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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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Albert Barnes
On Mark 10:21
18th Century
Theologian
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…
AT Robertson
On Mark 10:21
Looking upon him loved him (εμβλεψας αυτω ηγαπησεν). Mark alone mentions this glance of affection, ingressive aorist participle an…
Charles Ellicott
On Mark 10:21
19th Century
Bishop
Then Jesus beholding him loved him.—Better, looking, or gazing on him. The fact is narrated by Saint Ma…
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Charles Spurgeon
On Mark 10:21
19th Century
Preacher
Then Jesus beholding him loved him,
There was so much that was amiable about him.
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Mark 10:21
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…
John Calvin
On Mark 10:21
16th Century
Theologian
One thing you lack. Christ therefore does not mean that the young man lacked one thing beyond the keeping of the law, bu…
John Gill
On Mark 10:21
17th Century
Pastor
Then Jesus, beholding him, loved him
Not as God, with that special love, with which he loves his people, who were gi…
Matthew Henry
On Mark 10:17–22
17th Century
Minister
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…