Matthew 18:17 Commentary - Abbott's Illustrated New Testament

Verse 17

To hear them. This shows that one object of calling upon others, is to obtain their mediation and influence to heal the difficulty.

Matthew 18:18,19. This language is understood in various ways, and with various limitations and restrictions by different commentators. There is great difficulty in ascertaining with certainty the meaning intended to be conveyed. The Roman Catholics found upon it a strong argument in favor of the high ecclesiastical authority with which they suppose the church to be clothed.--Any thing; of course any thing suitable or proper to be bestowed.