And they were in the way] Matthew 10:27.
Jesus went before them] Like a valiant leader.
they were amazed] At his courage in going on so stoutly to offer himself to death, John 11:8.
they were afraid] Full of thought for themselves, misdoubting their own safetie.
began to tell them] That is, did say, as Luke 7:38. Acts 1:1. for he had told them the same before.
what things should happen unto him] The disciples, that they may not be overcome, are again prepared to patience, by Christs foretelling them of his death, which was at hand, and therewithall of life, which should most certainly follow.