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The Veil is Internal
Scholars emphasize that the 'veil' Paul mentions is not a physical cloth but a spiritual barrier on the 'heart.' The issue is not with the clarity of the Old Testament scriptures themselves, but with the internal spiritual condition of the listener. Commentators describe this as a 'veil of ignorance' or 'blindness' that prevents true understanding.
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2 Corinthians
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Corinthians 3:15
18th Century
Theologian
But even unto this day. This refers to the time when Paul wrote this epistle, about thirty years after Christ was put to death.
But…
AT Robertson
On 2 Corinthians 3:15
Whensoever Moses is read (ηνικα αν αναγινωσκητα Μωυσης). Indefinite temporal clause with ηνικα an and the present passive subjunct…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Corinthians 3:15
19th Century
Bishop
Even unto this day, when Moses is read...—The mention of Moses is decisive regarding the meaning of the “Old Testament,” …
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 2 Corinthians 3:15
Moses’ laudable attempt was, however, unsuccessful; instead of recognizing the significance of Moses’ veiled face, the Israelites became dulled in …
John Gill
On 2 Corinthians 3:15
17th Century
Pastor
But even to this day, when Moses is read
These words are an explanation of the former, and show that by the Old Test…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Corinthians 3:12–18
17th Century
Minister
It is the duty of ministers of the gospel to use great plainness, or clearness, of speech. Old Testament believers had only cloudy and fleeting gli…