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An Act of Humility
Commentators universally highlight the profound humility of this act. Jesus, the sinless Son of God, travels a significant distance to be baptized by His servant, John. Instead of summoning John, the Lord comes to him. Scholars see this as a deliberate act of condescension, setting a powerful example of humility and obedience for all believers to follow.
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AT Robertson
On Matthew 3:13
Then cometh Jesus (τοτε παραγινετα ο Ιησους). The same historical present used in 3:1. He comes all the way from Galilee to Jordan…
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 3:13–14
19th Century
Preacher
Then cometh Jesus from Galilee to Jordan unto John, to be baptized of him. But John forbad him, saying, I have need to be baptized of thee, and…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 3:13
During the time John the Baptist was preaching to the crowds and baptizing them, Jesus came from Galilee also to be baptized.
Verses 14–15 ar…
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John Calvin
On Matthew 3:13
16th Century
Theologian
That he might be baptized by him. For what purpose did the Son of God wish to be baptized? This may be learned, in some measure, from his …
John Gill
On Matthew 3:13
17th Century
Pastor
Then comes Jesus
That is, when John has been some time preaching the doctrine of repentance, and administering the o…
Matthew Henry
On Matthew 3:13–17
17th Century
Minister
Christ's gracious condescensions are so surprising that even the strongest believers at first can hardly believe them; so deep and mysterious that …
Thomas Aquinas
On Matthew 3:13–17
13th Century
Philosopher
The Evangelist introduced John baptizing; now he introduces Christ coming to John’s baptism. Regarding this, he does two things:
- He sets…