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Jesus Dines with His Critics
Commentators highlight that Jesus readily accepted a dinner invitation from a Pharisee, a group often critical of him. Just as he ate with tax collectors, he engaged with religious leaders. Scholars note this demonstrates his mission to reach all people, seeking opportunities for ministry even in potentially hostile environments.
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Albert Barnes
On Luke 7:36
18th Century
Theologian
One of the Pharisees. His name was Simon (Luke 7:10). Nothing more is known of him. It is not improbable, however, from what f…
AT Robertson
On Luke 7:36
That he would eat with him (ινα φαγη μετ' αυτου). Second aorist active subjunctive. The use of ινα after ερωταω () is on the borde…
Charles Ellicott
On Luke 7:36
19th Century
Bishop
One of the Pharisees . . .—We may reasonably infer that this was one of the better class of Pharisees who had a certain m…
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Charles Spurgeon
On Luke 7:36–37
19th Century
Preacher
And one of the Pharisees desired him that he would eat with him. And he went into the Pharisee's house, and sat down to meat.
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Luke 7:36
Since Jesus accepted an invitation from this Pharisee named Simon, Jesus cannot be accused of spurning the Pharisees socially. The woman took advan…
John Calvin
On Luke 7:36
16th Century
Theologian
And one of the Pharisees requested him. This narrative shows the fault-finding disposition—a tendency not only to take offense but also to…
Matthew Henry
On Luke 7:36–50
17th Century
Minister
No one can truly perceive how precious Christ is, and the glory of the gospel, except the broken-hearted. But while they feel they cannot express e…