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A Matter of Shared Honor
Commentators explain that Paul's concern was not just for his own reputation but for the Corinthians' as well. By saying 'we... should be put to shame,' and then delicately adding '(that we say not, ye),' he masterfully includes them. If they were found unprepared, both the one who boasted (Paul) and the ones boasted about (the Corinthians) would be embarrassed, damaging their shared honor.
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2 Corinthians
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Corinthians 9:4
18th Century
Theologian
Lest haply if they of Macedonia. This phrase refers to the possibility that if any of the Macedonians should happen to come with me and fi…
AT Robertson
On 2 Corinthians 9:4
If there come with me any of Macedonia and find you unprepared (εαν ελθωσιν συν εμο Μακεδονες κα ευρωσιν υμας απαρασκευαστους). Co…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Corinthians 9:4
19th Century
Bishop
Lest haply if they of Macedonia . . .—The Greek for “Macedonians” has no article, and the word is meant to stir up something like …
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 2 Corinthians 9:4
Although Paul knew that the Corinthians were so eager to help that further written reminders about the collection were superfluous (vv.1–2), he was…
John Calvin
On 2 Corinthians 9:4
16th Century
Theologian
In this confidence. The Greek term being ὑπόστασις, the Old Interpreter has rendered it substantiam (substance). Erasmus…
John Gill
On 2 Corinthians 9:4
17th Century
Pastor
Lest haply if they of Macedonia come with me
The apostle had determined to come himself, though he was afterwards pr…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Corinthians 9:1–5
17th Century
Minister
When we want others to do good, we must act toward them prudently and tenderly, and give them time. Christians should consider what brings honor to…