The Pulpit Commentary on Matthew 25:31-46

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The great assize.

It has been well observed by Dr. Doddridge that our Lord here proceeds to speak of the great day of retribution, in a description which is one of the noblest instances of the true sublime anywhere to be found. Portions of the description are undoubtedly parabolic, the intention evidently being to give prominence to certain important principles; but otherwise it is a solemn anticipation of what will one day become history. We may consider—

I. THE ARRANGEMENT OF THE COURT. And conspicuous here is:

1. The appearance of the Judge.

2. The vast assembly.

3. The solemn discrimination.

II. THE AWARD OF THE RIGHTEOUS.

1. They are commended.

2. They are promoted.

III. THE DOOM OF THE WICKED.

1. They are convicted.

2. They are degraded.

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