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Kingdom vs. Worldly Power
Jesus draws a sharp contrast between two systems of greatness. Commentators explain that the world's model, seen in the "Gentiles," is based on exercising authority, force, and dominion over others. In stark contrast, Jesus establishes a revolutionary model for His followers where true greatness is found not in being served, but in becoming a servant to all.
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Matthew
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 20:25–27
18th Century
Theologian
But Jesus called them to him. That is, he called all the apostles to him and stated the principles on which they were to act.
He sai…
AT Robertson
On Matthew 20:25
Called them unto him (προσκαλεσαμενος αυτους). Indirect middle again, calling to him.
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 20:24–26
19th Century
Preacher
Naturally, the other ten apostles did not welcome the attempt of the sons of Zebedee to gain an advantage over them. We never hear that they resent…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 20:25
The indignation of the ten doubtless sprang less from humility than jealousy plus the fear that they might lose out. These verses demonstrate that …
John Calvin
On Matthew 20:25
16th Century
Theologian
You know that the princes of the Gentiles rule over them. It is first said that Christ called them to him, so that he might repro…
John Gill
On Matthew 20:25
17th Century
Pastor
But Jesus called them unto him
All his twelve disciples, perceiving that the same ambitious views prevailed in them …
Matthew Henry
On Matthew 20:20–28
17th Century
Minister
The sons of Zebedee misused what Christ said to comfort the disciples. Some people cannot receive comforts without turning them to a wrong purpose.…
Thomas Aquinas
On Matthew 20:17–34
13th Century
Philosopher
In the preceding section, the Lord refuted those who attempted to obtain glory because of a long period of time; here, He refutes the one who attem…