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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771
Gill's Exposition
And he laid his hands on them,.... "And blessed them", as Mark says; he put his hands upon them, according to the custom of the country, and wished all kind of prosperity to them:
and departed…
Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Barnes' Notes
He laid his hands on them - Mark says he blessed them. That is, he pronounced or sought a blessing on them.
Academic commentary, 1882–1921
Cambridge Bible
laid his hands on them No unmeaning act, therefore infants are capable of receiving a blessing, though not consciousof an obligation.
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