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A Loving Postponement
Commentators unanimously explain that Paul's decision to delay his visit was not due to fickleness, but was an act of love. He determined not to have a 'sorrowful' or 'heavy' visit, which would have been necessary if he came while the church was in disorder. By sending a letter first, he gave them a chance to repent and reform, hoping that his eventual visit could be a joyful one for everyone involved.
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2 Corinthians
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Corinthians 2:1
18th Century
Theologian
Introduction to 2 Corinthians Chapter 2
In this chapter, Paul continues the discussion of the subject which had been introduced in the previ…
AT Robertson
On 2 Corinthians 2:1
That I would not come again to you with sorrow (το μη παλιν εν λυπη προς υμας ελθειν). Articular second aorist active infinitive w…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Corinthians 2:1
19th Century
Bishop
But I determined this with myself.—Better, I determined for myself. The chapter division is here obviously wron…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 2 Corinthians 2:1
In answering this charge, Paul solemnly invokes his faithful God (cf. 1:18) as his own witness to the truth of statements like these: “The reason I…
John Gill
On 2 Corinthians 2:1
17th Century
Pastor
But I determined with myself
The apostle having removed the charge of levity and inconstancy brought against him, go…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Corinthians 2:1–4
17th Century
Minister
The apostle desired to have a cheerful meeting with them; he had written in confidence that they would do what was for their benefit and his comfor…