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For already some have turned aside after Satan.
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Commentators emphasize that this verse presents a stark reality: there is no neutral position in the spiritual life. To turn away from Christ, even in what seems like a small way, is to begin following Satan. As John Calvin notes, Satan has dominion over all who are not actively following Christ. The Greek word for 'follow after' is used for disciples following Jesus, highlighting the choice between two masters.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
For some are already turned aside after Satan. That is, some young widows. The meaning is, that in the respects above mentioned ([Referenc…
Are turned aside (εξετραπησαν). Second aorist (effective) passive indicative of εκτρεπω. See 1:6.
After Satan
19th Century
Anglican
For some are already turned aside.—It was probably the backsliding of these “nameless” ones that was the immediate occasion for these dire…
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In view of these dangers, Paul advises “younger widows to marry, to have children, to manage their homes,” in order that they may “give the enemy n…
16th Century
Protestant
For some have already turned aside. It is certain that there is no ordinance so holy that some evil may not arise from it through the wick…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For some are already turned aside after Satan . ] Meaning some of those younger widows, whom the apostle knew, and h…
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Everyone brought into any office in the church should be free from just censure; and many are proper objects of charity, yet should not be employed…
13th Century
Catholic
Previously, the Apostle taught that widows in the Church must be cared for. Here, he specifies which ones are to be supported.
