And Jesus being full of the Holy Ghost returned from Jordan, and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness,
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Interpretation
Christ's being led into the wilderness gave an advantage to the tempter; for there he was alone, none were with him by whose prayers and advice he might be helped in the hour of temptation. He who knew his own strength might give Satan advantage; but we may not, who know our own weakness.
Glossary
- Jordan Place
- Biblical river. Modern identification: Jordan River.