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I have been in travels often, perils of rivers, perils of robbers, perils from my countrymen, perils from the Gentiles, perils in the city, perils in the wilderness, perils in the sea, perils among false brothers;
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Danger Was Everywhere
Commentators explain that Paul's list of perils is intentionally comprehensive, covering every conceivable environment: cities, wilderness, land, and sea. He faced threats from nature (flooded rivers), criminals (robbers), his own people (Jews), and foreigners (Gentiles). His life for the gospel was one of constant, inescapable danger, with no safe haven.
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2 Corinthians
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18th Century
Presbyterian
In journeyings often. Of course, this meant being subject to the fatigue, toil, and danger that such a mode of life involves.
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In journeyings (οδοιποριαις). Locative case of old word, only here in N.T. and Joh 4:6, from οδοιπορος, wayfarer.
19th Century
Anglican
In journeyings often.—Again we enter into a list of activities and sufferings of which this is the only, or nearly the on…
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From specific hardships (vv.24–25) Paul turns to the dangers he confronted (v.26) and the privations he endured (v.27; cf. 6:5). In speaking of “da…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
In journeying often Through several countries and kingdoms to preach the Gospel, as he did from Jerusalem round abou…
The apostle gives an account of his labors and sufferings; not out of pride or vainglory, but to the honor of God, who enabled him to do and suffer…
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13th Century
Catholic
Having given the reasons for commending himself and the causes why the Corinthians should bear with him, the Apostle now begins his commendation. I…
