4 And there were some that had indignation within themselves, and said, Why was this waste of the ointment made?
4 Some of those present were saying indignantly to one another, "Why this waste of perfume?
4 There were some who said to themselves indignantly, "Why was the ointment wasted like that?
4 Some of the guests became furious among themselves. "That's criminal! A sheer waste!
4 But there were some who were indignant among themselves, and said, "Why was this fragrant oil wasted?
4 Some of those at the table were indignant. "Why waste such expensive perfume?" they asked.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Mark 14:4
Commentary on Mark 14:1-11
(Read Mark 14:1-11)
Did Christ pour out his soul unto death for us, and shall we think any thing too precious for him? Do we give him the precious ointment of our best affections? Let us love him with all the heart, though it is common for zeal and affection to be misunderstood and blamed; and remember that charity to the poor will not excuse any from particular acts of piety to the Lord Jesus. Christ commended this woman's pious attention to the notice of believers in all ages. Those who honour Christ he will honour. Covetousness was Judas' master lust, and that betrayed him to the sin of betraying his Master; the devil suited his temptation to that, and so conquered him. And see what wicked contrivances many have in their sinful pursuits; but what appears to forward their plans, will prove curses in the end.