- Bible
- Philippians
- Chapter 1
- Verse 16
Philippians 1:16
“The one preach Christ of contention, not sincerely, supposing to add affliction to my bonds:”
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Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
The one preach Christ of contention,.... That is, those that preached of envy and strife, an not of good will to Christ,…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
The one preach Christ of contention - So as to form parties, and to produce strifes among his professed followers. Not…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Preach Christ of contention - The Judaizing teachers, they also preach Christ; they acknowledge that Jesus is the Christ…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Philippians 1:12-20
We see here the care the apostle takes to prevent their being offended at his sufferings. He was now a prisoner at Rome;…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
The one preach Christ, &c. There is good critical evidence for reading Php 1:16-17 in the opposite order to that of the…
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