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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And he laid his hands on them,.... "And blessed them", as Mark says; he put his hands upon them, according to the custom…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
He laid his hands on them - Mark says he blessed them. That is, he pronounced or sought a blessing on them.
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
laid his hands on them No unmeaning act, therefore infants are capable of receiving a blessing, though not consciousof…
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