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`where their worm doesn`t die, and the fire is not quenched.`
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Several commentators, like A.T. Robertson, point out that this verse is absent from the oldest and most reliable Greek manuscripts. It is likely a later addition by scribes who copied the identical phrase from verse 48 for emphasis. This explains why some modern translations may omit verse 46 or place it in brackets.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Their worm. This figure is clearly taken from Isaiah 66:24. In describing the great prosperity of the kingdom of the Messiah, Isaiah says …
The oldest and best manuscripts do not give these two verses. They came in from the Western and Syrian (Byzantine) classes. They are a mere repetit…
19th Century
Anglican
Whosoever shall offend. See Notes on Matthew 18:6-9. The verbal, or nearly verbal, reproduction of these verses indicates the impr…
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Baptist
That is the second time he said these words. Our Lord was not fond of dreadful metaphors and terrible language, but he knew that they must be used,…
The main point of these verses is that it is so important to enter into eternal life that radical means must be taken to remove whatever can preven…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Where their worm dies not, and the fire is not quenched . ] The Persic version renders it, "because from there there…
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It is repeatedly said of the wicked, Their worm dieth not, as well as, The fire is never quenched. Undoubtedly, remorse of consci…
