Simon, Simon The repetition of the name gave combined solemnity and tenderness to the appeal (Luke 10:41).

Satan hath desired to have you Rather, Satan demanded you (plur.), or -gained you by asking." "Not content with Judas," Luke 22:3. Bengel.

that he may sift you The word siniasai, from sinion, a sieve, occurs here only. Satan, too, has his winnowing fan, that he may get his chaff. Judas has been already winnowed away from the Apostolic band, and now Satan demands Peter (comp. Job 1:9). The warning left a deep impression on Peter's mind. 1 Peter 5:8-9. For the metaphor see Amos 9:9-10.

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