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Barnes' Notes on Matthew 9:34

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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But the Pharisees said, He casteth out devils through the prince of the devils - That is, Beelzebub. See the notes at Matthew 12:24. They did not deny the reality of the miracle or the facts in the case, but they ascribed what was done to the power of the great leader of the fallen host, as if Jesus were in league with him. For the manner in which the Saviour met that reasoning, see the notes at Matthew 12:25-28. return to 'Top of Page'
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