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2 Corinthians 6:12

2 Corinthians 6:12
Ye are not straitened in us, but ye are straitened in your own bowels.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

Now for a recompence in the same,.... That your love to me may answer mine to you; that as you have my heart, I may have…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Ye are not straitened in us - That is, you do not possess a narrow or contracted place in our affections. We love you…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

Ye are not straitened in us - That is, Ye have not a narrow place in our affections: the metaphor here is taken from the…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Corinthians 6:11-18

The apostle proceeds to address himself more particularly to the Corinthians, and cautions them against mingling with…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

Ye are not straitened in us, but ye are straitened in your own bowels i.e. "our heart is large enough to receive you and…