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Jesus, the Bridegroom
Jesus responds by calling himself the 'bridegroom.' Commentators note this is a powerful claim, as the Old Testament often describes God as the bridegroom of His people. His physical presence with the disciples was like a wedding feast—a time for joy, not for fasting, which is an expression of mourning. This joy signifies the dawning of the new Messianic era.
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 9:14–15
18th Century
Theologian
Then came to him the disciples of John, etc. (Luke 5:33–39). That is, John the Baptist. It is probable that they had understoo…
AT Robertson
On Matthew 9:15
The sons of the bride-chamber (ο υιο του νυμφωνος). It is a late Hebrew idiom for the wedding guests, "the friends of the bridegro…
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 9:15
19th Century
Preacher
And Jesus said unto them, Can the children of the bridechamber mourn as long as the bridegroom is with them?
Could Christ's disciple…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 9:15
For his response Jesus used three illustrations. The first, about the “guests of the bridegroom,” picks up a metaphor from the Baptist, who saw him…
John Calvin
On Matthew 9:15
16th Century
Theologian
Can the children of the bridegroom mourn? Christ apologizes for his disciples on account of the season, claiming that God was still please…
John Gill
On Matthew 9:15
17th Century
Pastor
And Jesus said to them
To the disciples of John, the Pharisees being present, who both have here a full answer; thou…
Matthew Henry
On Matthew 9:14–17
17th Century
Minister
John was at this time in prison. His circumstances, his character, and the nature of the message he was sent to deliver, led those who were particu…
Thomas Aquinas
On Matthew 9:14–17
13th Century
Philosopher
Here a question concerning eating is related; and the response follows, where it is said, And Jesus said.
But then…