Mark 2:18
“And the disciples of John and of the Pharisees used to fast: and they come and say unto him, Why do the disciples of John and of the Pharisees fast, but thy disciples fast not?”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And Jesus said unto them,.... Both to John's disciples and the Pharisees,
can the children of the bride chamber fast,…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
And the disciples of John and of the Pharisees used to fast - Were accustomed often to fast. Compare Luk 5:33; Luk…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Why do the disciples of John and of the Pharisees fast - See this largely explained on Mat 9:14 (note), etc. The…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Mark 2:18-28
Christ had been put to justify himself in conversing with publicans and sinners: here he is put to justify his…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
the disciples of John The contrast between their Master in prison and Jesus at the feast could not fail to be felt.…
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