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Luke 14:35

Luke 14:35
It is neither fit for the land, nor yet for the dunghill; but men cast it out. He that hath ears to hear, let him hear.

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Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

Luke 14:34-35

See the Mat 5:13 note; Mar 9:49-50 notes. Salt is good - It is useful. It is good to preserve life and health, and to keep from putrefaction. His savour - Its saltness. It becomes tasteless or…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Luke 14:25-35

See how Christ in his doctrine suited himself to those to whom he spoke, and gave every one his portion of meat. To Pharisees he preached humility and charity. He is in these verses directing his…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

men cast it out There is nothing stronger than salt which can restore to it its lost pungency. Hence, if it have been spoilt by rain or exposure, it is only fit to be used for paths. The peril of…