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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
For ye suffer fools gladly,.... They bore with the false apostles, who were fools; were continually proclaiming their…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
For ye suffer fools gladly - You tolerate or endure those who are really fools. This is perhaps, says Dr. Bloomfield,…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Ye suffer fools gladly, seeing ye yourselves are wise - A very fine irony. Ye are so profoundly wise as to be able to…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Corinthians 11:16-21
Here we have a further excuse that the apostle makes for what he was about to say in his own vindication. 1. He would…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
For ye suffer fools gladly, seeing ye yourselves are wise Literally, For gladly do ye tolerate men without…
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