Matthew 12:1. At that time, or ‘season.' Here used indefinitely. See Luke 6:1, as to the date.

Through the grain fields. The grain was probably barley, which ripens in April in that region and is usually harvested in May.

His disciples. Not the ‘Twelve' exclusively, probably including most of them.

And began to pluck ears of grain. Permitted by the Mosaic law (Deuteronomy 23:25). The word ‘began' hints that they were interrupted by the objection of the Pharisees.

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Old Testament