Verse 54. Into his own country. That is, into Nazareth. Mark, who has also recorded this, Mr 6:1-6, says that it took place on the Sabbath. It was common for our Saviour to speak in the synagogues. Any Jew had a right to address the people, if called on by the minister; and our Saviour often availed himself of the right to instruct the people, and declare his doctrines. See Mt 4:23. {t} "And when" Mr 6:1; Lu 4:16 |