Matthew8
English Standard Version
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Study Guide
Public-domain commentary and original-language notes for Matthew 8.
Chapter Summary
In this chapter: Multitudes follow Christ. (1). He heals a leper. (2–4). A centurion's servant healed. (5–13). Cure of Peter's wife's mother. (14–17). The scribe's zealous proposal. (18–22). Christ in a storm. (23–27). He heals two possessed with devils. (28–34).
v1
This verse refers to the close of the foregoing sermon. Those to whom Christ has made himself known, desire to know more of him.
vv2-4
In these verses we have an account of Christ's cleansing a leper, who came and worshipped him, as one clothed with Divine power. This cleansing directs us, not only to apply to Christ, who has power over bodily diseases, for the cure of them, but it also teaches us in what manner to apply to him. When we cannot be sure of God's will, we may be sure of his wisdom and mercy. No guilt is so great, but there is that in Christ's blood which atones for it; no corruption so strong, but there is that in his grace which can subdue it. To be made clean we must commend ourselves to his pity; we cannot demand it as a debt, but we must humbly request it as a favour. Those who by faith apply to Christ for mercy and grace, may be sure that he is freely willing to give them the mercy and grace they thus seek. And those afflictions are blessed that bring us to know Christ, and cause us to seek help and salvation from him. Let those who are cleansed from their spiritual leprosy, go to Christ's ministers and open their case, that they may advise, comfort, and pray for them.
vv5-13
This centurion was a heathen, a Roman soldier. Though he was a soldier, yet he was a godly man. No man's calling or place will be an excuse for unbelief and sin. See how he states his servant's case. We should concern ourselves for the souls of our children and servants, who are spiritually sick, who feel not spiritual evils, who know not that which is spiritually good; and we should bring them to Christ by faith and prayers. Observe his self-abasement. Humble souls are made more humble by Christ's gracious dealings with them. Observe his great faith. The more diffident we are of ourselves, the stronger will be our confidence in Christ. Herein the centurion owns him to have Divine power, and a full command of all the creatures and powers of nature, as a master over his servants. Such servants we all should be to God; we must go and come, according to the directions of his word and the disposals of his providence. But when the Son of man comes he finds little faith, therefore he finds little fruit. An outward profession may cause us to be called children of the kingdom; but if we rest in that, and have nothing else to show, we shall be cast out. The servant got a cure of his disease, and the master got the approval of his faith. What was said to him, is said to all, Believe, and ye shall receive; only believe. See the power of Christ, and the power of faith. The healing of our souls is at once the effect and evidence of our interest in the blood of Christ.
Key Words
δέ (dé): but, and, etc.
αὐτός (autós): the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ)) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
καταβαίνω (katabaínō): to descend (literally or figuratively)
ἀπό (apó): "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
ὄρος (óros): perhaps akin to G142 (αἴρω); compare G3733 (ὄρνις)); a mountain (as lifting itself above the plain)
πολύς (polýs): (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
ὄχλος (óchlos): a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot
ἀκολουθέω (akolouthéō): properly, to be in the same way with, i.e. to accompany (specially, as a disciple)
καί (kaí): and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ἰδού (idoú): used as imperative lo!;
Cross References
Matthew 8Directly quoted in verse 17 to show Christ fulfilling the prophetic portrait of the suffering Servant.
Supported by Matthew Henry, JFB
The Mosaic law governing the ceremonial ritual for the cleansing of a healed leper.
Supported by Matthew Henry, Matthew Poole, JFB
The parallel account of the Roman centurion's remarkable faith and his servant's healing.
Supported by Matthew Henry, JFB
Parallel apostolic application of Isaiah 53 regarding Christ bearing our infirmities and sins.
Supported by Matthew Henry
The parallel Synoptic account of the cleansing of the outcast leper.
Supported by Matthew Poole, JFB
Christ's authoritative "I will" echoes the sovereign creative fiat in Genesis.
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The parallel account of the scribe's impulsive offer to follow Jesus.
Supported by Matthew Henry
Old Testament description of those in ships caught in a tempest, crying to the Lord.
Supported by Matthew Henry
The fuller parallel account of the healing of the Gadarene demoniacs.
Supported by Matthew Henry
The miraculous healing of Naaman's leprosy serves as an OT type of cleansing.
Supported by Matthew Poole, JFB
Prophesies Gentiles from east and west worshiping God, matching Jesus' declaration.
Supported by Matthew Henry
Confirms Peter was married, consistent with Christ healing his mother-in-law.
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Synoptic parallel concerning the disciple who wished to first bury his father.
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Contrasts Jonah sleeping in a storm in flight from God with Christ sleeping in sovereign peace.
Supported by Matthew Henry
Illustrates that demons believe and tremble, recognizing Christ's authority and future judgment.
Supported by Matthew Henry