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redeeming the time, because the days are evil.

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A.T. Robertson

A.T. Robertson

A.T.Robertson

19th Century
Southern Baptist
19th Century

Redeeming the time (εξαγοραζομενο τον καιρον). As in Col 4:5 which see.

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

Redeeming the time. The word translated here as redeeming means to purchase; to buy up from the possession or power of a…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

Redeeming the time.—Or rather, the opportunity, whenever it arises. The meaning of this phrase (used also in Colo ians 4:…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

CharlesSpurgeon

19th Century
Baptist
19th Century

Because the days are evil. Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is. And be not drunk with wine, wherein is e…

Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor'sBible Commentary

20th Century
20th Century

Christians should be “making the most [GK 1973] of every opportunity.” What is meant is simply to make the best possible use of all circumstances l…

John Calvin

John Calvin

JohnCalvin

16th Century
Protestant
16th Century

Redeeming the time. By a consideration of the time, he enforces his exhortation. The days are evil. Everything around us tends to…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

Redeeming the time
Or "buying time"; a like expression is used in (Daniel 2:8) , which we render, gain t…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

Another remedy against sin is care, or caution, as it is otherwise impossible to maintain purity of heart and life. Time is a talent given to us by…

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