Matthew 9:31

31 But they, when they had departed, spread abroad his fame in all that country.

Matthew 9:31 Meaning and Commentary

Matthew 9:31

But they, when they were departed
That is, out of the house where they received their cure, and out of the city; for it appears, by what follows, they went into other parts, where it is probable they might originally belong; they

spread abroad his fame in all that country.
This they did, not in contempt of Christ and his orders; but rather out of gratitude to their benefactor, and through an honest zeal to spread his honour and glory: though they are not to be commended for disregarding the command of Christ; for, not our affection, but Christ's will, is to be the rule of our actions.

Matthew 9:31 In-Context

29 Then he touched their eyes, saying, According to your faith, be it to you.
30 And their eyes were opened; and Jesus strictly charged them, saying, See [that] no man know [it].
31 But they, when they had departed, spread abroad his fame in all that country.
32 As thy went out, behold, they brought to him a dumb man possessed with a demon.
33 And when the demon was cast out, the dumb spoke: and the multitudes marveled, saying, It was never so seen in Israel.
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