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Matthew 20:9

Matthew 20:9
And when they came that were hired about the eleventh hour, they received every man a penny.

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Commentary

Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

But when the first came,.... Who were early hired into the vineyard; and design either the first saints that were in the world; or the Jews that first believed in Christ, either really or nominally;…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

They received every man a penny - There was no agreement how much they should receive, but merely that justice should be done, Mat 20:4-5, Mat 20:7. The householder supposed they had earned it, or…