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It is enough for the disciple that he be like his teacher, and the servant like his lord. If they have called the master of the house Beelzebul, how much more them of his household!

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Expect to Be Treated Like Jesus

Jesus plainly states that his followers should not expect better treatment from the world than he received. Commentators stress that if Jesus, the master of God's household, was called "Beelzebub"—a name for the prince of demons—his disciples should anticipate similar slander and hostility. This is not a sign of failure, but a normal part of following Christ.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Matthew 10:24–25

18th Century

Theologian

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…

AT Robertson

AT Robertson

On Matthew 10:25

Beelzebub (βεεζεβουλ according to B, βεελζεβουλ by most Greek MSS., βεελζεβουβ by many non-Greek MSS.). The etymology of the word …

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Matthew 10:24–25

19th Century

Preacher

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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Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor's Bible Commentary

On Matthew 10:25

Here Jesus forbids the disciples from being surprised when they suffer persecution. If they follow him, they should expect no less. The statement r…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Matthew 10:25

16th Century

Theologian

If they have called the master of the house Beelzebub. This is equivalent to his calling himself Lord of the Church, as the apostle, when …

John Gill

John Gill

On Matthew 10:25

17th Century

Pastor

It is enough for the disciple that he be as his master ,
&c.] A disciple should think himself very well off, be enti…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Matthew 10:16–42

17th Century

Minister

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…

Thomas Aquinas

Thomas Aquinas

On Matthew 10:16–42

13th Century

Philosopher

The Lord instructed the Apostles concerning their office and their necessary means of livelihood; but now He instructs them concerning their immine…