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For if that which passes away was with glory, much more that which remains is in glory.
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Fading Glory vs. Lasting Glory
Commentators explain that the Old Covenant (the Law) had a real but temporary glory, designed from the start to be replaced. The New Covenant (the Gospel) possesses a far superior and permanent glory. As one scholar puts it, the greater light of the Gospel’s lasting glory completely outshines the lesser, fading light of the Law, much like the sun outshines the moon.
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2 Corinthians
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18th Century
Presbyterian
For if that which is done away, etc. This refers to the splendor that attended the giving of the law: the bright shining of Moses' face, a…
Passeth away (καταργουμενον). In process of disappearing before the gospel of Christ.
Remaineth (μενον). T…
19th Century
Anglican
For if that which is done away . . .—The Greek participle is in the present tense, “being done away,” or “failing,” expr…
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The comparison in glory between the covenants advances one step further. So pronounced is the contrast between the two dispensations that what once…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For if that which is done away Here another difference is pointed out, which subsists between the law and the Gospel…
Even the appearance of self-praise and courting human applause is painful to the humble and spiritual mind. Nothing is more delightful to faithful …
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13th Century
Catholic
Having commended the ministry of the New Testament, the Apostle then commends its ministers. He first stipulates two things that correspond to the …
