As the clause is superfluous, this agreement, instead of furnishing proof of divine inspiration, tends to prove what has already been affirmed, that these books are not original, but copied, for the most part, from older documents.
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What effect had the teachings of Jesus upon the people?
Matthew: “They were astonished at his doctrine” ([xxii, 33]).
Mark: “They were astonished at his doctrine” ([i, 22]).
Luke: “They were astonished at his doctrine” ([iv, 32]).
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What did he say to the people in regard to letting their light shine?