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1 Corinthians 9:23

1 Corinthians 9:23
And this I do for the gospel's sake, that I might be partaker thereof with you.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

Know ye not that they which run in a race,.... The allusion in this and the following verses is to the Grecian games,…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

For the gospel’s sake - That it may be advanced, and may be successful. That I might be partaker thereof with you - You…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

And this I do for the Gospel's sake - Instead of τουτο, this, παντα, all things, (I do all things for the Gospel's…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Corinthians 9:19-23

The apostle takes occasion from what he had before discoursed to mention some other instances of his self-denial and…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–19211 Corinthians 9:15-23

St Paul's use of his Christian liberty is restrained by the thought of the needs of others

15. But I have used none of…