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Divine Timing, Not Secrecy
Commentators agree that Jesus's command for silence was not about permanent secrecy but about divine timing. He was prudently avoiding the plots of his enemies, preventing a public frenzy that could hinder his work, and waiting for the Father's appointed time for his full revelation. His actions were deliberate and strategic, not fearful.
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 12:16
18th Century
Theologian
And he charged them, etc. He was, at this time, desirous of concealment. He wished to avoid their plots, and to save his life.
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…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 12:16
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 (…
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John Calvin
On Matthew 12:16
16th Century
Theologian
And he threatened them. The expression used by Mark conveys, in an even more pointed manner, that he restrained the unclean s…
John Gill
On Matthew 12:16
17th Century
Pastor
And charged them that they should not make him known .
] This charge was given, either to the multitude that followe…
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…