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Love That Does Not Flee
Commentators emphasize that the women's presence at the tomb demonstrates a steadfast love that endures even in the darkest adversity. Albert Barnes contrasts their loyalty with the disciples who fled, noting that genuine love proves itself not in prosperity but in moments of trial and humiliation. Their devotion serves as a powerful model of faithful discipleship.
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Albert Barnes
On Mark 15:47
18th Century
Theologian
Beheld where he was laid. The affection of these pious women never abandoned them in all the trials and sufferings of their Lord. With tru…
AT Robertson
On Mark 15:47
Beheld (εθεωρουν). Imperfect tense picturing the two Marys "sitting over against the sepulchre" (Matthew 27:61) and wa…
Charles Ellicott
On Mark 15:47
19th Century
Bishop
Mary the mother of Joses.—In Matthew 27:61 she is described simply as “the other Mary.”
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Charles Spurgeon
On Mark 15:46–47
19th Century
Preacher
That is Mark's account of our Lord's death and burial, very terse, and very suggestive. Let us now read John's description of the sad scene.
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On Mark 15:47
The two Marys mention in v.40 as being witnesses of the Crucifixion were also present at Jesus’ burial. Mark mentions this in anticipation of 16:1;…
John Gill
On Mark 15:47
17th Century
Pastor
And Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of Joses
Or Joseph, as the Vulgate Latin and Ethiopic versions read:
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Matthew Henry
On Mark 15:42–47
17th Century
Minister
We are here attending the burial of our Lord Jesus. Oh that we may by grace be planted in the likeness of it! Joseph of Arimathea was one who waite…