Matthew 21:8

Matthew 21:8. Most of the multitude. Some (probably the mater number, as it would seem from Matthew 21:11) had come from Galilee and accompanied the Lord from Jericho, others had come out from Jerusalem (John 12:12), now crowded on account of the Passover. ‘It is probable that most of the latter were pilgrims, not inhabitants of the city, and are spoken of by John as ‘people that were come to the feast.” The priests, and scribes, and Pharisees, stood as angry or contemptuous spectators, and not only refused to join in the rejoicings and hosannas, but bade him rebuke His disciples, and command them to be silent (Luke 19:39).' Andrews.

Spread their garments. ‘Oriental mark of honor at the reception of kings, on their entrance into cities: 2 Kings 9:13.' (Lange.)

Others out branches. For the same purpose. Probably palm branches (John 12:13); significant of joy and victory.