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A Clear Claim to Divinity
Commentators highlight the significance of Jesus referring to himself as "The Lord." While the term could simply mean "master," most scholars see it as a profound claim of divinity. Jesus, the sovereign Lord of all, asserts his authority to requisition what is needed for his mission. This was an increasingly clear declaration of his identity as he entered Jerusalem.
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 21:3
18th Century
Theologian
The Lord hath need of them. This means no more than the master has need of them. The word lord often means no more than …
AT Robertson
On Matthew 21:3
The Lord (ο κυριος). It is not clear how the word would be understood here by those who heard the message though it is plain that …
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 21:1–3
19th Century
Preacher
And when they drew nigh unto Jerusalem, and were come to Bethphage, unto the Mount of Olives, then sent Jesus two disciples, Saying unto them, …
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 21:3
The most natural way to take “Lord” here is Jesus’ way of referring to himself. This step is not out of keeping with the authority he has already c…
John Gill
On Matthew 21:3
17th Century
Pastor
And if any man say ought to you
As, what business have you with the ass and colt? why do you lose them? as certain p…
Matthew Henry
On Matthew 21:1–11
17th Century
Minister
This coming of Christ was described by the prophet Zechariah (Zechariah 9:9). When Christ would appear in his glory, it is in his meekn…
Thomas Aquinas
On Matthew 21:1–22
13th Century
Philosopher
Here, it was stated that Matthew’s Gospel is divided into three parts:
- In the first part, he relates Christ’s entrance into the world …