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Proof of a Physical Body
Commentators unanimously agree that Jesus ate the fish and honeycomb to offer undeniable proof that He was not a ghost. This act was described as "proof positive" (Spurgeon) and "further evidence of his physical presence" (Expositor's Bible Commentary), demonstrating to the disciples that His resurrected body was real and tangible.
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Charles Spurgeon
On Luke 24:37–45
19th Century
Preacher
But they were terrified and affrighted, and supposed that they had seen a spirit. And he said unto them, Why are ye troubled?
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Luke 24:43
Verse 41a is a beautifully human touch. Jesus provides further evidence of his physical presence by eating (vv.42–43).
John Calvin
On Luke 24:43
16th Century
Theologian
And he took, and ate it in their presence. Here we see, on the other hand, how kindly and gently Christ bears with the weakness of His fol…
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John Gill
On Luke 24:43
17th Century
Pastor
And he took it, and did eat before them.
That is, he took both the fish, and the honeycomb, and ate of them before t…
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…