1 Thessalonians 3:1
“Wherefore when we could no longer forbear, we thought it good to be left at Athens alone;”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Wherefore when we could no longer forbear,.... Or "bear", as the word properly signifies; or "bear that", as the…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Wherefore - See 1Th 2:18. This particle (διὸ dio) is designed here to refer to another proof of his affection for them.…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Wherefore, when we could no longer, etc. - The apostle was anxious to hear of their state, and as he could obtain no…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Thessalonians 3:1-5
In these words the apostle gives an account of his sending Timothy to the Thessalonians. Though he was hindered from…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–19211 Thessalonians 3:1-13
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St Paul's Present Relations to the Thessalonians. Ch. 1Th 2:17 to 1Th 3:13
The Apostle had been drawn aside…
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