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The 'Corban' Loophole
Commentators explain that Jesus is exposing a tradition where a person could declare their money or property as "Corban"—a gift dedicated to God. The religious leaders taught that this vow freed the person from their biblical duty to financially support their aging parents, effectively creating a spiritual-sounding loophole to avoid a core commandment.
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 15:5
18th Century
Theologian
It is a gift. In Mark it is corban. The word corban is a Hebrew word, denoting a gift. It here means a thing
AT Robertson
On Matthew 15:5
But ye say (υμεις δε λεγετε). In sharp contrast to the command of God. Jesus had quoted the fifth commandment ([Reference Exodus 2…
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 15:4–6
19th Century
Preacher
For God commanded, saying, Honor your father and mother: and, He that curses father or mother, let him die the death. But you say, Whoever shal…
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John Calvin
On Matthew 15:5
16th Century
Theologian
But you say, etc. The mode of expression is defective, and is more fully exhibited by Mark, who adds, you suffer them not to do anythi…
John Gill
On Matthew 15:5
17th Century
Pastor
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Matthew Henry
On Matthew 15:1–9
17th Century
Minister
Additions to God's laws reflect upon His wisdom, as if He had left out something that was needed and that humans could supply; in one way or anothe…
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 …