Matthew 5:35
“Nor by the earth; for it is his footstool : neither by Jerusalem; for it is the city of the great King.”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Nor by the earth, for it is his footstool,.... That the Jews were wont to swear by the earth, is clear from the above…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870Matthew 5:34-35
But I say unto you, Swear not at all - That is, in the manner which he proceeds to specify. Swear not in any of the…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Matthew 5:33-37
We have here an exposition of the third commandment, which we are the more concerned right to understand, because it is…
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