two blind men. There are no "discrepancies" between this account and those of Mark 10:46 and Luke 18:35. They describe three miracles on four blind men: one on approaching Jericho; one on leaving; two after He had left. See App-152.

Sitting. Not "begging", as in Luke 18:35.

by. beside. Greek. par a. App-104. The others were at each gate.

passed by. is passing by.

mercy. pity.

Lord. App-98.

Son of David. Therefore Israelites, having. claim on Him as such. The fifth of nine occurrences of this title in Matthew. See note on Matthew 1:1, and App-98.

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