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The Vineyard's Symbolism
Commentators widely agree on the parable's allegorical meaning. The 'man' who owns the vineyard is God, the 'vineyard' represents the nation of Israel with all its blessings, and the 'husbandmen' or tenants are the religious leaders who were entrusted with the spiritual care of the people.
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AT Robertson
On Luke 20:9
Vineyard (αμπελωνα). Late word from αμπελος (vine), place of vines. So in Mr 12:1; Matthew 21:33.
Let it…
Charles Ellicott
On Luke 20:9
19th Century
Bishop
Then began he to speak to the people.—See Notes on Matthew 21:33-46; Mark 12:1–12. The presence of this, as we…
Charles Spurgeon
On Luke 20:9
19th Century
Preacher
It is a long time since Jesus left us, and he has not yet returned.
Many say that he is coming back very soon; others say, "The Lord dela…
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John Gill
On Luke 20:9
17th Century
Pastor
Then began he to speak to the people this parable
According to the other evangelists it seems to be spoken to the ch…
Matthew Henry
On Luke 20:9–19
17th Century
Minister
Christ spoke this parable against those who resolved not to acknowledge His authority, though the evidence for it was so compelling. How many resem…