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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Nevertheless to abide in the flesh,.... To continue in the body, not always, but a little longer,
is more needful for…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Nevertheless to abide in the flesh - To live. All this is language derived from the belief that the soul will be…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
To abide in the flesh - It would certainly be gain to myself to die, but it will be a gain to you if I live. If I die I…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Philippians 1:21-26
We have here an account of the life and death of blessed Paul: his life was Christ, and his death was gain. Observe, 1.…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
to abide in the flesh Quite lit., as Bp Lightfoot, to abide by the flesh, to hold fast toits conditions of trial, for…
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