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John Trapp Complete Commentary

Mark 4:10

And when he was alone, they that were about him with the twelve asked of him the parable.

Ver. 10. And when he was alone] Or solitary. A well chosen season is a very great advantage.

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  • Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes

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