‏ Mark 3:23

 In parables ( εν παραβολαις ). In crisp pungent thrusts that exposed the inconsistencies of the scribes and Pharisees. See on Mt 13 for discussion of the word

 parable ( παραβολη, placing beside for comparison). These short parabolic quips concern Satan's casting out ( εκβαλλε, the very word used of casting out demons) Satan (rhetorical question), a kingdom divided ( μερισθη, for a mere portion) against itself, a house divided ( μερισθη ) against itself, two conditions of the third class undetermined, but with prospect of determination.

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