Fruits [κ α ρ π ο υ ς]. Matthew has the singular number, karpon, friut. Repentance [τ η ς μ ε τ α ν ο ι α ς]. Note the article : the repentance which you profess in coming to my baptism. Rev., in margin, "your repentance." See on Matthew 3:2.

Begin. With the first accusing of your conscience. "He anticipates even attempt at excuse" (Bengel). Matthew has think not, indicating a delusive fancy.

Father. The word stands first in the sentence, "We have Abraham to our father," and is therefore emphatic, and with reason; for it was on their descent that the answer of these Jews to John's rebuke turned : " Our father is Abraham.

These stones. See on Matthew 3:9.

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