The Pulpit Commentary - Mark 11:1-11
The symbolic triumph. I. THE ASSUMPTION OF AUTHORITY BY CHRIST . He issues his mandate, as having a pre-emption or right to be served before all others. The act was the more impressive because standing out in rare contrast to the ordinary tenor of Christ's conduct. II. THE MILD POMP OF HIS ENTRY . He is acknowledged with loyal shouts as King and Lord. Hosanna is "Save now!" The words of acclamation are cited from a "Hallelujah" psalm ( Psalms 118:25 , ... read more
The Pulpit Commentary - Mark 11:1-11
The triumphal entry into Jerusalem. "To Jerusalem, to Bethphage and Bethany," the order of mention being determined by reckoning from the place whither the movement was being made. They began, therefore, with Bethany. It was familiar ground, fragrant with tender associations with both the human and the Divine. I. PREPARATIONS . The triumph was foreseen by Christ, and he made arrangements for its being celebrated with becoming order and dignity. 1 . The unforeseen and... read more