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Private Learning, Public Proclaiming
Commentators like Spurgeon and Aquinas highlight a two-part rhythm in this verse. First, disciples receive personal, intimate instruction from Jesus ('in darkness,' 'in the ear'). Then, they are commanded to boldly and publicly share that exact message with the world ('in the light,' 'on the housetops'). Personal spiritual experience is meant for public witness.
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 10:27
18th Century
Theologian
What I tell you in darkness, etc. That is, in secret, in private, in confidence. The private instructions which…
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 10:22–27
19th Century
Preacher
And you shall be hated by all men for my name's sake: but he that endures to the end shall be saved. But when they persecute you in this city, …
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 10:27
Consideration of how disciples must expect to face persecution makes it necessary to say something about how to handle fear (vv.26–31) and about th…
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John Gill
On Matthew 10:27
17th Century
Pastor
What I tell you in darkness
Hence Christ proceeds to encourage his disciples to an open, plain, and faithful ministr…
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
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…