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Matthew
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But I say unto you, it shall be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon in the day of judgment, than for you.
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Therefore, we can conclude that miraculous works were indeed performed by the Lord in Chorazin and Bethsaida as well."},{"author-name":"Euthymios Zigabenos","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c96d263b8c22d9c467bdab_no-pic-theosis.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":11,"exegesis-text":"However, thus, to the sorrowful cry, he adds a warning, intended to invoke either a sense of shame or fear in them."},{"author-name":"Abbot Panteleimon about the Trinity","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c96d263b8c22d9c467bdab_no-pic-theosis.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"I assure you that on the Day of Judgment, the cities of Tyre and Sidon will stand as witnesses against you if you choose to reject this truth."},{"author-name":"Gladkow B.I.","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c88bf0ceef8c96e09a6521_Gladkow%20B.I..png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"Woe to you, Chorazin; woe to you, Bethsaida. The blame lies squarely with the residents of these cities, rather than the land they occupy or the buildings they contain. In Bethsaida, many rejected Jesus, yet from there emerged five Apostles: Andrew, Peter, John, James, and Philip. If the miracles that were performed among you had been displayed in Tyre and Sidon, those cities would have shown genuine repentance long ago, donning sackcloth and sitting in ashes. Tyre and Sidon were populated by Gentiles, while Chorazin and Bethsaida were Jewish communities. In comparing these Gentile towns to the Jewish ones, Jesus conveyed that the fate of the Gentiles would be more bearable on the Day of Judgment than that of the Jews, who had been offered salvation yet chose to reject it. The references to sackcloth and ashes reflect the traditional Jewish practice during times of fasting, symbolizing a deep sense of contrition and humility."},{"author-name":"Lopuchin A.P.","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c891400ee1341634d2276d_Lopuchin%20A.P..png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"By this point, it was clear that even in the towns where the Savior had primarily taught and performed miracles, the inhabitants often lacked genuine faith in the anticipated Messiah. They seemed reluctant to relinquish their misconceptions of a triumphing Messiah, displaying more concern for vengeance against their Roman oppressors and nurturing a boastful desire for a day when Rome would submit to the prophesied Savior. In response, the Savior delivered a grave admonition. “Then He began to reproach the cities where His miracles were most vividly displayed for their lack of repentance. Woe unto you, Chorazin! Woe unto you, Bethsaida! For if the miracles done in you had occurred in Tyre and Sidon, they would have repented long ago in sackcloth and ashes. But I tell you, Tyre and Sidon, those sinful heathen cities of nearby Phoenicia, will fare better on the day of judgment than you. And you, Capernaum, which are elevated to the heavens, shall be brought down to the abyss; for if the miracles performed in you had been shown in Sodom, it would have endured to this day. Yet I tell you, the land of Sodom will be more joyful on the day of judgment than you.” In these declarations, Christ was not only acting as a prophet but also as a Judge, pronouncing a judgment that was to be executed with dreadful precision, which indeed came to pass. Most of those towns now lie in ruins, with nothing remaining but memories, and their locations are either forgotten or contested."},{"author-name":"Paul Matwejewski","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c8969f5be0d592d5a10576_Paul%20Matwejewski.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"The towns of Chorazin, Bethsaida, and Capernaum, where many miraculous deeds were accomplished, serve as a profound illustration of the disbelief that Jesus lamented among His peers. With a tone of reproach, the Lord predicted a dismal outcome for these cities as just recompense for their extraordinary lack of faith: Woe unto you, Chorazin; woe unto you, Bethsaida, for had the miracles done among you occurred in Tyre and Sidon, they would have repented in sackcloth and ashes long ago. But I say unto you, Tyre and Sidon shall fare better in the day of judgment than you. And you, O Capernaum, which are lifted up to heaven, shall be brought down to the grave; for if the miracles that were performed in you had been done in Sodom, it would have remained until this very day. Yet I tell you, the land of Sodom will be in a more favorable condition on the day of judgment than you. The prophetic declarations of the Savior were fulfilled with such precision that even today, travelers debate the whereabouts of these cities, which were obliterated down to their very foundations."