2 Corinthians 5:12
“For we commend not ourselves again unto you, but give you occasion to glory on our behalf, that ye may have somewhat to answer them which glory in appearance, and not in heart.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
For whether we be besides ourselves,.... As some took them to be, and as Festus thought the Apostle Paul was, because of…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
For we commend not ourselves again unto you - This refers to what he had said in the previous verse. He had there said…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
For we commend not ourselves? - I do not say these things to bespeak your good opinion, to procure your praise; but to…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Corinthians 5:12-15
Here observe, I. The apostle makes an apology for seeming to commend himself and his fellow-labourers (Co2 5:13), and…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
For we commend not ourselves -For" is omitted by the best editors, and its omission clears the sense. "We are not…
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