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Robertson's Word Pictures (NT)

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Matthew 5:16

Even so (outwv). The adverb points backward to the lamp-stand. Thus men are to let their light shine, not to glorify themselves, but "your Father in heaven." Light shines to see others by, not to call attention to itself.

Other commentary entries containing this verse:

Matthew 13:3
Luke 8:16
Luke 10:23
1 Timothy 5:25
1 Peter 2:12
Revelation 1:20

 

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