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Scripture Interprets Scripture
Jesus counters Satan's misuse of a promise from Psalm 91 by quoting a command from Deuteronomy. Commentators explain this shows we must balance scripture with scripture. A single promise cannot be used to justify an action that a clear command forbids. As Charles Spurgeon notes, 'One text must not be looked at alone... It is written is to be set side by side with It is written again.'
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AT Robertson
On Matthew 4:7
Thou shall not tempt (ουκ εκπειρασεις). Jesus quotes Deuteronomy again (Deuteronomy 6:16) and shows that the devil has…
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 4:7
19th Century
Preacher
Jesus said to him, It is written again, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God.
I know some people who earn their living in employme…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 4:7
The second temptation (Luke’s third) is set in the “holy city,” on the highest point of the temple complex (see comment on Lk 4:9–12). Satan quoted…
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John Calvin
On Matthew 4:7
16th Century
Theologian
It is written, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God. Christ's reply is most appropriate. There is no other way we have a right to expect …
John Gill
On Matthew 4:7
17th Century
Pastor
Jesus says to him, it is written again
Christ takes no notice of the false and wrong citation of scripture made by t…
Matthew Henry
On Matthew 4:1–11
17th Century
Minister
Concerning Christ's temptation, observe that immediately after He was declared to be the Son of God and the Savior of the world, He was tempted. Gr…
Thomas Aquinas
On Matthew 4:1–11
13th Century
Philosopher
It was shown above that Christ prepared Himself for teaching by receiving baptism; now, however, He prepares Himself by overcoming temptation. Abou…