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The children of your chosen sister greet you. Amen.
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A Family or a Church?
Scholars debate whether this refers to a literal family or a church. Some, like Gill and Robertson, argue it's the biological sister of the 'elect lady,' making this a personal family greeting. Others, noted by the Expositor's Commentary, see 'sister' and 'children' as metaphors for a nearby church community, emphasizing the fellowship between congregations.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The children of your elect sister greet you. Of this "elect sister" nothing more is known. It would seem probable, from the fact that she …
Of thine elect sister (της αδελφης σου της εκλεκτης). Same word εκλεκτη as in verse 1; Revelation 17:4. Apparently chil…
19th Century
Anglican
Having many things to write unto you.—This verse shows that the Letter to the matron and her family was not a mere accomp…
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The letter closes with a normal wish. The elder acknowledges that there is much more he might say, but he recognizes that it will be more effective…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The children of your elect sister greet you. Amen . Not the members of a sister church, as some think; but the child…
The apostle often reserves many matters for discussion in a personal meeting. Pen and ink are means of strengthening and comforting others; but see…
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