But some of the Pharisees in the crowd
The Pharisees were a prominent religious group in Judaism during the time of Jesus. They were known for their strict adherence to the Law of Moses and the oral traditions. In the context of Luke 19, Jesus is entering Jerusalem, and the Pharisees are part of the crowd witnessing this event. Their presence highlights the tension between Jesus and the religious leaders, who often opposed His teachings and actions. The Pharisees' concern here reflects their discomfort with the public acclamation of Jesus as the Messiah, which they did not accept.

said to Him
The Pharisees directly address Jesus, indicating their authority and expectation that He would heed their request. This interaction shows their attempt to assert control over the situation and maintain religious order according to their understanding. It also underscores the growing conflict between Jesus and the religious authorities, which would eventually lead to His crucifixion.

“Teacher, rebuke Your disciples!”
By calling Jesus "Teacher," the Pharisees acknowledge His role as a rabbi or religious instructor, yet they do not recognize Him as the Messiah. Their demand for Jesus to rebuke His disciples reveals their disapproval of the disciples' actions, which involved praising Jesus as the King who comes in the name of the Lord. This request is rooted in their fear of Roman reprisal and their desire to prevent any messianic fervor that could disrupt the status quo. The Pharisees' reaction contrasts with the disciples' recognition of Jesus' true identity and mission, as foretold in prophecies such as Zechariah 9:9, which speaks of a king coming to Jerusalem riding on a donkey.

1. Pharisees
A religious group in Judaism known for strict adherence to the Law and traditions. They often clashed with Jesus over interpretations of the Law and His claims of authority.

2. The Crowd
The multitude of people who were present during Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem. They were praising Jesus as He entered the city.

3. Jesus
The central figure of the New Testament, recognized as the Messiah by His followers. In this passage, He is entering Jerusalem, fulfilling prophecy and being acknowledged by the crowd.

4. Disciples
Followers of Jesus who were proclaiming His kingship and praising God for the miracles they had witnessed.

5. Jerusalem
The city where this event takes place, significant as the center of Jewish worship and the location where Jesus would soon be crucified.The Challenge of Tradition
The Pharisees' request to rebuke the disciples highlights the tension between Jesus' new teachings and established religious traditions. Believers today must discern when traditions align with or hinder the message of Christ.

Recognizing Jesus' Authority
The crowd's praise contrasts with the Pharisees' skepticism. Christians are called to recognize and proclaim Jesus' authority in their lives, even when it challenges societal norms.

The Cost of Discipleship
The disciples' boldness in praising Jesus despite opposition serves as a model for believers to stand firm in their faith, even when facing criticism or persecution.

Prophetic Fulfillment
Jesus' entry into Jerusalem fulfills Old Testament prophecies, reinforcing the reliability of Scripture and God's sovereign plan. Believers can trust in God's promises and His timing.

Responding to Opposition
Jesus' response to the Pharisees (in the following verses) teaches believers how to handle opposition with wisdom and grace, focusing on God's mission rather than human approval.(39) And some of the Pharisees.--The comparative brevity of St. Luke's description is more than compensated by the interest of the two narratives that follow, and which are found in his Gospel only. The section of the Pharisees that spoke was probably that which had all along more or less acknowledged our Lord as a "Master" (i.e., Teacher or Rabbi), and were willing to give Him what they thought a fair share of respect as such. To go beyond that, to receive Him as the promised "He that cometh," as "the king of Israel, the Christ," seemed to them but the wild frenzy of the disciples, which the Master ought to check.

Verses 39, 40. - And some of the Pharisees from among the multitude said unto him, Master, rebuke thy disciples. And he answered and said unto them, I tell you that, if these should hold their peace, the stones would immediately cry out. These Pharisees were probably some of that great and influential sect who had all along listened with respect and attention to the Master, looking upon him as a most able and powerful Rabbi, but refusing to entertain any of the growing Messianic conceptions respecting his person. Godet graphically paints the scene in his suggestion that the words, "Rebuke thy disciples," were accompanied with an irritated and anxious look towards the frowning citadel of Antonia, where the Roman garrison of Jerusalem lay. It was there in full view of Jesus and the crowds. The anxious look seemed to say that the Romans were on the watch for any signs of disaffection on the part of the hated and suspected Jews. The answer of Jesus, continues the same writer, has a terrible majesty. "If I could silence all these," looking round on the impassioned faces of the multitude as they waved their palm branches in homage to their King, "the very stones on the ground would cry aloud." This striking imagery was a memory of our Lord of the prophecy of Habakkuk: "The stone shall cry out of the wall, and the beam out of the timber shall answer it" (Habakkuk 2:11).

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But
Καί (Kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

some
τινες (tines)
Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 5100: Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. An enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object.

of the
τῶν (tōn)
Article - Genitive Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

Pharisees
Φαρισαίων (Pharisaiōn)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Plural
Strong's 5330: Of Hebrew origin; a separatist, i.e. Exclusively religious; a Pharisean, i.e. Jewish sectary.

in
ἀπὸ (apo)
Preposition
Strong's 575: From, away from. A primary particle; 'off, ' i.e. Away, in various senses.

the
τοῦ (tou)
Article - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

crowd
ὄχλου (ochlou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 3793: From a derivative of echo; a throng; by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot.

said
εἶπαν (eipan)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 2036: Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.

to
πρὸς (pros)
Preposition
Strong's 4314: To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward.

Him,
αὐτόν (auton)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

“Teacher,
Διδάσκαλε (Didaskale)
Noun - Vocative Masculine Singular
Strong's 1320: A teacher, master. From didasko; an instructor.

rebuke
ἐπιτίμησον (epitimēson)
Verb - Aorist Imperative Active - 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 2008: From epi and timao; to tax upon, i.e. Censure or admonish; by implication, forbid.

Your
σου (sou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

disciples!”
μαθηταῖς (mathētais)
Noun - Dative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3101: A learner, disciple, pupil. From manthano; a learner, i.e. Pupil.


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