11-27. The Parable of the Pounds.

11. because he was nigh to Jerusalem Probably therefore the parable was spoken on the journey.

should immediately appear Literally, "be manifested to view."The disciples had the same excited anticipation after the Resurrection, Acts 1:6-7. Our Lord was always careful to lead them away from false material hopes. The lessons of the parable are patient waiting and active work.

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