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"Behold, we are going up to Jerusalem. The Son of Man will be delivered to the chief priests and the scribes. They will condemn him to death, and will deliver him to the Gentiles.

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Jesus Knew the Full Cost

Commentators emphasize that Jesus wasn't a victim of circumstance. He predicted his suffering in great detail—betrayal, condemnation, and being handed to the Gentiles. He knew the full price of redemption and, as Charles Spurgeon notes, "his pity never withdrew." His journey to Jerusalem was an act of fearless, intentional love and divine courage.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Mark 10:32–34

18th Century

Theologian

Jesus went before them. In the manner of an intrepid, fearless leader and guide, exposing himself to danger and death rather than his foll…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Mark 10:32–34

19th Century

Bishop

And they were in the way.—See Notes on Matthew 20:17-19.

Jesus went before them.—Better,…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Mark 10:32–34

19th Century

Preacher

And they were in the way going up to Jerusalem; and Jesus went before them: and they were amazed: and as they followed, they were afraid. And h…

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Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor's Bible Commentary

On Mark 10:33

This is the third major prediction of the Passion (cf. 8:31; 9:31). It is more detailed and precise than the others, containing six details. Jesus …

John Gill

John Gill

On Mark 10:33

17th Century

Pastor

[Saying], behold we go up to Jerusalem
They were now upon the road thither.

And the son of man

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Mark 10:32–45

17th Century

Minister

Christ's perseverance in His undertaking for the salvation of humankind was, is, and will be, the wonder of all His disciples. Worldly honor is a g…

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