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Christ vs. Belial
Commentators explain that "Belial" is a Hebrew term for "worthlessness" or "wickedness," used here as a name for Satan. Paul presents an absolute contrast: Christ, the embodiment of righteousness, versus Belial, the personification of all evil. This sets up an irreconcilable opposition, highlighting that a believer's allegiance to Christ allows for no partnership with the forces of darkness.
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2 Corinthians
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Corinthians 6:15
18th Century
Theologian
And what concord. sumphōnēsis. Sympathy; unison. This word refers, properly, to the unison or harmony produced by musical instrum…
AT Robertson
On 2 Corinthians 6:15
Concord (συμφωνησις). Symphony. Late word from συμφωνεω, only here and ecclesiastical writers, though συμφωνημα in the papyri.
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Charles Ellicott
On 2 Corinthians 6:15
19th Century
Bishop
What concord hath Christ with Belial?—This passage is remarkable as the only occurrence of the name in the New Testament,…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 2 Corinthians 6:14–16
Paul has just appealed to the Corinthians for mutual openness in affection and in speech. His own heart is open wide to them, but both he and they …
John Calvin
On 2 Corinthians 6:15
16th Century
Theologian
What concord has Christ with Belial? As to the etymology of the word Belial, even the Hebrews themselves are not agreed. The mean…
John Gill
On 2 Corinthians 6:15
17th Century
Pastor
And what concord has Christ with Belial ?
etc.] The word "Belial" is a Hebrew word, and is only used in this place i…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Corinthians 6:11–18
17th Century
Minister
It is wrong for believers to associate with the wicked and profane. The word unbeliever applies to all who are lacking true faith. True pastors wil…