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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Honour widows that are widows indeed. Who those are, see in Ti1 1:5. The honour to be given them is not a putting of…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Honour widows - The particular attention and respect which are enjoined here, seem to refer to the class of widows who…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Honor widows that are widows indeed - One meaning of the word τιμαω, to honor, is to support, sustain, etc., Mat 15:4,…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Timothy 5:3-16
Directions are here given concerning the taking of widows into the number of those who were employed by the church and…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–19211 Timothy 5:3-16
Timothy's duties in regard to widows
Counsel on alms and charities for widows. The natural and obvious view of this…
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