An earnest (αρραβων). See 2 Corinthians 1:22 for discussion of αρραβων. Here "of promise" (της επαγγελιας) is added to…

Which is the earnest of our inheritance. On the meaning of the word 'earnest,' see Barnes on 2 Corinthians 1:22.

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Which is the earnest of our inheritance.—On the word “earnest” (arrhabôn), a precious gift, as surety for a fuller gift in the fu…

Wherein he hath abounded toward us in all wisdom and prudence; having made known unto us the mystery of his will, according to his good pleasur…

Paul adds a further analogy: The Holy Spirit is a “deposit” (GK 775; cf. 2 Corinthians 1:22; 5:5). This word is borrowed from the comme…

Which is the earnest of our inheritance. This phrase is used twice by Paul in another Epistle (2 Corinthians 1:22; [Reference …

Which is the earnest of our inheritance
The incorruptible and never fading one in heaven, or the heavenly kingdom; t…

Blessings were made known to believers, by the Lord showing them the mystery of his sovereign will, and the method of redemption and salvation. But…