Deu 33:3, Luk 10:39 | Barnes

Deuteronomy 33:3

Luke 10:39

Verse 39. Sat at Jesus' feet. This was the ancient posture of disciples or learners. They sat at the feet of their teachers-- that is, beneath them, in a humble place. Hence Paul is represented as having been brought up at the feet of Gamaliel, Acts 22:3. When it is said that Mary sat at Jesus' feet, it means that she was a disciple of his; that she listened attentively to his instructions, and was anxious to learn his doctrine.

(q) "sat at Jesus' feet" Lk 8:35, Acts 22:3