1 Peter 3:5
“For after this manner in the old time the holy women also, who trusted in God, adorned themselves, being in subjection unto their own husbands:”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
For after this manner in the old time,.... In ages past, the years of many generations, since the time that God created…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
For after this manner, in the old time - The allusion here is particularly to the times of the patriarchs, and the…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
For after this manner - Simplicity reigned in primitive times; natural ornaments alone were then in use. Trade and…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Peter 3:1-7
The apostle having treated of the duties of subjects to their sovereigns, and of servants to their masters, proceeds to…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
For after this manner in the old time It is obvious from the special instance given in the next verse that the Apostle…
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