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For we rejoice, when we are weak, and ye are strong: this we also pray for, even your perfecting.

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A.T. Robertson

A.T. Robertson

A.T.Robertson

19th Century
Southern Baptist
19th Century

For we rejoice (χαιρομεν γαρ). Paul had far rather be weak in the sense of failing to exercise his apostolic power because they di…

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

For we are glad, when we are weak, etc. We rejoice in your welfare and are willing to submit to self-denial and infirmity, if it may promo…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

For we are glad, when we are weak . . .—The last words cover many shades of meaning. We may think of the weakness of his …

Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor'sBible Commentary

20th Century
20th Century

Paul’s sole concern was to further and consolidate the truth of the Gospel (cf. 1 Corinthians 9:16). Thus he was happy whenever his con…

John Calvin

John Calvin

JohnCalvin

16th Century
Protestant
16th Century

For, we rejoice. Either the causal particle γὰρ (for,) must be taken as meaning—therefore; or it is a second reason why …

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

For we are glad when we are weak
Appear to be so, look like persons disarmed of all power and authority; the apostle…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

The most desirable thing we can ask of God, for ourselves and our friends, is to be kept from sin, so that we and they may not do evil. We have far…

Thomas Aquinas

Thomas Aquinas

ThomasAquinas

13th Century
Catholic
13th Century

After threatening God’s severe judgment, the Apostle warns them to be ready so that they will not experience it. First, he gives the admonition; se…

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