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Persistence Overcomes Discouragement
Commentators note that the crowd repeatedly tried to silence Bartimaeus, but their rebukes only made him cry out 'the more a great deal.' His persistence in the face of social pressure and discouragement serves as a powerful model for believers. It teaches that a desperate need for Jesus should not be quieted by the opinions or interruptions of others.
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AT Robertson
On Mark 10:48
Rebuked him (επετιμων αυτω). Imperfect tense. Kept rebuking repeatedly. So Lu 18:39. Aorist tense in Mt 20:31.
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Charles Spurgeon
On Mark 10:45–49
19th Century
Preacher
For even the Son of man came not to be ministered to, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many. And they came to Jericho: and as…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Mark 10:48
Bartimaeus must have heard of Jesus’ reputation as a healer. When he discovered that Jesus was coming by, he seized the opportunity of approaching …
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John Gill
On Mark 10:48
17th Century
Pastor
And many charged him that he should hold his peace
And be silent, and not call him the son of David, at least; nor a…
Matthew Henry
On Mark 10:46–52
17th Century
Minister
Bartimaeus had heard of Jesus and his miracles, and learning that he was passing by, hoped to recover his eyesight. In coming to Christ for help an…