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A New Kind of Teacher
Commentators explain that Jesus is describing a new kind of teacher. This is not a traditional scribe, but one who has been 'made a disciple.' Their fundamental allegiance has been transformed by the kingdom of heaven. This means their teaching flows from a new identity in Christ, not just from academic knowledge of the law.
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AT Robertson
On Matthew 13:52
Made a disciple to the kingdom of heaven (μαθετευθεις τη βασιλεια των ουρανων). First aorist passive participle. The verb is trans…
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 13:52
19th Century
Preacher
Our first desire should be that we ourselves may be instructed unto the kingdom of heaven, a remarkable phrase. Once this is done, each of…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 13:52
Interpretations of this difficult verse are legion. The problem in this parable is to discern the point of the comparison. There seem to be two com…
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John Gill
On Matthew 13:52
17th Century
Pastor
Then said he unto them
Since the disciples had such a clear understanding of the above parables, and were by them, a…
Matthew Henry
On Matthew 13:44–52
17th Century
Minister
Here are four parables.
That of the treasure hidden in the field. Many disregard the gospel because they look only at the surface o…
Thomas Aquinas
On Matthew 13:44–58
13th Century
Philosopher
Previously, the Lord parabolically showed both the obstacles and the growth of the Gospel teaching; now, however, He shows its dignity through some…