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- Verse 5
Matthew 22:5
But they made light of it, and went their ways, one to his farm, another to his merchandise:
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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771
Gill's Exposition
But they made light of it,.... The invitation. They neglected the ministry of the Gospel; they did not care for it, nor showed any regard to it: and this is the ease, when either it is not attended…
Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Barnes' Notes
But they made light of it - Treated it with contempt, as a thing of no consequence - an exact representation of the conduct of sinners in regard to the gospel. One to his farm - So people are engaged…
Mat 22:1-14. The Parable of the Royal Marriage Feast. Peculiar to St Matthew
The parable recorded by St Luke (Luk 14:16-24), though similar to this in some respects, differs in its context and…
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