Luke 17:23

"He said to the disciples, “The days will come when you will desire to see one of the days of the Son of Man, and you will not see it."

Key Reflection

Jesus suggests that the disciples would long for a sign of his return but would be denied such a direct vision. This reflects both their future longing for Christ’s visible presence and the mystery surrounding his coming, which will not conform to their expectations.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verses 23,24. And they shall say, &c. Many false Christs, according to Josephus, appeared about that time, attempting to lead away the people. See Barnes "Mt 24:23"; also Mt 24:24-27. {r} "they shall say to you" Mt 24:23; Mr 13:21. __________________________________________________________________

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