And Jesus answered him, saying, It is written, That man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God.
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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.