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Connecting Statement:
Jesus concludes his parable about a marriage feast.
Bind this man hand and foot
"Tie him up so that he cannot move his hands or feet"
the outer darkness
This expression refers to the eternal destiny of those who reject God. See how you translated this in Matthew 8:12. AT: "the dark place away from God" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy)
weeping and the grinding of teeth
This represents extreme sadness and suffering. See how you translated this in Matthew 8:12.
For many people are called, but few are chosen
This can be stated in active form. AT: "For God invites many people, but he only chooses a few" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive)
For
This marks a transition. Jesus has ended the parable and will now explain the point of the parable.