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The Kingdom's Great Paradox
Commentators stress that Jesus introduces a radical reversal of worldly values. While secular rulers seek greatness through power and authority, greatness among Christ's followers is found in the opposite: becoming a 'minister' or servant. Scholars call this the great paradox of God's kingdom, where the path to true honor is through humble service, not lordship.
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AT Robertson
On Mark 10:39–45
See on Mt 20:23-28 for discussion on these memorable verses (39-45) identical in both Matthew and Mark. In particular in verse 45 note the language…
Charles Ellicott
On Mark 10:43
19th Century
Bishop
Shall be your minister. This wording is substantially the same as in Saint Matthew, but note in both verses the variation, “sh…
Charles Spurgeon
On Mark 10:42–45
19th Century
Preacher
But Jesus called them to him, and saith unto them, Ye know that they which are accounted to rule over the Gentiles exercise lordship over them;…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Mark 10:43
Although Jesus had previously rebuked the spirit of ambition and jealousy among his disciples (cf. 9:35), it was still very much alive in them. The…
John Gill
On Mark 10:43
17th Century
Pastor
But so shall it not be among you Or "so let it not be", as in many copies; or as the Persic version renders it, "it ought…
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…