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Frederic Louis Godet's commentary is frequently referenced to this day as a reliable source for the study of Luke's Gospel. It is one of the most significant studies of Luke from the 19th century and is respected for its exegetical style and ability to address the authenticity and origins of Luke's Gospel with precision.

then, a divine suitability in the choice both of the actors and theatre of the scene which is about to take place. The days of Herod (ver. 5) designate the time of this prince’s reign. This fact agrees with Matt. 2:1 et seq., where the birth of Jesus is also placed in the reign of Herod. It may be inferred from Matt. 2:19 that this birth happened quite at the end of this reign. According to Josephus, the death of Herod must have taken place in the spring of the year 750 U.C. Jesus, therefore, must
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