And when the time of the fruit drew near, he sent his servants to the husbandmen, that they might receive the fruits of it.
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Interpretation
This parable plainly sets forth the sin and ruin of the Jewish nation; and what is spoken to convict them, is spoken to caution all that enjoy the privileges of the outward church. As men treat God's people, they would treat Christ himself, if he were with them.