2 Timothy 2:5
“And if a man also strive for masteries, yet is he not crowned, except he strive lawfully.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And if a man also strive for masteries,.... In the Olympic games, by running, wrestling, leaping, &c.
yet is he not…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
And if a man also strive for masteries - As in the Grecian games. See this favorite illustration of Paul explained in…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
If a man also strive for masteries - Εαν δε και αθλῃ τις· If a man contend in the public games - the Olympic or…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Timothy 2:1-7
Here Paul encourages Timothy to constancy and perseverance in his work: Be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus,…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
And if a man also strive for masteries The -also" is placed by R.V. before -a man" instead of after as A.V.; correctly,…
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