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The Soul's Infinite Worth
All commentators agree that this verse presents the ultimate bad bargain. They explain that even if it were possible to gain the entire world, its value is temporary and fleeting. In contrast, the soul is immortal, making its value infinite. Therefore, any worldly gain achieved by forfeiting one's eternal life through the denial of Christ is an incomparable and tragic loss.
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Charles Ellicott
On Mark 8:36–37
19th Century
Bishop
His own soul.—Better, life in both verses. The word “lose” is not the same as in Mark 8:35, and should perhaps b…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Mark 8:36
These two verses emphasize the incomparable worth of the “soul” (GK 6034) that which survives human death). Once a person has forfeited his or her …
John Gill
On Mark 8:36
17th Century
Pastor
For what shall it profit a man
In the long run, in the issue of things, who by denying Christ, and his Gospel, may n…
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Matthew Henry
On Mark 8:34–38
17th Century
Minister
It is frequently noted how great crowds flocked to Christ for help in various situations. Everyone needs to understand this if they expect Him to h…