Matthew 18:10 Take heed that you despise not one of these little ones; for I say to you… I. A strict prohibition, and that ushered in with a severe charge by way of caveat (Take heed!). 1. Whom Christ means by these little ones. 2. What it is to despise them. II. A solemn reason given for the prohibition; and this reason backed with our Saviour's own authority and sacred Word. Those little ones have angels for their guardians and attendants, and those angels none of the lower form, but the most eminent favourites, who continually stand in God's presence, and do always behold His face. (Adam Littleton.) Parallel Verses KJV: Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven. |
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