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When the multitudes heard it, they were astonished at his teaching.

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Stunned by the Teaching

The crowd's reaction was more than simple surprise; they were 'astonished' (literally 'struck out') by Jesus' teaching. Commentators explain this amazement was directed at both the content of His doctrine—His profound insights into the resurrection—and the authority with which He taught, silencing the Sadducees with scriptural truth.

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AT Robertson

AT Robertson

On Matthew 22:33

They were astonished (εξεπλησσοντο). Descriptive imperfect passive showing the continued amazement of the crowds. They were struck…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Matthew 22:33

19th Century

Preacher

Our Lord’s reply to the Sadducees was so complete that they were put to silence (Matthew 22:34). They did not attempt any furt…

Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor's Bible Commentary

On Matthew 22:33

Matthew does not tell us that the Sadducees are convinced but that the crowds are astonished at Jesus’ authority and incisive insight into biblical…

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John Gill

John Gill

On Matthew 22:33

17th Century

Pastor

And when the multitude heard this This wise and full answer of Christ to the posing question of the Sadducees, with which…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Matthew 22:23–33

17th Century

Minister

The doctrines of Christ displeased the unbelieving Sadducees, as well as the Pharisees and Herodians. He carried the great truths of the resurrecti…

Thomas Aquinas

Thomas Aquinas

On Matthew 22:23–33

13th Century

Philosopher

Here, the second question is presented, and the Evangelist does three things:

  1. The question is presented.
  2. The response is pres…

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