Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Romans 14:5-6
Romans 14:5-6. And with respect to days, one man esteemeth one day above another Thinks that the new moons and Jewish festivals are holier than other days, and ought still to be observed. Another esteemeth every day alike Holds that the difference of days appointed by Moses has now ceased. The Jewish holydays only being the subject of controversy, what the apostle hath here written concerning them cannot be extended to the sabbath, instituted at the creation, nor to the Christian sabbath,... read more
Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Romans 14:2-4
Romans 14:2-4. For one believeth that he may eat all things A converted Gentile, who rightly understands his Christian liberty, is firmly persuaded that he may eat any kind of food indifferently, though forbidden by the ceremonial law, (blood excepted, of which see on Acts 15:20,) without sin. Another, who is weak A believing Jew, not thoroughly informed of his Christian liberty; eateth herbs Namely, for fear lest he should offend by eating any meat forbidden by the law, or which was... read more