Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Luke 19:14-15
Luke 19:14-15. But his citizens hated him The natural subjects of this king’s son, (see on Luke 19:12,) “hated him without a cause, as appears from the message which they sent to this potentate, from whom he sought what in latter times has been called investiture. For in that message they alleged no crime against him. But only expressed their ill-will toward him, by declaring that they would not have him to reign over them. This is a fit representation of the causeless opposition which... read more
Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Luke 19:14
But his citizens - His “subjects,” or the people whom he was desirous of ruling.Hated him - On account of his character, and their fear of oppression. This was, in fact, the case with regard to Archelaus, the Jewish prince, who went to Rome to be confirmed in his kingdom.Sent a message, saying ... - His discontented subjects, fearing what would be the character of his reign, sent an embassy to remonstrate against his being appointed as the ruler. This actually took place. Archelaus went to Rome... read more