Mat 22:14 | Clarke | e4.org | Verse 14. Many are called , &c.] This verse is wanting in one of Colbert's MSS., marked 33 in Griesbach . See the note on . Many are called by the preaching of the Gospel into the outward communion of the Church of Christ; but few, comparatively, are chosen to dwell with God In glory, because they do not come to the master of the feast for a marriage garment-for that holiness without which none can see the Lord. This is an allusion to the Roman custom of raising their militia; all were mustered, but only those were chosen to serve, who were found proper. See the note on . Reader! examine thy soul, and make sure work for eternity!

‏ Matthew 22:14

Verse 14. Many are called, &c.] This verse is wanting in one of Colbert's MSS., marked 33 in Griesbach. See the note on Mt 20:16. Many are called by the preaching of the Gospel into the outward communion of the Church of Christ; but few, comparatively, are chosen to dwell with God In glory, because they do not come to the master of the feast for a marriage garment-for that holiness without which none can see the Lord. This is an allusion to the Roman custom of raising their militia; all were mustered, but only those were chosen to serve, who were found proper. See the note on Mt 20:16. Reader! examine thy soul, and make sure work for eternity!