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2 Corinthians 12:16

2 Corinthians 12:16
But be it so, I did not burden you: nevertheless, being crafty, I caught you with guile.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

I desired Titus, and with him I sent a brother,.... The apostle proceeds to mention one or two persons that he had sent…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

But be it so - This is evidently a charge of his enemies; or at least a charge which it might be supposed they would…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

But be it so, I did not burden you - That is: You grant that I did not burden you, that I took nothing from you, but…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Corinthians 12:11-21

In these verses the apostle addresses himself to the Corinthians two ways: -

I. He blames them for what was faulty in…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

But be it so St Paul returns to the charge in 2Co 12:12. He supposes his antagonists to admit that, as far as he himself…