Matthew 4:11

Matthew 4:11. Leaveth him. Luke (Luke 4:13), ‘for a season.' He was tempted again and again; at last in Gethsemane and on the cross.

Angels. Spiritual beings, probably in visible form on this occasion. Alone in the contest, He had these companions after his victory.

Ministered. Most naturally means, ‘supplied him with food,' as in the case of Elijah; 1 Kings 19:5. Others think, ‘gave him spiritual companionship,' to support Him and prove that ‘man doth not live by bread alone.' The view that the angels brought Him food, accords better with the events just narrated. He who would not turn stones into bread was now fed; He who would not call upon angels to uphold Him in rash confidence, was now sustained by them; He who demanded worship for God alone, received homage from these servants of God.