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For I also am a man placed under authority, having under myself soldiers. I tell this one, `Go!` and he goes; and to another, `Come!` and he comes; and to my servant, `Do this,` and he does it."

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The Logic of Authority

Commentators highlight that the centurion used his military experience as a powerful analogy. He understood being 'under authority' while also having authority over his soldiers. He applied this logic to Jesus, recognizing Him as one who operates with God's supreme authority, able to command sickness to leave just as a soldier is commanded.

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AT Robertson

AT Robertson

On Luke 7:8

"Set" (τασσομενος). Genuine here, though doubtful in Mt 8:9 where see discussion of this vivid and characteristic speech of the ce…

Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor's Bible Commentary

On Luke 7:8

It seems strange that at this point, having invited Jesus to come, the centurion now sends a second group of “friends” to express his sense of unwo…

John Gill

John Gill

On Luke 7:8

17th Century

Pastor

For I also am a man set under authority
Of the Roman senate; "or belonging to the emperor", as the Arabic version re…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Luke 7:1–10

17th Century

Minister

Servants should strive to endear themselves to their masters. Masters should take particular care of their servants when they are sick.

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