From the foundation of the world (apo katabolhv kosmou). The eternal purpose of the Father for his elect in all the nations. The Son of Man in verse Matthew 25:31 is the King here seated on the throne in judgment.
Other Robertson's Word Pictures (NT) entries containing Matthew 25:34:
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