The Pulpit Commentary - Mark 10:13-16
Little children. Parental anxiety led thoughtful women to bring "unto him little children, that he should touch them," according to a custom which has its approval in the hearts of all races and all times, of presenting young children to persons of sanctity and age that they may invoke a blessing upon their young life. Such are brought to Jesus, "that he should lay his hands on them and pray." Touched, perchance, by a remembrance of the humiliating lessons which the presence of a child... read more
The Pulpit Commentary - Mark 10:13-16
Jesus blessing the little children: a children's sermon. One of the scenes in the life of the Savior which illustrate most strongly and beautifully the genius of the gospel. The imagination loves to dwell upon it, and the heart is its best interpreter. There is, so to speak, a climax in the action. I. LITTLE CHILDREN ARE ATTRACTED TO JESUS . There must have been something in the aspect, etc.. He of the Savior which drew the little ones and their mothers to his side.... read more