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Crisis Breeds False Saviors
Commentators explain that Jesus's warning against false Christs was particularly relevant during times of intense crisis, such as the fall of Jerusalem. People desperate for a political messiah to save them from Roman oppression were vulnerable to such claims. This serves as a timeless warning to be skeptical of those who claim to be saviors during periods of great distress.
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Charles Ellicott
On Mark 13:14–23
19th Century
Bishop
But when you shall see.—See Notes on Matthew 24:15-28.
Standing where it ought not.—St. …
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Mark 13:21
The section (vv.5–23) ends as it began, with a warning against false Christs. A crisis like that of the fall of the city would be sure to produce m…
John Gill
On Mark 13:21
17th Century
Pastor
And then if any man shall say to you
During those days of tribulation and affliction, or when shortened and at an en…
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Matthew Henry
On Mark 13:14–23
17th Century
Minister
The Jews, by rebelling against the Romans and persecuting the Christians, hastened their own ruin swiftly. Here we have a prediction of that ruin, …