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From Indifference to Violence
Commentators observe a progression of sin in the parable. While some people simply ignored the king's invitation due to worldly distractions, this verse describes a more malicious group. Their rejection wasn't passive indifference but active, violent hostility, demonstrating the deepest level of rebellion against the king.
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 22:6
18th Century
Theologian
And the remnant, etc. That is, a part made light of it, and treated it with silent contempt, and coolly went about their business…
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 22:4–6
19th Century
Preacher
Saying, Tell them, which are bidden, Behold, I have prepared my dinner: my oxen and my fatlings are killed, and all things are ready: come unto…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 22:6
The scene turns violent. Some of those invited treat the king’s messengers outrageously. Enraged, the king sends his army, destroys the murderers, …
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John Gill
On Matthew 22:6
17th Century
Pastor
And the remnant took his servants They that went to their several worldly callings and occupations of life, troubled them…
Matthew Henry
On Matthew 22:1–14
17th Century
Minister
The provision made for perishing souls in the gospel is represented by a royal feast made by a king, with great liberality, on the marriage of his …
Thomas Aquinas
On Matthew 22:1–14
13th Century
Philosopher
It was said above that Christ’s persecutors were provoked to kill Him for three reasons: His glory, His wisdom (by which He was confounding them), …