Matthew 11:16-19
Summary for Matt 11:16-19: 11:16-19 a John’s prophetic message is represented by funeral songs—he didn’t drink wine and he often fasted (11:18 b; see 3:4 c). Jesus’ message is seen in wedding songs and in feasts and drinks (see 9:9-17 d). In both cases, this generation responds to God’s messenger with indifference and rejection.Summary for Matt 11:18-19: 11:18-19 e Here Jesus describes the specific ways in which John and Jesus offended the present generation. John, who stayed in the wilderness and ate locusts and honey (3:1 f, 4 g), was accused of being possessed by a demon; while Jesus, who ate and drank freely, was accused of being a rebellious son (see Deut 21:18-21 h).
Copyright information for
TNotes