lest we should offend, &c. But, not (Greek. me.App-105.) to give them an occasion of offence (either by neglecting their duty or by traducing the Lord). See Mat_18:6.
an hook. A weighted line with several hooks, rapidly drawn through the water, is employed to-day at Tiberias. Greek. agkistron. Occurs only here.
a piece of money. Greek. stater: i.e. a shekel. Occurs only here.