2 John 1:12
“Having many things to write unto you, I would not write with paper and ink: but I trust to come unto you, and speak face to face, that our joy may be full.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Having many things to write unto you,.... Either on a civil, or on a religious account, concerning the state of the…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Having many things to write unto you - That I would wish to say. This language is such as would be used by one who was…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Having many things to write - That is, I have many things that I might write to thee, but I think it best not to commit…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 John 1:12-13
The apostle concludes this letter, 1. With an adjournment of many things to personal conference: Having many things to…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–19212 John 1:12-13
Conclusion
12, 13. The strong resemblance to the Conclusion of the Third Epistle seems to shew that the two letters are…
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