Mat 22:39 | Barnes | STEP | Verse 39. The second is like unto it . . Resembles it in importance, dignity, purity, and usefulness. This had not been asked by the lawyer, but Jesus took occasion to acquaint him with the substance of the whole law. For its meaning, . Comp. . Mark adds, There is no greater commandment than these. None respecting circumcision or sacrifice is greater. They are the fountain of all. (l) "like unto it"

Matthew 22:39

Verse 39. The second is like unto it. Lev 19:18. Resembles it in importance, dignity, purity, and usefulness. This had not been asked by the lawyer, but Jesus took occasion to acquaint him with the substance of the whole law. For its meaning, Mt 19:19. Comp. Rom 13:9. Mark adds, There is no greater commandment than these. None respecting circumcision or sacrifice is greater. They are the fountain of all.

(l) "like unto it" Lev 19:18