When his disciples saw it-To what purpose is this waste? in John 12:4, Judas Iscariot is named as the author of this remark, which seems to have been seconded by some of Jesus' disciples. Compare Mark 14:4. The part taken by Judas in this transaction may have been the reason why it is related here in immediate connection with his treachery. That which is employed in expressions of love to Christ by his sincere and devoted followers, is often thought by others to be wasted and lost. But in the view of Christ it is well used, and he will see that it receives a gracious and an honorable reward.

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