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A Question of Divinity
The guests' question, "Who is this that even forgiveth sins?" was not one of honest inquiry but of accusation. Commentators explain that the guests understood correctly that only God has the authority to forgive sins. Therefore, by questioning Jesus, they were accusing him of blasphemy. This moment forces a direct confrontation with Jesus' divine identity and authority, a recurring theme noted in other gospels as well.
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Albert Barnes
On Luke 7:49
18th Century
Theologian
Who is this, etc. A very pertinent question. Who could he be but God? Man could not do it, and there is no wonder that they were …
AT Robertson
On Luke 7:49
Who even forgiveth sins (ος κα αμαρτιας αφιησιν). Present indicative active of same verb, αφιημ. Once before the Pharisees conside…
Charles Ellicott
On Luke 7:49
19th Century
Bishop
Who is this that forgiveth sins also?—Better, Who is this that even forgives sins? The thought that underlay the question, though…
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Charles Spurgeon
On Luke 7:49
19th Century
Preacher
And they that sat at meat with him began to say within themselves, Who is this that forgiveth sins also?
Now, you see, they begin t…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Luke 7:49
Again the woman is the focal point of the narrative. Surprisingly, Jesus first contrasts her acts of devotion with a lack of special attention on S…
John Calvin
On Luke 7:49
16th Century
Theologian
And those who sat at table with him began to say within themselves. Therefore we again learn that ignorance of Christ’s office constantly …
John Gill
On Luke 7:49
17th Century
Pastor
And they that sat at meat with him
Other Pharisees that sat at Simon's table with Christ, whom he had invited as gue…
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…