That he should lay his hands on them — This was a rite which was very early used, in praying for a blessing on young persons. See Genesis 48:14, Genesis 48:20. The disciples rebuked them — That is, them that brought them: probably thinking such an employ beneath the dignity of their Master. Mark 10:13; Luke 18:15.
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Matthew 19:13
13 Then were there brought unto him little children, that he should put his hands on them, and pray: and the disciples rebuked them.