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Barnes' Notes on Luke 23:47

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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See the notes at Matthew 27:52-55. Luke 23:48 The things which were done - The earthquake, the darkness, and the sufferings of Jesus. Smote their breasts - In token of alarm, fear, and anguish. They saw the judgments of God; they saw the guilt of the rulers; and they feared the farther displeasure of the Almighty. return to 'Top of Page'
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