luke 16:10
19th Century
Bishop
He that is faithful in that which is least . . .—The context shows that by “that which is least” is meant what people cal…
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John Calvin
On Luke 16:10
16th Century
Theologian
He who is faithful in that which is least. These maxims are proverbs taken from ordinary practice and experience, and it is quite enough i…
John Gill
On Luke 16:10
17th Century
Pastor
He that is faithful in that which is least
In quantity and quality, especially the latter; in that which is of littl…
Matthew Henry
On Luke 16:1–12
17th Century
Minister
Whatever we have, its property belongs to God; we only have the use of it, according to the direction of our great Lord, and for his honor. This st…