Matthew 9:31

“But they, when they were departed, etc.] That is, out of the house where they received their cure, and out of the city; for it appears, by what follows, they went into other parts, where it is probable they might originally belong; they spread abroad his fame in all that country. This they did, not in contempt of Christ and his orders; but rather out of gratitude to their benefactor, and through an honest zeal to spread his honour and glory: though they are not to be commended for disregarding the command of Christ; for, not our affection, but Christ’s will, is to be the rule of our actions.”

“But they, when they were departed, spread abroad his fame in all that country--(See on Mat 8:4). A Dumb Demoniac Healed (Mat 9:32-34).”

“But they, when they were departed, spread abroad his fame - The report of what he had done. This was not unnatural for them. They were so filled with joy that they could not repress their feelings. In this, however, they violated the express command of the Saviour; but he was not responsible for that. return to 'Top of Page'”

“spread: Mar 1:44, Mar 1:45, Mar 7:36 Matthew 9:32”