The Pulpit Commentary - Mark 10:24
And the disciples were astonished ( ἐθαμβοῦντο )—literally, were amazed at his words . The Greek word here implies wilderment. It is used again below at Mark 10:32 . We find it also at Mark 1:27 . This doctrine of our Lord was so new and strange to them. They had been accustomed to think little of the danger, and much of the advances of wealth. But Jesus answereth again, and saith unto them , Children how hard is it for them that trust in riches enter into the kingdom of... read more
The Pulpit Commentary - Mark 10:23-31
The entry of the rich into the kingdom of heaven. So impressive a scene as that which had just been witnessed needed some explanation, and was well suited to be the basis of important teaching. With much meaning, therefore, "Jesus looked round about," and, arresting the attention of his disciples, taught them further concerning the entry of the rich into the kingdom of God. I. IT IS DIFFICULT . It is difficult for the rich to enter the kingdom! But that difficulty lies, not as... read more