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Prudence, Not Fear
Commentators unanimously explain that Jesus' withdrawal was not an act of fear but of divine wisdom. Knowing the Pharisees' plot and that His 'hour had not yet come,' He prudently moved to a different location to continue His ministry. This demonstrates His sovereign control over the timing of His life and mission.
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 12:15
18th Century
Theologian
Jesus—withdrew himself. He knew the design against his life. He knew that his hour had not yet come, and he therefore sought security. By …
AT Robertson
On Matthew 12:15
Perceiving (γνους). Second aorist active participle of γινωσκω. Jesus read their very thoughts. They were now plain to any one who…
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 12:15–16
19th Century
Preacher
Their secret plans were all discerned by His omniscience. Jesus knew it and acted accordingly. He did not come to contend with fault-finders, and t…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 12:15
Jesus often withdrew when opposition became intense (cf. 4:12; 14:13; 15:21; 16:5); at least that was his custom until the appointed hour arrived (…
John Gill
On Matthew 12:15
17th Century
Pastor
But when Jesus knew it
Their consultation against him, as he did, not by any discovery made to him by men, but as the omniscie…
Matthew Henry
On Matthew 12:14–21
17th Century
Minister
The Pharisees took counsel to find some accusation, that Jesus might be condemned to death. Aware of their design, as his time was not yet come, he…