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A Deliberate Turn to the People
Commentators like Spurgeon, Calvin, and Gill note that Jesus deliberately turns away from the argumentative and "obstinate" religious leaders to address the common people. He considered the multitude more teachable and receptive to the truth than the educated elite who were blinded by their traditions. This shows the gospel's appeal is often greatest among the humble.
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 15:10
18th Century
Theologian
And he called the multitude. In opposition to the doctrines of the Pharisees, the Saviour took occasion to show them that the great source…
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 15:10
19th Century
Preacher
And he called the multitude,
It was as if he had said to the scribes and Pharisees, "I cannot waste my time arguing with you; I am …
John Calvin
On Matthew 15:10
16th Century
Theologian
And having called the multitudes to him.404 Here Christ turns to those who are ready to receive instruction, and explains more …
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John Gill
On Matthew 15:10
17th Century
Pastor
And he called the multitude
Having silenced the Scribes and Pharisees, and judging it not worth his while to say any more to m…
Matthew Henry
On Matthew 15:10–20
17th Century
Minister
Christ shows that the defilement they should fear was not from what entered their mouths as food, but from what came out of their mouths, which sho…
Thomas Aquinas
On Matthew 15:1–20
13th Century
Philosopher
Above, the Lord showed the power of His teaching under figures; now He shows its sufficiency. This is shown in two ways. Firstly, He shows that He …