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2 John 1:2

2 John 1:2
For the truth's sake, which dwelleth in us, and shall be with us for ever.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

For the truth's sake, which dwelleth in us,.... Not for her high birth, nobility, or riches; but either for Christ's…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

For the truth’s sake - They love this family because they love the truth, and see it so cordially embraced and so…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

For the truth's sake - On account of the Gospel.

Which dwelleth in us - By the grace which it has proclaimed.

And shall…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 John 1:1-4

Ancient epistles began, as here, with salutation and good wishes: religion consecrates, as far as may be, old forms, and…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

For the truth's sake The repetition of the word -truth" is quite in S. John's style. -The truth" here and at the end of…