2 Corinthians 12:6
“For though I would desire to glory, I shall not be a fool; for I will say the truth: but now I forbear, lest any man should think of me above that which he seeth me to be, or that he heareth of me.”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
For this thing I besought the Lord thrice,.... With respect to the thorn in the flesh, the messenger Satan, who gave him…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
For though I would desire to glory - I take this to be a solemn and serious declaration of the irony which precedes; and…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
I shall not be a fool - Who that had got such honor from God would have been fourteen years silent on the subject?
I…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Corinthians 12:1-10
Here we may observe,
I. The narrative the apostle gives of the favours God had shown him, and the honour he had done…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
For though I would desire to glory St Paul here identifies himself with the man who saw the visions. -I shall not be…
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