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The "Open Door" Metaphor
Commentators unanimously explain that the "open door" is a metaphor for a divinely-given opportunity for effective gospel ministry. Just as an open door invites entry, God was creating a favorable environment in Troas where people were receptive to hearing about Christ. Scholars note Paul uses this same metaphor in 1 Corinthians 16:9.
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2 Corinthians
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Corinthians 2:12
18th Century
Theologian
Furthermore. But, (de.) This particle is properly adversative; but frequently denotes transition and serves to introduce somethin…
AT Robertson
On 2 Corinthians 2:12
To Troas (εις την Τρωιαδα). Luke does not mention this stop at Troas on the way from Ephesus to Macedonia (Acts 20:1f.…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Corinthians 2:12
19th Century
Bishop
Furthermore, when I came to Troas.—The article, perhaps, indicates the Troad as a district, rather than the city, just as…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 2 Corinthians 2:12
This is the final section in Paul’s explanation of his recent conduct (see the introduction for more on the historical events). Titus had been disp…
John Calvin
On 2 Corinthians 2:12
16th Century
Theologian
When I had come to Troas. By now mentioning what he had been doing in the meantime, in what places he had been, and what route he had purs…
John Gill
On 2 Corinthians 2:12
17th Century
Pastor
Furthermore, when I came to Troas
The apostle proceeds, in this latter part of the chapter, to take notice of and re…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Corinthians 2:12–17
17th Century
Minister
A believer's triumphs are all in Christ. To him be the praise and glory of all, while the success of the gospel is a good reason for a Christian's …