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Such things as ye have (τὰ ἐνόντα)
Only here in New Testament. Commentators differ as to the meaning, but generally reject that of the A. V. Rev., those things which are within. The meaning is, give alms of the contents of the cups and platters. Jesus is insisting upon inward righteousness as against pharisaic externalism, and says: “Your virtue consists in washing the outside, and making a respectable appearance. Cultivate rather the loving, brotherly spirit of inward righteousness, which will prompt you to give of the food which the vessels contain (that which is within) to your suffering brother.” “Do you think it is enough to wash your hands before eating? There is a surer means. Let some poor man partake of your meats and wines” (Godet). So Bengel, Meyer, Alford. Compare Mat 9:13; Hos 6:6. Wyc., That thing that is over (i.e., remaining in the dishes) give ye alms.