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"A disciple is not above his teacher, nor a servant above his lord.
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Expect Similar Treatment
Commentators universally agree that Jesus uses a common proverb to set a clear expectation: followers should not be surprised by persecution. If the world hated and slandered the Master, His disciples cannot expect better treatment. This is presented not as a failure, but as a normal part of faithfully following in Christ's footsteps.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The disciple is not above his Master, etc. That is, you must expect the same treatment which I have received. They have called me, your Ma…
19th Century
Anglican
The disciple is not above his master — The proverb was likely a common one and is used by our Lord (John 13:16; [Refer…
Baptist
The disciple is not above his master, nor the servant above his Lord. It is enough for the disciple that he be as his master, and the servant a…
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Here Jesus forbids the disciples from being surprised when they suffer persecution. If they follow him, they should expect no less. The statement r…
16th Century
Protestant
The disciple is not above his master. By his own example, he now exhorts them to perseverance; and, indeed, this consolation is enough to …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The disciple is not above his master So far from it, that he is inferior to him; as in knowledge, so in reputation a…
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Our Lord warned his disciples to prepare for persecution. They were to avoid all things which gave an advantage to their enemies, all meddling with…
13th Century
Catholic
The Lord instructed the Apostles concerning their office and their necessary means of livelihood; but now He instructs them concerning their immine…
