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True Greatness is Humility
In response to the disciples' argument about who was greatest, Jesus completely redefines the term. Commentators explain that true greatness in God's kingdom is not about status or power, but about humility. The path to being considered 'great' is to willingly become 'least,' serving others and taking on lowly tasks. This is a radical reversal of worldly values.
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AT Robertson
On Luke 9:48
This little child (τουτο το παιδιον). As Jesus spoke he probably had his hand upon the head of the child. Matthew 18:5 …
Charles Ellicott
On Luke 9:48
19th Century
Bishop
For he that is least among you all.—The addition in this place and this form are peculiar to St. Luke’s report, but agree…
Charles Spurgeon
On Luke 9:47–48
19th Century
Preacher
The way to rise in the ranks of Christ is to go down. Be willing to do the lowliest task, and you are growing in Christ's esteem.
When you ar…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Luke 9:48
This passage naturally follows the preceding two verses. The disciples did not understand Jesus’ role as the Suffering Servant and so could not gra…
John Gill
On Luke 9:48
17th Century
Pastor
And said unto them, whosoever receives this child ,
&c.] Or "one such little child", as in (Matthew 18:5…
Matthew Henry
On Luke 9:43–50
17th Century
Minister
This prediction of Christ's sufferings was plain enough, but the disciples would not understand it, because it did not agree with their notions. A …