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for I was hungry, and you didn`t give me food to eat; I was thirsty, and you gave me no drink;
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The Danger of Doing Nothing
Commentators stress that the condemnation comes not from committing great evils, but from the sin of omission—failing to act. Charles Spurgeon notes that the simple words 'no' and 'not' are fatal. This highlights that neglecting to show love and care to those in need is a grave offense that reveals a heart's true condition.
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No meat (ουκ εδωκατε μο φαγειν). You did not give me anything to eat. The repetition of the negative ου in 42 and 43 is like the f…
19th Century
Baptist
Two little words, “no” and “not,” explain the difference between their conduct and that of the righteous. To those on His right hand, the King will…
The condemnation is even more awful than in 7:23. The “goats” are cursed: they are banished from the King’s presence and sent to the eternal fire. …
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For I was an hungered, and ye gave me no meat Hence it appears, that these were such as dwelt among Christians, and …
Presbyterian
This is a description of the last judgment, serving as an explanation of the preceding parables. A judgment is coming in which everyone will be sen…
13th Century
Catholic
Above, the Lord set forth different parables pertaining to the Judgment; here, however, He openly deals with His Judgment. He does three things:
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