Matthew 12:11

"And behold, there was a man with a withered hand. They asked him, “Is it lawful to heal on the Sabbath day?” so that they might accuse him."

Key Reflection

This incident highlights the Pharisees' hypocritical approach to the Sabbath, using Jesus' healing as a means to find fault and trap Him. By challenging whether healing is lawful on the Sabbath, they sought justification for their own religious strictness at the expense of mercy and compassion.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 11. No Barnes text on this verse. {u} "and if it fall" De 22:4 __________________________________________________________________

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