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Proof in the Wounds
Commentators explain that when Jesus showed his hands and feet, he was providing undeniable physical proof of his identity. The disciples would have recognized the 'marks of his crucifixion.' This act served as an 'infallible proof' that this was the same Jesus who had been crucified, now resurrected in a real, physical body.
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AT Robertson
On Luke 24:40
Another Western non-interpolation according to Westcott and Hort. It is genuine in Joh 20:20.
Charles Spurgeon
On Luke 24:36–41
19th Century
Preacher
And saith unto them, Peace be unto you. But they were terrified and affrighted, and supposed that they had seen a spirit.
And h…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Luke 24:40
Verse 41a is a beautifully human touch. Jesus provides further evidence of his physical presence by eating (vv.42–43).
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John Gill
On Luke 24:40
17th Century
Pastor
And when he had thus spoken and enabled them to satisfy themselves by their senses, he showed them his hands …
Matthew Henry
On Luke 24:36–49
17th Century
Minister
Jesus appeared in a miraculous manner, assuring the disciples of His peace���though they had so lately forsaken Him���and promising spiritual peace…