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The Bible's Harmony
Commentators highlight how Matthew constantly connects Jesus's actions to Old Testament prophecies, like this one from Zechariah and Isaiah. This isn't a coincidence but a divine plan. As one scholar puts it, God has given us a "Harmony of the Old and New Testament," showing all of Scripture points to Christ.
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 21:4–5
18th Century
Theologian
All this was done. The prophecy quoted here is found in Zechariah 9:9. It was always applied to the Messiah by the Jews.
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AT Robertson
On Matthew 21:4
By the prophet (δια του προφητου). The first line is from Isa 62:11, the rest from Zec 9:9. John (John 12:14f.) makes …
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 21:4–5
19th Century
Preacher
Matthew is always reminding us of the Old Testament, and rightly so, for our Lord is always fulfilling it. Every point of detail is according to pr…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 21:4
It is uncertain whether these are the words of Jesus or of Matthew (NIV chooses the latter). The quotation is from Zec 9:9. A donkey was sometimes …
John Gill
On Matthew 21:4
17th Century
Pastor
All this was done
The disciples were sent to the neighbouring village for the ass and colt, and they brought them, a…
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 …