Mat 16:23 | TNotes | STEP | 16:23 As when Satan tempted Jesus to assume royal privileges without first enduring the cross (see 4:8-10 ), so now Jesus perceived Peter’s suggestion as incited by satanic forces. • dangerous trap: Literally stumbling block .

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‏ Matthew 16:23

16:23 ^a As when Satan tempted Jesus to assume royal privileges without first enduring the cross (see 4:8-10 ^b), so now Jesus perceived Peter’s suggestion as incited by satanic forces.

• dangerous trap: Literally stumbling block.