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They went away, and found a colt tied at the door outside in the open street, and they untied him.

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Eyewitness Detail

Commentators note the vivid, specific details in this verse: the colt was tied 'at the door,' 'outside,' and 'in the open street.' This precision is seen as a hallmark of Mark's Gospel, suggesting it came from an eyewitness, likely the Apostle Peter, which adds a layer of historical authenticity to the account.

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AT Robertson

AT Robertson

On Mark 11:4

A colt tied at the door without in the open street (πωλον δεδεμενον προς θυραν εξω επ του αμφοδου). A carefully drawn picture. The…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Mark 11:4

19th Century

Bishop

Without in a place where two ways met.—Each touch is characteristic of Saint Mark, and implies personal observation on the part of…

Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor's Bible Commentary

On Mark 11:4

The disciples found the colt as Jesus had told them and carried out his orders to the letter. The people (the owners? see Lk 19:33) did not object …

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John Gill

John Gill

On Mark 11:4

17th Century

Pastor

And they went their way
The two disciples went to the village, where Christ sent them, without objecting any difficu…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Mark 11:1–11

17th Century

Minister

Christ's coming into Jerusalem so remarkably shows that He was not afraid of the power and malice of His enemies. This would encourage His disciple…