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1 Corinthians 15:48

1 Corinthians 15:48
As is the earthy, such are they also that are earthy: and as is the heavenly, such are they also that are heavenly.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

Behold, I show you a mystery,.... Or a secret, which could never have been discovered by reason, or the light of nature,…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

As is the earthy - Such as Adam was. Such are they also ... - Such are all his descendants; all who derive their nature…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

As is the earthy, etc. - As Adam was, who was formed from the earth, so are all his descendants; frail, decaying, and…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Corinthians 15:35-50

The apostle comes now to answer a plausible and principal objection against the doctrine of the resurrection of the…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

As is the earthy i.e. Adam. Man, when united to Christ by faith, partakes of bothnatures. He is liable, therefore, still…

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