But he that is greatest … your servant; δια ìκονος: minister (see Matthew 20:26, Matthew 20:27). It was there said to the apostles alone; here it is spoken more publicly to emphasize the contrast between Christian humility and Pharisaical pride and vanity.
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Matthew 23:11
Matthew 23:11
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