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Jesus Answers Unspoken Thoughts
Multiple commentators emphasize that Jesus is not replying to spoken words, but to Simon the Pharisee's silent, internal thoughts. By exposing Simon's hidden judgment, Jesus proves He has divine insight, confirming He is more than a prophet—the very thing Simon was doubting.
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AT Robertson
On Luke 7:40
Answering (αποκριθεις). First aorist passive participle, redundant use with ειπεν. Jesus answers the thoughts and doubts of Simon …
Charles Ellicott
On Luke 7:40
19th Century
Bishop
And Jesus answering said . . .—The answer was, as the context shows, to the unspoken thoughts of the Pharisee.
Simon, I have so…
Charles Spurgeon
On Luke 7:39–44
19th Century
Preacher
Saying, This man, if he were a prophet, would have known who and what manner of woman this is that touches him: for she is a sinner. And Jesus …
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On Luke 7:40
In this masterly narrative, Luke now directs attention to the Pharisee, who in mulling over the matter reaches three conclusions: (1) If Jesus were…
John Calvin
On Luke 7:40
16th Century
Theologian
And Jesus answering said. By this reply Christ shows how egregiously Simon was mistaken. Exposing to public view his silent and concealed …
John Gill
On Luke 7:40
17th Century
Pastor
And Jesus answering said to him
Christ being God omniscient, knew not only the character and conversation of this wo…
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…