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Jesus looking at him loved him, and said to him, "One thing you lack. Go, sell whatever you have, and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me, taking up the cross."
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Jesus' Affectionate Gaze
Commentators note that Mark is unique in mentioning that Jesus "loved" the man. They explain this was a genuine human affection and admiration for his sincerity and moral uprightness. Jesus saw the good in him and felt compassion, even while knowing his heart was ultimately attached to his wealth, not to God.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Jesus—loved him. What occurred afterwards showed that the young man did not love the Savior, or was not a true disciple. So, this expressi…
Looking upon him loved him (εμβλεψας αυτω ηγαπησεν). Mark alone mentions this glance of affection, ingressive aorist participle an…
19th Century
Anglican
Then Jesus beholding him loved him.—Better, looking, or gazing on him. The fact is narrated by Saint Ma…
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Baptist
Then Jesus beholding him loved him,
There was so much that was amiable about him.
Recognizing the young man’s sincerity, Jesus responded in love. The one thing that prevented him from having eternal life was the security of his w…
16th Century
Protestant
One thing you lack. Christ therefore does not mean that the young man lacked one thing beyond the keeping of the law, bu…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Then Jesus, beholding him, loved him Not as God, with that special love, with which he loves his people, who were gi…
This young ruler showed great earnestness. He asked what he should do now, so that he might be happy forever. Most people ask for good to be had in…
