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Explanation for:
Matthew
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And he that had received the five talents coming, brought other five talents, saying: Lord, thou didst deliver to me five talents, behold I have gained other five over and above.
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One proclaims, \\"Lord, five talents hast thou given me\\" (v. 20), while another states, \\"two.\\" Their words demonstrate that their master has enabled them to prosper, prompting them to express gratitude and credit him with all good things."},{"author-name":"Anastasios the Sinaite","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c888f268caf48c19182221_Anastasios%20the%20Sinaite.png","category":"Holy Fathers and Teachers","century":7,"exegesis-text":"What is the talent that the Lord refers to, which will ultimately be removed from the unfaithful servant and entrusted to the individual who has effectively managed the five talents (Matthew 25:14-30)? Some assert that this talent represents the Holy Spirit, bestowed in the Sacrament of Baptism. However, one might argue that the servant who received the five talents also possessed the Holy Spirit and thus did not require a second bestowal of it. This parable teaches us that God frequently bestows gifts, such as healing and the ability to teach from His sacred Scriptures, upon those who may not be deserving, including outsiders, with the intention that their shame may lead them to righteousness. However, some individuals, through their deceit and lack of understanding of God’s provision, believe themselves to be righteous and attribute their gifts to their own virtue. Proudly misled, they face judgment in the eternal realm, stripped of such blessings."},{"author-name":"Nicephoros (Theotokis)","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c8958407451968d9c204fb_Nicephoros%20(Theotokis).png","category":"Christian Authors","century":18,"exegesis-text":"Observe the profound gratitude of benevolent and kind-hearted individuals! They acknowledge that their goodness stems from God. One person says, “Lord, you have entrusted me with five talents.” Another proclaims, “Lord, you have given me two talents.” Listen to the Lord’s commendation: “Well done, good and faithful servant!” The good person is one who acts charitably toward their neighbor, and the faithful one uses the gifts bestowed upon them in harmony with the wishes of the Lord who entrusted them. “O little one,” He declares, “you have been faithful over a few things; I will make you ruler over many.” Indeed, small offerings are temporary in nature when compared to the glory of heaven and the eternal Kingdom that awaits those who have multiplied their gifts, as they are welcomed with the words, “Enter into the joy of your Lord.” This reflects the reward for the labors of the saints, who, filled with joy, have shared the grace entrusted to them, benefiting others through eternal happiness, unending glory, and the everlasting Kingdom of God. This is described as the joy of the Lord because it bestows infinite joy and eternal delight."},{"author-name":"Michail (Lusin)","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c89550c567e172d15b3055_Michail%20(Lusin).png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"The additional five talents also correspond to the other two talents. In the parable, the increase is matched to the original amount for the sake of simplicity and numerical balance. However, in reality, this is not always the case; it is possible to gain more or less, provided something is gained, and rewards will certainly follow what has been gained. The most detrimental action is to not gain at all, to hide one's talent, and to fail to utilize it for one’s own benefit and that of others."},{"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":"Finally, the Master of the servants arrived and sought an account from them. The diligent and trustworthy servants approached their Master with joy. The one who had received five talents presented the additional five talents he had earned through his hard work and dedication, saying, \\"Master, you entrusted me with five talents; look, I have gained five more.\\""},{"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":"A righteous God does not impose burdens beyond what man can bear; He has equipped humanity with diverse abilities and resources to carry out His divine purpose, and He will not require much from those to whom He has imparted little. However, as we seek God's mercy, we must not use our lack of wealth or particular talents as an excuse for our inaction. If you have received little, your responsibility will be less, but you will still be accountable if you stand before the Judgment without any good actions, no matter how small. The poor widow, who contributed just two small coins, did not excuse her financial situation; instead, she offered all that she possessed. According to Jesus, she gave more than all the wealthy individuals did, as her small contributions might have seemed insignificant, yet they were enough to secure her a place in the Kingdom of Heaven.\\n\\nThe parable of the talents illustrates these principles. In biblical times, a talent represented a significant unit of currency. In this story, the talent symbolizes the spiritual and material blessings that God bestows upon humanity, which individuals are expected to use not solely for themselves but also for the benefit of others. A wealthy man, preparing for a journey, entrusted the management of his assets to his servants. Knowing the capabilities of each, he granted one five talents, another two, and a third one talent, and then he departed. The servants who received five and two talents invested their master's resources wisely and doubled their wealth by the time he returned. Conversely, the servant who received one talent felt that it was insufficient compared to the others and thought it unworthy to exert effort in increasing such a meager sum. Fearing his master’s strictness, he chose not to risk anything and buried the talent in the ground. \\n\\nAfter a considerable time, the master returned to settle accounts with his servants. The one who had received five talents came forward, saying, \\"You entrusted me with five talents; I have made five more.\\" The master commended him as a good and faithful servant, rewarded him handsomely, and invited him to share in his joy. Similarly, the servant who had received two talents presented four talents to his master and received the same praise and reward as the first."},{"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":"The eagerness of these two servants to report back to their lord stemmed from the joy they experienced in joyfully serving and successfully increasing their talents. For the devoted followers of Christ, death holds no terror. They embrace it as the conclusion of their earthly endeavors, eagerly anticipating the arrival of their master who will reward their faithfulness, and the joyous moment when, after rendering an account of their actions, they will receive their rightful compensation. With commendable pride, they present to their master the results of their labor: acts of faith, devotion, and righteousness. Yet, in complete humility, they recognize that all these accomplishments fundamentally arise from the master’s grace and ultimately belong to him, for any increase in their efforts was entrusted to them by him. They claim nothing as their own and, remaining loyal servants until the very end, they return everything into their master's care, considering the joy of receiving his commendation for their work as their greatest reward. The master, fully acknowledging their efforts, spoke to each of them with solemn approval, saying, well done, good and faithful servant!"},{"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 this parable, the individual journeying to a distant land symbolizes the Lord Jesus Christ, who, after completing His redemptive mission on earth, ascended to the Father in heaven. The servants, each entrusted with their own measure of talents from their master, signify the believers in Christ. Each follower receives diverse gifts and blessings, both spiritual and material, from the Lord, suited to their unique capabilities. These gifts—ranging from wealth to knowledge, and particularly the gracious endowments of the Holy Spirit—are allocated according to each person's strength and natural talents, enabling them to effectively serve both themselves and their neighbors, ultimately glorifying God.\\n\\nEach servant of the Lord will receive commendation for their faithfulness, not based on the quantity of gifts bestowed, but rather on their faithfulness, dedication, and hard work—reflecting how much good they have accomplished with the talents granted by God. Thus, even if a person possesses only a small gift, they cannot offer excuses before God if they have failed to utilize it for their own benefit, their neighbors, and for God's honor. The judgment of Christ will address not only the improper use of divine gifts but also the squandering of them through a careless existence, as well as the willful neglect and slothfulness that often seeks to excuse itself."},{"author-name":"Alexander Gorsky","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c8884037c1e1c51e1332e2_Alexander%20Gorsky.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"Even a modest offering should not be overlooked, as it may be held accountable not just for the loss itself but also for failing to utilize it in service, for not multiplying even a single talent. This concept is further elaborated in the parable of the minas (see Lk. 19)."}]}
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