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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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AT Robertson

AT Robertson

On Luke 19:29

Unto Bethphage and Bethany (εις Βηθφαγη κα Βηθανια). Both indeclinable forms of the Hebrew or Aramaic names. In Mr 11:1 "Bethany" …

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Luke 19:29

19th Century

Bishop

When he was come nigh to Bethphage and Bethany.—On the general narrative, see Notes on Matthew 21:1-11;[Reference Mark 11…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Luke 19:27–31

19th Century

Preacher

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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Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor's Bible Commentary

On Luke 19:29

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…

John Gill

John Gill

On Luke 19:29

17th Century

Pastor

And it came to pass when he was come near
The other evangelists, Matthew and Mark, add "to Jerusalem"; but this Luke…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Luke 19:28–40

17th Century

Minister

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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