35. And they brought it to Jesus; then they threw their garments over the colt and set Jesus upon it. [Zech. 9:9.]
36. And as He rode along, the people kept spreading their garments on the road. [II Kings 9:13.]
37. As He was approaching [the city], at the descent of the Mount of Olives, the whole crowd of the disciples began to rejoice and to praise God [extolling Him exultantly and] loudly for all the mighty miracles and works of power that they had witnessed,
38. Crying, Blessed (celebrated with praises) is the King Who comes in the name of the Lord! Peace in heaven [freedom there from all the distresses that are experienced as the result of sin] and glory (majesty and splendor) in the highest [heaven]! [Ps. 118:26.]
39. And some of the Pharisees from the throng said to Jesus, Teacher, reprove Your disciples!
40. He replied, I tell you that if these keep silent, the very stones will cry out. [Hab. 2:11.]