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The Ultimate Betrayal
Commentators emphasize that Jesus is forecasting a persecution so severe it will shatter the most fundamental human relationships. The 'hatred of the gospel' will be so fanatical that family members will betray one another, even to the point of death. Scholars describe this as a shocking and unnatural consequence of the world's opposition to Christ.
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Albert Barnes
On Mark 13:12
18th Century
Theologian
The brother shall betray, etc. The brother will treacherously give up his brother to be put to death, because of his attachment to Jesus. …
Charles Ellicott
On Mark 13:12
19th Century
Bishop
Now the brother.—Literally, and the brother.
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On Mark 13:12
The breaking of ties of natural affection would be another trial the disciples would have to face (cf. Micah 7:2–6). Only a fanatical ha…
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John Gill
On Mark 13:12
17th Century
Pastor
Now the brother shall betray the brother to death
Signifying, that such should be the rage of men, particularly the …
Matthew Henry
On Mark 13:5–13
17th Century
Minister
Our Lord Jesus, in reply to the disciples' question, does not so much satisfy their curiosity as direct their consciences. When many are deceived, …