Indeed, it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God.”
In these verses we have, I. Christ's discourse with a ruler, that had a good mind to be directed by him in the way to heaven. In which we may observe, 1. It is a blessed sight to see persons of distinction in the world distinguish themselves from others of their rank by their concern about their souls and another life.
Commenting on Luke 18:18-30
For it is easier for a camel,.... These words were spoken to the disciples again, and were a second address to them, after they had shown astonishment at the former; See Gill on Mat 19:24 and See Gill on Mar 10:24. . Luke 18:26 luk 18:26 luk 18:26 luk 18:26And they that heard it, said, who then can be saved?
easier for a camel, &c.--a proverbial expression denoting literally a thing impossible, but figuratively, very difficult.