Mark 10:38

"They said to him, “Grant to us that we may sit, one at your right hand and one at your left hand, in your glory.”"

Key Reflection

The disciples' request for positions of honor on Jesus’ right and left reflects their misunderstanding of his kingship, seeking earthly prominence over spiritual service. This desire highlights their failure to grasp the nature of his coming suffering and exaltation as depicted in Psalm 110:1, where sitting at the right hand signifies divine appointment rather than immediate power.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 38. No Barnes text on this verse. {y} "Ye know not what you ask" Jas 4:3 {z} "baptism" Lu 12:50 __________________________________________________________________

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