Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
My Notes
Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's Exposition
Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper,.... Or succeed in all temporal affairs, in the business of life, in which he was; and as success of this sort depends upon the blessing of…
Barnes' Notes
Beloved, I wish above all things - Margin, “pray.” The word used here commonly means in the New Testament to pray; but it is also employed to express a strong and earnest desire for anything, Act…
Adam Clarke
I wish above all things - Περι παντων ευχομαι· Above all things I pray that thou mayest prosper, and be in health, και ὑγιαινειν· to which one MS. adds εν αληθεια, which gives it a different meaning,…
I. The sacred penman writes and sends the letter, referred to as "The elder," meaning by years and office, deserving honor. Some question whether this was John the apostle, but his style and spirit…
Personal Good Wishes and Sentiments
2. I wish above all things that Rather, I pray that in all respects; literally, concerning all things. It might well surprise us to find S. John placing health and…
Cross References
Related passages throughout Scripture