F. B. Hole's Old and New Testament Commentary - Mark 14:1-99
Mark 14 AS WE OPEN this chapter, we come back to historical details, and reach the closing moments of our Lord’s life. Verses Mark 14.1-14.11 provide us with a very striking introduction to the last scenes. In verses Mar_14:1 and 2, crafty hatred rises to its climax. In verses Mar_14:10 and 11, the supreme exhibition of heartless treachery is briefly recorded. The verses between tell a story of devoted love on the part of an insignificant woman its beauty enhanced by the story standing... read more
Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary on the Bible - Mark 14:1-11
1-11 Did Christ pour out his soul unto death for us, and shall we think any thing too precious for him? Do we give him the precious ointment of our best affections? Let us love him with all the heart, though it is common for zeal and affection to be misunderstood and blamed; and remember that charity to the poor will not excuse any from particular acts of piety to the Lord Jesus. Christ commended this woman's pious attention to the notice of believers in all ages. Those who honour Christ he... read more