3 John 1:13
“I had many things to write, but I will not with ink and pen write unto thee:”
My Notes
Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
I have many things to write,.... With regard to churches, and particular persons, and concerning hospitality to the poor…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
I had many things to write ... - This Epistle closes, as the second does, with a statement that he had many things to…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
I had many things to write - That is, I have many things that I might write; but having the hope of seeing thee shortly,…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17143 John 1:12-14
I. Demetrius, on the other hand, has a good report from all and of the truth itself. John and others also bear witness…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–19213 John 1:13-14
Conclusion
The marked similarity to the Conclusion of the Second Epistle is strong evidence that the two letters were…