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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
The children of thy elect sister greet thee. Amen. Not the members of a sister church, as some think; but the children…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
The children of thy elect sister greet thee - Of this “elect sister” nothing more is known. It would seem probable, from…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
The children of thy elect sister - Probably her own sister, who lived at Ephesus; and, being acquainted with the…
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, 1882–1921
The children of thy elect sister greet thee Better, for the sake of uniformity with 3Jn 1:14, salute thee: the same verb…