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2 Corinthians 9:9

2 Corinthians 9:9
(As it is written, He hath dispersed abroad; he hath given to the poor: his righteousness remaineth for ever.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

As it is written,.... In Psa 112:9 where it is said of the good and righteous man,

he hath dispersed "his riches", his…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

As it is written - Psa 112:9. The idea is, “in this way will the saying in the Scriptures be verified, or the promise…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

He hath dispersed abroad - Here is still the allusion to the sower. He sows much; not at home merely, or among those…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Corinthians 9:6-15

Here we have,

I. Proper directions to be observed about the right and acceptable manner of bestowing charity; and it is…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

as it is written In Psa 112:9.

the poor The word here is the usual one in Classical Greek. See notes on ch. 2Co 8:9.

his…