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Sin is an Unpayable Debt
Commentators explain that this parable frames sin as a debt owed to God. While some sins create a larger debt than others (five hundred pence vs. fifty), the crucial point is that neither debtor can pay. This illustrates the universal human condition: we are all spiritually bankrupt and unable to atone for our own sins, setting the stage for God's grace.
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Albert Barnes
On Luke 7:41
18th Century
Theologian
A certain creditor. A man who had lent money or sold property, the payment for which was still due.
Five hundred pence. Abo…
AT Robertson
On Luke 7:41
A certain lender (δανιστη τιν). A lender of money with interest. Here alone in the N.T. though a common word.
Debto…
Charles Ellicott
On Luke 7:41–42
19th Century
Bishop
There was a certain creditor . . .—The parable has some points of resemblance to that of the Two Debtors in Matthew 18:23…
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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 …
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Luke 7:41
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 7:41
16th Century
Theologian
A certain creditor had two debtors: the scope of this parable is to demonstrate that Simon is wrong in condemning the woman who is acquitt…
John Gill
On Luke 7:41
17th Century
Pastor
There was a certain creditor
All the Oriental versions premise something to this. The Syriac version reads, "Jesus said unto h…
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…