The beloved (τω αγαπητω). Four times in this short letter this verbal adjective is used of Gaius (here, 2,5,11). See [Reference 2 …

The elder. (See the notes on 2 John 1:1).

Unto the well-beloved Gaius. Three persons of this name are elsewher…

The elder.—See the Introduction, and 2 John 1:1.

Gaius.—The common Roman name Caius. A Caius is menti…

The “elder” (cf. comment on 2Jn 1; also the introduction to 1 John) addresses Gaius as “my dear friend”; his warm affection for Gaius permeates the…

The elder unto the well beloved Gaius
The elder is the writer of the epistle, the Apostle John, who so styles himsel…

Those who are beloved by Christ will love their fellow believers for His sake. Soul prosperity is the greatest blessing on this side of heaven. Gra…