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A Prophecy of the Cross
Commentators widely agree that when Jesus speaks of the bridegroom being 'taken away,' he is making a veiled prophecy of his own violent death. Scholars note that the original language implies a forceful removal, foreshadowing the cross and the sorrow his disciples would experience.
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Charles Ellicott
On Mark 2:18–22
19th Century
Bishop
And the disciples of John... used to fast.—Better, were fasting. See Notes on Matthew 9:14-17. The only differen…
Charles Spurgeon
On Mark 2:18–20
19th Century
Preacher
While Christ was with His people in person, they could not help having joy and gladness; but when He was gone from them, they must lament His absen…
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On Mark 2:20
Jesus answers in a parable emphasizing the joy that the presence of Jesus makes possible. Therefore fasting, as a sign of mourning, is not appropri…
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John Gill
On Mark 2:20
17th Century
Pastor
But the days will come when the bridegroom shall be taken away from them, and then shall
Matthew Henry
On Mark 2:18–22
17th Century
Minister
Strict professors of faith are inclined to blame all who do not fully measure up to their own views. Christ did not escape slanders; we should be w…