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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
He then lying on Jesus' breast,.... Being on the couch just before Jesus, with his back to him, he bends backwards, and…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
He then lying on Jesus’ breast - This is a different word from the one rendered Joh 13:23 leaning. It means falling back…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
He then lying on Jesus' breast - Επιπεσων, laying his head against the breast of Christ, in a loving, respectful manner.…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714John 13:18-30
We have here the discovery of Judas's plot to betray his Master. Christ knew it from the beginning; but now first he…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
lying on Jesus" breast Our version does well in using different words from those used in Joh 13:13, but the distinction…