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2 Corinthians 6:3

2 Corinthians 6:3
Giving no offence in any thing, that the ministry be not blamed:

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

Giving no offence in anything,.... These words are in connection with Co2 6:1 and to be considered either as a continuation of the exhortation to others, that they would take care to give no offence…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

Giving no offence in anything - We the ministers of God, 2Co 6:1. The word rendered “offence” means, properly, stumbling; then offence, or cause of offence, a falling into sin. The meaning here is,…

Methodist theologian, 1762–1832

Adam Clarke

Giving no offense - The word προσκοπη, read προσκομμα, Rom 14:13, signifies a stumbling block in general, or any thing over which a man stumbles or falls; and here means any transgression or scandal…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

2 Corinthians 6:1-10

In these verses we have an account of the apostle's general errand and exhortation to all to whom he preached in every place where he came, with the several arguments and methods he used. Observe,

I.…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

Giving no offence in any thing This verse is closely connected in sense with v, 1. St Paul now enters upon a long passage in which he shews how the -ministry of reconciliation" is practically carried…