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A Narrative Turning Point
Commentators note that this verse acts as a formulaic conclusion to Jesus's great discourse on parables. It's a literary signpost from the author, Matthew, signaling a shift in the narrative from a period of public teaching to the story of Jesus's rejection in his own hometown.
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Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 13:53
19th Century
Preacher
He did not stay to overdo what had been so well done. When He had finished, He left off. When He had completed His ministry in a place,
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 13:53
Once again, this section of Matthew closes with a typical formula (). Jesus’ movement from Capernaum to “his hometown” (vv.53–54) turns out to be a…
John Calvin
On Matthew 13:53
16th Century
Theologian
When Jesus had concluded. Matthew does not mean that immediately after delivering these discourses, he came into his own country, for it i…
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John Gill
On Matthew 13:53
17th Century
Pastor
And it came to pass that, when Jesus had finished these parables Which he spoke both to the multitude from the ship, and …
Matthew Henry
On Matthew 13:53–58
17th Century
Minister
Christ repeats his offer to those who have rejected him. They upbraid him: Is not this the carpenter's son?
Yes, it is true he was …
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…