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It happened, when he drew near to Bethsphage and Bethany, at the mountain that is called Olivet, he sent two of his disciples,
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The Prophetic Mountain
Commentators highlight the significance of the Mount of Olives. It wasn't just a hill near Jerusalem; it was prophetically linked to the Messiah's arrival, as mentioned in Zechariah 14:4. Jesus's approach from this specific mountain was a deliberate act, signaling His identity as the coming King.
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Unto Bethphage and Bethany (εις Βηθφαγη κα Βηθανια). Both indeclinable forms of the Hebrew or Aramaic names. In Mr 11:1 "Bethany" …
19th Century
Anglican
When he was come nigh to Bethphage and Bethany.—On the general narrative, see Notes on Matthew 21:1-11;[Reference Mark 11…
Baptist
But those mine enemies, which would not that I should reign over them, bring hither, and slay them before me. And when he had thus spoken, he w…
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By linking Jesus’ approach to the city with the parable of the ten minas by means of “After Jesus said this,” Luke denies an immediate appearance o…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And it came to pass when he was come near The other evangelists, Matthew and Mark, add "to Jerusalem"; but this Luke…
Presbyterian
Christ has dominion over all creatures and may use them as He pleases. He has all people's hearts both under His eye and in His hand.
Christ…
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