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2 Corinthians 9:1

2 Corinthians 9:1
For as touching the ministering to the saints, it is superfluous for me to write to you:

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

For as touching the ministering to the saints,.... It looks at first sight as if the apostle was entering upon a new subject, though by what follows it appears to be the same; for by "ministering to…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

For as touching the ministering to the saints - In regard to the collection that was to be taken up for the aid of the poor Christians in Judea; see the notes on Rom 15:26; 1Co 16:1; 2 Cor. 8. It is…

Methodist theologian, 1762–1832

Adam Clarke

It is superfluous for me to write to you - I need not enlarge, having already said enough. See the preceding chapter, (2 Corinthians 8 (note)).

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

2 Corinthians 9:1-5

In these verses the apostle speaks very respectfully to the Corinthians, and with great skill; and, while he seems to excuse his urging them so earnestly to charity, still presses them thereto, and…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

2Co 9:1. For i.e. I am not writing to you about the ministry to the saints, for that is unnecessary. I am writing about your reception of the brethren, and your being ready when they come. See 2Co…