- Bible
- Matthew
- Chapter 24
- Verse 43
Matthew 24:43
“But know this, that if the goodman of the house had known in what watch the thief would come, he would have watched, and would not have suffered his house to be broken up.”
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Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Therefore be ye also ready,.... Or prepared for the coming of the son of man; which as it is said to be like a thief in…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
But know this ... - If a man knew the hour, or “about the hour,” when a robber would come, he would be ready for him. So…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
The Lord cometh as a Thief in the Night
Luk 12:39-40
43. know this The same word as in Mat 24:24, see note. The word is…
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