And, &c. The lesson of the parable. From these final words of the Lord (Luke 16:31, B) Lightfoot says "it is easy to judge what was the design and intention of this parable" (vol. xii, p. 168). The Lord's words were proved to be true, by the results of the resurrection of another Lazarus (John 12:9), and of Himself (Matthew 28:11-13).
be persuaded. Much less "repent", as in Luke 16:30.
though. not even if.
from. from among. Note the Lord's true word, in contrast with the rich man's in Luke 16:30.