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The 'Corban' Loophole
Commentators explain that Jesus was condemning a specific tradition where a person could declare their money a "gift" (Corban) to God. This created a religious-sounding excuse to avoid the clear biblical command to honor and financially support their parents in need. It was a loophole that prioritized human rules over divine law.
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AT Robertson
On Matthew 15:6
Ye have made void the word of God (εκυρωσατε τον λογον του θεου). It was a stinging indictment that laid bare the hollow pretence …
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…
John Gill
On Matthew 15:6
17th Century
Pastor
See note on Mt 15:5
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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 …