Matthew 25:18
But he that had received one went and digged in the earth, and hid his lord's money.
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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771
Gill's Exposition
But he that received one,.... Talent, or the least degree of gifts, for the ministry of the word:
went and digged in the earth, and hid his Lord's money. The Syriac and Arabic versions read,…
Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Barnes' Notes
Digged in the earth ... - This represents the conduct of those who neglect the abilities that God has given, and fail to do what he has required. This is done often: On the plea that they do not…
The Parable of the Talents, in this Gospel only
The parable of the Pounds, Luk 19:12-27, is similar, but there are important points of distinction; (1) in regard to the occasions on which the two…
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