John Bengel Commentary - Matthew 25:1 - 25:1

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John Bengel Commentary - Matthew 25:1 - 25:1


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Mat 25:1. [Τότε, then) sc. when the last day is close at hand.-B. G. V.]-δέκα, ten) There is a mystery in this number, employed also in Luk 19:13, and in its division here into two equal parts.[1077] The bride in ancient times had always ten virgins, at least, as bridesmaids.[1078] We do not possess many remains by which to illustrate this parable from Jewish antiquities. It is better to compare it with Psalms 45 and the Book of Canticles.-λαμπάδσς, lamps) i.e. burning.-ἐξῆλθον, went forth) i.e. engaged to go forth; see Mat 25:6.-τοῦ Νυμφίου, the Bridegroom) See Luk 12:36.

[1077] Either because the number on both sides will be equal, or because the inequality will not be evident.-V. g.

[1078] In general, at least among the Jews, ten constitute a society or company.-V. g.