See in Reader
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17 lines
773 B
Markdown
# See, I send
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The word "See" here adds emphasis to what follows. Alternate translation: "Look, I send" or "Listen, I send" or "Pay attention to what I am about to tell you. I send"
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# I send you out
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Jesus is sending them out for a particular purpose.
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# as sheep in the midst of wolves
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Sheep are defenseless animals that wolves often attack. Jesus is stating that people may harm the disciples. Alternate translation: "as sheep among people who are like dangerous wolves" or "as sheep among people who act the way dangerous animals act"
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# be as wise as serpents and innocent as doves
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Jesus is telling the disciples they must be cautious and harmless among the people. Alternate translation: "act with understanding and caution, as well as with innocence and virtue"
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