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Donkey in the Bible: Matthew 21:1-11


When Jesus made his triumphal appearance in Jerusalem, he rode in not on a majestic horse, but on a humble donkey. It was a telling symbol for a Savior who came not with political power or military might, but with humility and a spirit of self-sacrifice.
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Matthew 21:1-11 (KJV)

 And when they drew nigh unto Jerusalem, and were come to Bethphage, unto the mount of Olives, then sent Jesus two disciples,

 Saying unto them, Go into the village over against you, and straightway ye shall find an ass tied, and a colt with her: loose them, and bring them unto me.

 And if any man say ought…

One Comment

  1. jackhd says:
    October 15, 2009 at 3:28 am

    Spurgeon – the lamb dies but the donkey lives (because of the Lamb) it appears the honour of carring Jesus into Jerusalem shows the honour we have of sharing with the world His Life as the “as” who can be seen as “a living sacrifice”

    John Dixon johnhdhd@yahoo.com

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