- Bible
- 1 Corinthians
- Chapter 3
- Verse 2
1 Corinthians 3:2
“I have fed you with milk, and not with meat: for hitherto ye were not able to bear it, neither yet now are ye able.”
My Notes
Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
I have fed you with milk,.... It is usual with the Jews to compare the law to milk, and they say (c), that
"as milk…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
I have fed you with milk - Paul here continues the metaphor, which is derived from the custom of feeding infants with…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
I have fed you with milk - I have instructed you in the elements of Christianity - in its simplest and easiest truths;…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Corinthians 3:1-4
Here, I. Paul blames the Corinthians for their weakness and nonproficiency. Those who are sanctified are so only in…