When he found out that he was in Herod`s jurisdiction, he sent him to Herod, who was also in Jerusalem in those days.

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A.T. Robertson

A.T. Robertson

A.T.Robertson

19th Century
Southern Baptist
19th Century

When he knew (επιγνους). Second aorist active participle from επιγινωσκω, having gained full (επ, added knowledge).

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

Herod's jurisdiction. Herod Antipas, a son of Herod the Great. This was the same Herod that put John the Baptist to death. Jesus had passe…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

To Herod’s jurisdiction.—The word is the same as that commonly translated “authority,” but the English exactly expresses its meani…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

CharlesSpurgeon

19th Century
Baptist
19th Century

When Pilate heard of Galilee, he asked whether the man were a Galilaean. And as soon as he knew that he belonged unto Herod's jurisdiction,

Church Fathers

Church Fathers

ChurchFathers

1st Century
Early Church
1st Century

The Venerable Bede: Having determined not to question our Lord about this accusation, Pilate was therefore glad when an opportu…

Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor'sBible Commentary

20th Century
20th Century

Only Luke records Jesus’ appearance before Herod; he had more interest in politics than Matthew or Mark (cf. 3:1; 9:7–9; 13:31). Herod had a more i…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

And as soon as he knew that he belonged to Herod's jurisdiction. The country which was under his power, and he had the go…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

Herod had heard many things about Jesus in Galilee, and out of curiosity longed to see him. The poorest beggar who asked for a miracle for the reli…

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