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He fell on his face at his feet, giving him thanks. He was a Samaritan.
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The Posture of Gratitude
Commentators emphasize the man's physical posture: falling on his face at Jesus' feet. This act combines deep humility with heartfelt gratitude. Charles Spurgeon notes this is a model for all believers who have been cleansed by Christ, suggesting our response should be one of both humble prostration and loud, joyful praise.
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Luke
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18th Century
Presbyterian
One of them. This man, aware of the power of God and grateful for his mercies, returned to express his gratitude to God for his goodness. …
And he was a Samaritan (κα αυτος ην Σαμαρειτης). This touch colours the whole incident. The one man who felt grateful enough to co…
19th Century
Anglican
And he was a Samaritan.—As in the parable of the Good Samaritan, St. Luke’s purpose in selecting this incident aligns with what can be cal…
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Baptist
And fell down, on his face at his feet, giving him thanks
When I read these words just now, I thought, that is where I would like t…
Jesus’ command required obedience based on some faith in his healing ability (cf. Matthew 12:13; Mark 3:5). On their way to …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And he fell down on his face at his feet For being cleansed, he might draw near to Jesus; and which he did, with the…
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A sense of our spiritual leprosy should make us very humble whenever we draw near to Christ. It is enough to commit ourselves to the compassions of…
