For it is sanctified by the word of God and prayer.
Ver. 5. By the word] Of permission, Acts 10:15, and of promise, a new right purchased by Christ, &c.
And prayer] For his leave and blessing, that "staff of bread," &c. This is to eat to the Lord Romans 14:6; to imitate Christ, Matthew 26:26,30; Paul,Acts 27:35; Samuel, 1 Samuel 9:13 .