Luke 19:41

"He answered them, “I tell you that if these were silent, the stones would cry out.”"

Key Reflection

This statement underscores Jesus' belief in the inherent ability of creation to bear witness to God's presence and truth when human voices fall silent. By suggesting that even lifeless stones could speak, Jesus emphasizes the profound impact His words and actions have on the world, highlighting the potential for all things to glorify Him.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verses 41-44. He wept over it. Showing his compassion for the guilty city, and his strong sense of the evils that were about to come upon it. See Barnes "Mt 23:37, also Mt 23:38-39. As he entered the city he passed over the Mount of Olives. From that mountain there was a full and magnificent view of the city. See Barnes "Mt 21:1".

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