Luke 7:28-35 Jesus was in Nain after dead man was raised; John was still alive. Pharisees did not respond right to John or Jesus
Luke 7:36-37 She was apparently a known sinner and had access to the Pharisee’s house. Maybe she worked for him. She came with planned intention with the alabaster box.
38 Weeping — washing — wiping — kissing — anointing
Acts 4:35 To lie at someone’s feet can mean to give over to the care and charge of another.
Romans 16:20; 1 Corinthians 15:25 Subdue under, defeated
Esther 8:3; 1 Samuel 25:24, 41 To fall at one’s feet for supplication, reverence, homage, honor, respect
Genesis 18:4; 19:2 Washing the feet showed respect, kindness, loving hospitality, humility.
Luke 7:39 The Pharisee was the complete antithesis of the woman. In the world’s eyes, she was marginalized, insignificant, even disdained, while he was exalted and respected.
Luke 7:40-ff
John 12:1-8 Six days before the Passover in Bethany with Mary
Genesis 3:15 Jesus knew what was before him, and Mary ministered to him.
Matthew 26:2 Two days before the Passover, he was anointed as the King and Priest.
Exodus 29:1-9 The high priest was anointed with oil.
1 Samuel 16:3-13 The king was anointed with oil.
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