Luke 18:36

"As he came near Jericho, a certain blind man sat by the road, begging."

Key Reflection

This scene in Luke 18:36 portrays the blind man as a symbol of those spiritually unaware, sitting by the wayside (much like physical blindness keeps one from seeing the road). His cry for mercy mirrors the broader theme of seeking spiritual insight and redemption that Jesus embodies on his journey toward Jerusalem.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 36. No Barnes text on this verse. __________________________________________________________________

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