Cambridge Greek Testament for Schools and Colleges - John 12:8

Cambridge Greek Testament for Schools and Colleges - John 12:8 - 12:8

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Cambridge Greek Testament for Schools and Colleges - John 12:8 - 12:8

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8. τοὺς πτωχοὺς γὰρ κ.τ.λ. Comp. Deu 15:11. Every word of this verse occurs in the first two Gospels, though not quite in the same order. Here the emphasis is on ‘the poor,’ there on ‘always.’ The striking originality of the saying, and the large claim which it makes, are evidence of its origin from Him who spake as never man spake. Considering how Christ speaks of the poor elsewhere, these words may be regarded as quite beyond the reach of a writer of fiction. S. John, who gives Mary’s name, omits the promise of fame as wide as Christendom. S. Matthew and S. Mark, who give the promise, do not give her name: see on Joh 2:19, Joh 18:11.