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Matthew 21:1-11

The Pulpit Commentary on Matthew 21:1-11

The Pulpit Commentary · Joseph S. Exell and contributors · Public domain

The triumph of Christ.

In his journey to Jerusalem Jesus rested at Bethany, where, stopping at the house of Simon the leper, Mary anointed his feet (cf. ; ). His progress on the day following is here recorded. Observe—

I. THAT JESUS ENTERED THE CAPITAL IN THE ROYALTY OF MEEKNESS.

1. He came in sacred character.

2. He came as the "Prince of Peace."

3. He came in humble state.

II. THAT JESUS ENTERED THE CAPITAL FOR THE TRIUMPH OF DESTINY.

1. He came for the fulfilment of prophecy.

2. His coming was itself a prophecy.

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