Mat 11:12-24 | Scofield | STEP | suffereth violence It has been much disputed whether the "violence" here is external, as against the kingdom in the persons of John the Baptist and Jesus; or that, considering the opposition of the scribes and Pharisees, only the violently resolute would press into it. Both things are true. The King and His herald suffered violence, and this is the primary and greater meaning, but also, some were resolutely becoming disciples. CF .

Matthew 11:12-24

suffereth violence

It has been much disputed whether the "violence" here is external, as against the kingdom in the persons of John the Baptist and Jesus; or that, considering the opposition of the scribes and Pharisees, only the violently resolute would press into it. Both things are true. The King and His herald suffered violence, and this is the primary and greater meaning, but also, some were resolutely becoming disciples. CF Luke 16:16. this is Elias

(See Scofield "Matthew 17:10"). Also, Matthew 17:12; Malachi 4:5 devil demon.

(See Scofield "Matthew 7:22"). Son of man(See Scofield "Matthew 8:20").

sinners Sin. (See Scofield "Romans 3:23"). Then

The kingdom of heaven announced as "at hand" by John the Baptist, by the King Himself, and by the twelve, and attested by mighty works, has been morally rejected. The places chosen for the testing of the nation, Chorazin, Bethsaida, etc. having rejected both John and Jesus, the rejected King now speaks of judgment. The final official rejection is later. Matthew 27:31-37.

For Another Point of View: See Topic 301190

For Additional Factors See Topic 301199

hell

(See Scofield "Luke 16:23").