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A Welcoming Savior
Commentators emphasize that even though Jesus was seeking a private retreat with His disciples, He warmly "welcomed" the crowds that followed Him. Instead of seeing them as an interruption, He received them kindly and affectionately, demonstrating His boundless compassion and accessibility to all who seek Him.
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AT Robertson
On Luke 9:11
Spake (ελαλε). Imperfect active, he continued speaking.
He healed (ιατο). Imperfect middle, he continued h…
Charles Ellicott
On Luke 9:11
19th Century
Bishop
Healed them that had need of healing.—We cannot readily alter the translation, but it may be noted that the word for “he…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Luke 9:11
The return of the disciples is the occasion for Jesus’ withdrawal to Bethsaida (perhaps to rest, see Mk 6:31). This town was on the northeast side …
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John Gill
On Luke 9:11
17th Century
Pastor
And the people, when they knew it
Having heard of his departure from others, and seeing him go off themselves:
Matthew Henry
On Luke 9:10–17
17th Century
Minister
The people followed Jesus, and though they came inopportunely, He gave them what they came for. He spoke to them of the kingdom of God. He healed t…