Matthew 9:31

31 But they, when they were departed , spread abroad his fame in all that country.

Matthew 9:31 Meaning and Commentary

Matthew 9:31

But they, when they were departed
That is, out of the house where they received their cure, and out of the city; for it appears, by what follows, they went into other parts, where it is probable they might originally belong; they

spread abroad his fame in all that country.
This they did, not in contempt of Christ and his orders; but rather out of gratitude to their benefactor, and through an honest zeal to spread his honour and glory: though they are not to be commended for disregarding the command of Christ; for, not our affection, but Christ's will, is to be the rule of our actions.

Matthew 9:31 In-Context

29 Then touched he their eyes, saying , According to your faith be it unto you.

30 And their eyes were opened ; and Jesus straitly charged them, saying , See that no man know it.

31 But they, when they were departed , spread abroad his fame in all that country.

32 As they went out , behold , they brought to him a dumb man possessed with a devil .

33 And when the devil was cast out , the dumb spake : and the multitudes marvelled , saying , It was never so seen in Israel.