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A Confession of Faith
Commentators emphasize that when the blind men called Jesus "Lord" and "Son of David," it was a profound declaration of faith. "Son of David" was a widely recognized title for the Messiah. In their desperation, they weren't just seeking a healer; they were acknowledging Jesus as the promised King and Savior, the one with divine authority to show mercy.
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 20:30
18th Century
Theologian
Two blind men. Mark and Luke mention only one. They do not say, however, that there was not more than one. They mention one because he was…
AT Robertson
On Matthew 20:30
That Jesus was passing by (οτ Ιησους παραγε). These men "were sitting by the wayside" (καθημενο παρα τεν οδον) at their regular st…
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 20:29–30
19th Century
Preacher
On Jericho a curse had rested, but the presence of Jesus brought it a blessing. We suppose He had to go through Jericho, just as once before He had…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 20:30
The fact that Matthew refers to two blind men rather than one (cf. Mark 10:46– 52) shows his personal knowledge of the events. There may…
John Calvin
On Matthew 20:30
16th Century
Theologian
Have mercy on me, O Lord. I stated, a short time ago, that there was at first but one who cried out, but the other was i…
John Gill
On Matthew 20:30
17th Century
Pastor
And behold, two blind men
Mark and Luke make mention but of one; which is no contradiction to Matthew; for they neit…
Matthew Henry
On Matthew 20:29–34
17th Century
Minister
It is good for those under the same trial, or weakness of body or mind, to join in prayer to God for relief, that they may enliven and encourage on…
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…