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Simon the Canaanite; and Judas Iscariot, who also betrayed him.
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The Traitor in the Ranks
The inclusion of 'Judas Iscariot, who also betrayed him,' is a sobering lesson. Commentators emphasize that even in Christ's hand-picked inner circle, there was a traitor. This serves as a permanent warning that spiritual gifts, a high position, or close association with Jesus do not guarantee a person's faithfulness.
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Matthew
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Simon the Canaanite. Luke calls him Simon Zelotes, the zealous. It is probable that he was one of a small sect of the Jews called…
19th Century
Baptist
Thus they go two and two, till the traitor brings up the rear. Simon the Zealot is cooled down by the calculating prudence of Judas Iscariot. Judas…
For the first and only time in Matthew, the Twelve are called “apostles” (GK 693). “Apostle,” as used in NT documents, has narrower and wider meani…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Simon the Canaanite, and Judas Iscariot This is the last couple, for they are all mentioned by pairs, because they w…
The word —apostle' means messenger; they were Christ's messengers, sent out to proclaim his kingdom. Christ gave them power to heal all kinds of si…
13th Century
Catholic
Above, He had presented His doctrine; here, He appoints His ministers. They are described by their number, their power, and the listing of their na…
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