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Matthew 28:9

King James Version (KJV)

“In our prayers we talk to God, in our Bible study God talks to us, and we had better let God do most of the talking.”
— D.L. Moody

Scripture focus

And as they went to tell his disciples, behold, Jesus met them, saying, All hail. And they came and held him by the feet, and worshipped him.

Matthew 28:9 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Matthew 28:9

Theological / Devotional

As they went. Textual evidence favors (cf. p. 146) the omission of the clause, “as they went to tell his disciples.” The context appears, however, to confirm the fact thus stated.

Jesus met them. For the circumstances of this appearance see Additional Note at end of chapter. This appearance probably took place not far from the tomb, as it seems unlikely that Jesus would have appeared to the women inside the city.

All hail. Literally, “be glad,” or “rejoice.” This was a common form of greeting (see Matt. 26:49; 27:29; Luke 1:28; Acts 15:23; James 1:1).

Held him by the feet. Not many minutes previously Jesus had forbidden Mary Magdalene to “touch” Him (see on John 20:17). However, between these two appearances Jesus had ascended briefly to heaven (John 20:17; see Additional Note at end of chapter).

Worshipped him. Doubtless in recognition of His divinity (see on ch. 14:33).

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