Matthew 21:8-9 NIV

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 21:1-11

Triumphal entry into Jerusalem . ( Mark 11:1-11 ; Luke 19:29-44 ; John 12:12-19 .) read more

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 21:1-11

The entry into Jerusalem. I. THE FULFILMENT OF PROPHECY . 1 . Bethphage. The Lord had spent the sabbath in that holy home at Bethany, where he was always a welcome Guest, with that family which was now more than ever devoted to his service, and bound to him by the ties of the very deepest gratitude. On the Sunday morning (Palm Sunday) he made his solemn entry into the holy city. He set out from Bethany on foot; but he intended to enter Jerusalem as the King Messiah. He had... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 21:1-11

The triumph of Christ. In his journey to Jerusalem Jesus rested at Bethany, where, stopping at the house of Simon the leper, Mary anointed his feet (cf. Matthew 26:6 ; John 12:2 ). His progress on the day following is here recorded. Observe— I. THAT JESUS ENTERED THE CAPITAL IN THE ROYALTY OF MEEKNESS . 1 . He came in sacred character. 2 . He came as the " Prince of Peace. " 3 . He came in humble state. II. THAT JESUS ENTERED THE ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 21:1-22

Entry into Jerusalem. Our Lord had now entered on the last week of his life upon earth, but, save in his own heart, there is no premonition of his death. Having spent the sabbath in Bethany, he proceeds on Sunday morning to the city. That was the day, four days before the Passover, on which the Jews were commanded to choose the Paschal lamb. Our Lord, conscious of his calling to die for his people, puts himself into their hands. He now feels that his hour has come, and proclaims himself as... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 21:1-46

The vast multitudes who came to his baptism thereby professed faith in his teaching. Hence the general expression, "All hold John as a prophet." The defeat of Herod's army in the war with Aretas, King of Arabia, was esteemed by the Jews a judgment for the death of John (Josephus, 'Ant.,' John 18:7 ). 2 . John ' s testimony therefore should be conclusive. III. AS IT IS EVIDENT IN THE DISCOMFITURE OF HIS ENEMIES . 1 . They set up their authority against... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 21:5-8

Signs of meekness and sifters of joy. "Thy King cometh unto thee, meek;" "And a very great multitude spread their garments in the way." The word "meek" is used in Scripture for "not self-assertive," "not seeking one's own." It is not to be confounded with "humility." The apostle puts "humbleness of mind" and "meekness" alongside each other in such a way that we cannot fail to observe the distinction between them. Moses was the "meekest of men," but certainly not the most humble. It is... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 21:6-11

The triumphant ride. This was arranged by Christ, and enthusiastically promoted by his disciples. Here was a last glint of sunshine before the storm. The gladness of the scene is in strange contrast with the awful sequel. Palm Sunday ushers in Passion Week. "Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof." While the evil day has not yet come, gladness and the assurance of victory may be the best preparation for it. I. THE KING 'S TRIUMPH . Few spectators would see anything kingly in... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 21:8

A very great multitude; ὁδε Ì πλεῖστος ὀ ì χλος : Revised Version, the most part of the multitude . This interpretation has classical authority (see Alford), but the words may well mean," the very great multitude;" Vulgate, plurima autem turba . This crowd was composed of pilgrims who were coming to the festival at Jerusalem, and "the whole multitude of the disciples" ( Luke 19:37 ). Spread their garments ( ἱμα ì τια ) in the way. Fired with... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 21:9

The multitudes that went before, and that followed . These expressions point to two separate bodies, which combined in escorting Jesus at a certain portion of the route. We learn from St. John ( John 12:18 ) that much people, greatly excited by the news of the raising of Lazarus, when they heard that he was in the neighbourhood, hurried forth from Jerusalem to meet and do him honour. These, when they met the other procession with Jesus riding in the midst, turned back again and preceded... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Matthew 21:8

And a very great multitude ... - Others showed the same respect by throwing their garments before him; others by cutting down branches of trees and casting them in the way. This was the way in which conquerors and princes were often honored. To cast flowers, or garlands, or evergreens before a warrior returning from victory, or a king entering into his kingdom, was a common way of testifying joyful and triumphant feeling. Thus Josephus says that Alexander and Agrippa were received at Jerusalem.... read more

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 21:1-11

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 21:1-11

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 21:1-11

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 21:1-22

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 21:1-46

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 21:5-8

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 21:6-11

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 21:8

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 21:9

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Matthew 21:8

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