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Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And all went to be taxed,.... Throughout Judea, Galilee, and Syria; men, women, and children,
every one into his own…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city - The Roman census was an institution of Servius Tullius, sixth…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Luke 2:1-7
The fulness of time was now come, when God would send forth his Son, made of a woman, and made under the law; and it was…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
every one into his own city This method of enrolment was a concession to Jewish prejudices. The Roman method was to…