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Gill's Exposition
For he that biddeth him God speed,.... Wishes him well, and success in his ministry, or in a friendly and familiar way converses with him:
is partaker of his evil deeds; he has fellowship with him,…
Barnes' Notes
For he that biddeth him God speed, is partaker of his evil deeds - Shows that he countenances and approves of the doctrine which is taught. Compare the notes at 1Ti 5:22.
Adam Clarke
Is partaker of his evil deeds - He that acts towards him as if he considered him a Christian brother, and sound in the faith, puts it in his power to deceive others, by thus apparently accrediting his…
Here, I. Upon due warning given concerning seducers, the apostle gives direction concerning the treatment of such. They are not to be entertained as the ministers of Christ. The Lord Christ will…
Cambridge Bible
For he that biddeth him God speed Much more, therefore, he that by receiving him into his house affords a home and head-quarters for false teaching.
is partaker of his evil deeds More accurately, as…
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