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Matthew 18:10

Matthew 18:10
Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

For the Son of man is come to seek that which was lost. This is another, and stronger reason, why these little ones should not be despised; because Christ, who is here meant by the Son of man, came…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones. ... - That is, one who has become like a little child, or a Christian. For I say unto you ... - Jesus then proceeds to state the reason why we…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Matthew 18:1-35

As there never was a greater pattern of humility, so there never was a greater preacher of it, than Christ; he took all occasions to command it, to commend it, to his disciples and followers.

I. The…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

Matthew 18:10-14

Christ's care for His Little Ones illustrated by a Parable. Luk 15:3-7

After a brief digression (Mat 18:7-9), Christ's love for His young disciples again breaks out in words. Let no one despise them.…