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When he heard about Jesus, he sent to him elders of the Jews, asking him to come and save his servant.
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Humility in Action
Commentators highlight the centurion's profound humility. As a Roman officer, he had significant authority, yet he felt unworthy as a Gentile to approach Jesus directly. Instead, he sent respected Jewish elders to make his request, demonstrating a deep reverence for Jesus that went beyond mere curiosity.
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Sent unto him elders of the Jews (απεστειλεν προς αυτον πρεσβουτερους των Ιουδαιων). Matthew 8:5 says "the centurion ca…
19th Century
Anglican
He sent unto him the elders of the Jews.—The noun has no article. Better, He sent unto Him elders; not as the En…
The introductory words provide more than just a transition from the preceding sermon. They suggest another step in the mission Jesus came to fulfil…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And when he heard of Jesus That he was come, as the Ethiopic version adds, into the city of Capernaum; or of his mir…
Presbyterian
Servants should strive to endear themselves to their masters. Masters should take particular care of their servants when they are sick.
We m…
