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A certain centurion`s servant, who was dear to him, was sick and at the point of death.
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A Master's Uncommon Compassion
Commentators note that the servant was a slave ('doulos'), yet his master, a powerful Roman officer, considered him 'dear' ('entimos'), meaning prized, honored, and valuable. This remarkable compassion, which crossed significant social barriers, provides a powerful example of caring for those under one's authority.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Who was dear to him. That is, he was valuable, trusty, and honored.
Centurion's servant (Hεκατονταρχου τινος δουλος). Slave of a certain centurion (Latin word χεντυριο, commander of a century or hun…
19th Century
Anglican
A certain centurion’s servant.—See Notes on Matthew 8:5-13.
Was dear to him.—Literally, was precious,
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And a certain centurion's servant. The same that Matthew makes mention of, (Matthew 8:5[Reference Matthew 8:6…
Servants should strive to endear themselves to their masters. Masters should take particular care of their servants when they are sick.
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