King James Version
What Does Matthew 19:2 Mean?
“And great multitudes followed him; and he healed them there.”
Context
1
And it came to pass, that when Jesus had finished these sayings, he departed from Galilee, and came into the coasts of Judaea beyond Jordan;
2
And great multitudes followed him; and he healed them there.
3
The Pharisees also came unto him, tempting him, and saying unto him, Is it lawful for a man to put away his wife for every cause?
4
And he answered and said unto them, Have ye not read, that he which made them at the beginning made them male and female,
Commentary
Matthew Henry’s Concise CommentaryChapter 19
Chapter Outline
Jesus enters Judea.(1-2)
The Pharisees' question about divorces.(3-12)
Young children brought to Jesus.(13-15)
The rich young man's inquiry.(16-22)
The recompence of Christ's followers.(23-30)
**Verses 1-2**
Great multitudes followed Christ. When Christ departs, it is best for us to follow him. They found him as able and ready to help elsewhere, as he had been in Galilee; wherever the Sun of Righteousness arose, it was with healing in his wings.
Matthew Henry (1662–1714). Public Domain.
Historical Context
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Theological Significance
Matthew 19:2 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
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