3 John 1:2
“Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper,.... Or succeed in all temporal affairs, in the business of…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Beloved, I wish above all things - Margin, “pray.” The word used here commonly means in the New Testament to pray; but…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
I wish above all things - Περι παντων ευχομαι· Above all things I pray that thou mayest prosper, and be in health, και…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17143 John 1:1-2
I. The sacred penman writes and sends the letter, referred to as "The elder," meaning by years and office, deserving…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–19213 John 1:2-4
Personal Good Wishes and Sentiments
2. I wish above all things that Rather, I pray that in all respects; literally,…
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