},{"author-name":"Bogolepow D.P.","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c96d263b8c22d9c467bdab_no-pic-theosis.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"In the Gospel of Matthew, the discourse surrounding John the Baptist (11:20-24) includes a strong condemnation of those cities that rejected the Savior's deeds, a theme which Luke addresses when he commissions 70 disciples to share the good news (10:13-15). Furthermore, Luke also presents Jesus' gratitude to God the Father for disclosing the secrets of the kingdom to the humble and childlike (25-26). When sending out the 70 disciples, which Luke recounts (10:13-15), Jesus' acknowledgment of the Father for revealing divine mysteries to those with childlike faith (25-26) is accompanied by His teaching that He is the one and only Son of God (27-30). This is related to Christ's return to God the Father (25-26) and His expressions of joy upon the return of the 70 disciples (10:21-24). The chronological order of these events as described by the Evangelists can be challenging to ascertain. Regarding the condemnation of the cities, it seems likely that Jesus delivered this at the conclusion of His public ministry, making its placement in Luke's account chronological. Similarly, Jesus’ praise was likely offered in response to the apparent strong faith demonstrated by His disciples, contributing to its organized placement in Luke’s narrative."},{"author-name":"Bogolepow D.P.","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c96d263b8c22d9c467bdab_no-pic-theosis.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"At the end of His teachings to the seventy disciples regarding their conduct in spreading the Gospel, the Lord affirmed their authority with a solemn warning: a foreboding of severe judgment against those who would disregard their message, stating, “I tell you that it will be more tolerable for Sodom in that day than for that city” (Luke 10:12). Sodom and its neighboring towns, which indulged in various vices, have already faced destruction by fire as punishment. Yet this destruction is merely a precursor to eternal torment (Jude 1:7). On that day, they will confront the final judgment of God. The severity of the divine verdict is anticipated against the wicked inhabitants of these places. However, even more intense suffering is reserved for those who reject the apostolic proclamation, for the residents of Sodom would have repented had they witnessed the numerous miracles performed during the time of Christ and His apostles (Matthew 11:23). The Lord then pronounced woes upon the cities where His powers were most prominently displayed, for their failure to repent: Chorazin, Bethsaida, and Capernaum. Of Capernaum, it is recognized as the city where the Lord resided after leaving Nazareth (Matthew 4:13) and where many of His miracles occurred. The exact location of Chorazin is uncertain, as it is referenced here alone. However, given that much of Christ's ministry took place on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee, it is reasonable to infer that Chorazin was one of the communities near Capernaum. Likewise, we may assume that the Bethsaida mentioned here refers to the one on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee, the hometown of the apostles Peter, Andrew, and Philip (John 4:44). Chorazin and Bethsaida are likened to Tyre and Sidon, not only because they were cities of the Gentiles (Phoenician, located on the eastern Mediterranean coast), but also due to their wealthy, mercantile populations being least expected to heed spiritual matters. “And thou, Capernaum, which art exalted to heaven, shalt be thrust down to hell.” Capernaum was a significant trading hub, more prominent than its neighboring towns along the Sea of Galilee. Nevertheless, the presence of Christ transformed it into a focal point for a major spiritual movement instigated by His works. Yet, in its exaltation, it would soon experience humiliation, as it was completely ravaged and destroyed during the Jewish war, mirroring the fate of surrounding towns."},{"author-name":"Alexander Gorsky","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c8884037c1e1c51e1332e2_Alexander%20Gorsky.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"The Lord, filled with deep sorrow, declared woes upon those obstinate towns: Chorazin, Bethsaida, and Capernaum, elevated by His presence and ministry among them. Despite the numerous miracles He performed and His frequent teachings, He found very few genuine and wise followers in these places. A greater judgment is destined for you than that which fell upon Tyre, Sidon, and Sodom."}]}
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