Matthew 12:26 - Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible

Bible Comments

And if Satan cast out Satan, he is divided against himself; how shall then his kingdom stand?

And if Satan cast out Satan, he is divided against himself; how shall then his kingdom stand? The argument here is irresistible: 'No organized society can stand-whether kingdom, city, or household-when turned against itself; such intestine war is suicidal: But the works I do are destructive of Satan's kingdom: That I should be in league with Satan, therefore, is incredible and absurd.'

Matthew 12:26

26 And if Satan cast out Satan, he is divided against himself; how shall then his kingdom stand?