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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
The husbandman that laboureth,.... In manuring his ground, in ploughing, in sowing, in weeding, in reaping, &c.
must…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
The husbandman that laboureth - The margin is, “labouring first, must be partaker.” The idea, according to the…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
The husbandman that laboureth - That is: The husbandman must first till his ground before he can expect a crop; and he…
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
The husbandman that laboureth This third illustration is well known from St Paul's use, 1Co 3:6-9, where the substantive…
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