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John 8:15

John 8:15
Ye judge after the flesh; I judge no man.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

It is also written in your law,.... The law of Moses, which was given unto them, and they boasted of; the passage referred to is in Deu 19:15; see also Deu 17:6; where though what follows is not to be…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

After the flesh - According to appearance; according to your carnal and corrupt mode; not according to the spiritual nature of the doctrines. By your preconceived opinions and prejudices you are…

Methodist theologian, 1762–1832

Adam Clarke

Ye judge after the flesh - Because I appear in the form of man, judging from this appearance, ye think I am but a mere man - pay attention to my teaching and miracles, and ye shall then see that…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

John 8:12-20

The rest of the chapter is taken up with debates between Christ and contradicting sinners, who cavilled at the most gracious words that proceeded out of his mouth. It is not certain whether these…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

Ye judge after the flesh According to His outward form, the form of a servant: comp. Joh 7:24. From the context -judge" here acquires an adverse sense, and virtually means -condemn:" comp. Joh…