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Centurion's servant (Hεκατονταρχου τινος δουλος). Slave of a certain centurion (Latin word χεντυριο, commander of a century or hun…
Albert Barnes
AlbertBarnes
Who was dear to him. That is, he was valuable, trusty, and honored.
Charles Ellicott
CharlesEllicott
A certain centurion’s servant.—See Notes on Matthew 8:5-13.
Was dear to him.—Literally, was precious,
Church Fathers
ChurchFathers
Titus of Bostra: When He had strengthened His disciples with more perfect teaching, He went to Capernaum to work miracles…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
Expositor'sBible Commentary
The introductory words provide more than just a transition from the preceding sermon. They suggest another step in the mission Jesus came to fulfil…
John Gill
JohnGill
And a certain centurion's servant. The same that Matthew makes mention of, (Matthew 8:5[Reference Matthew 8:6…
Matthew Henry
MatthewHenry
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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A.T. Robertson
A.T.Robertson