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Then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory.

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A Universal, Unavoidable Sight

Commentators emphasize that the return of Christ will be a public and undeniable event. As Charles Spurgeon notes, 'Whether they wish to see him or not, then shall they see.' This coming in 'power and great glory' will be visible to all, marking a definitive and unavoidable moment in history.

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AT Robertson

AT Robertson

On Luke 21:27

And then shall they see (κα τοτε οψοντα). As much as to say that it will be not till then. Clearly the promise of the second comin…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Luke 21:25–27

19th Century

Preacher

And in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring; Men's hearts failing…

John Gill

John Gill

On Luke 21:27

17th Century

Pastor

And then shall they see the son of man
(See Gill on Matthew 24:30).

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Luke 21:5–28

17th Century

Minister

With much curiosity, those around Christ ask about the time when the great desolation would occur. He answers with clarity and fullness, to the ext…