Lux Domini

Matthew  21:1

And when they drew nigh unto Jerusalem, and were come to Bethphage, unto the mount of Olives, then sent Jesus two disciples,

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Interpretation

This coming of Christ was described by the prophet Zechariah, Zec 9:9. When Christ would appear in his glory, it is in his meekness, not in his majesty, in mercy to work salvation.

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This thought runs through Matthew 21:1-3.

Matthew 21:1 Matthew 21:2 Matthew 21:3

Glossary

Bethphage Place
Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Et Tur.
Jerusalem Place
Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Jerusalem.
Mount of Olives Place
Biblical hill. Modern identification: Mount of Olives.