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# The tempter
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These words refer to the same being as "the devil" (verse 1).
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# If you are the Son of God, command
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It is best to assume that Satan knew that Jesus is the Son of God. Possible meanings are 1) this is a temptation to do miracles for Jesus's own benefit. Alternate translation: "You are the Son of God, so you can command" or 2) this is a challenge. Alternate translation: "Prove that you are the Son of God by commanding"
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# the Son of God
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This is an important title for Jesus that describes his relationship to God.
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# command these stones to become bread.
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"say to these stones, 'Become bread.'"
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# bread
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"food"
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