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Jude 1:23

Jude 1:23
And others save with fear, pulling them out of the fire; hating even the garment spotted by the flesh.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

And others save with fear,.... Meaning false teachers, who lead others into errors, and such as give themselves over unto sin, whether teachers or hearers, and who are obstinate and irreclaimable;…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

And others - Another class; those who were of such a character, or in such circumstances, that a more bold, earnest, and determined manner would be better adapted to them. Save with fear - That is, by…

Methodist theologian, 1762–1832

Adam Clarke

And others save with fear - "Some of them snatch from the fire: but when they repent, have mercy upon them in fear." - Syriac. "And some of them rebuke for their sins; and on others have mercy when…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Jude 1:16-25

Here, I. The apostle enlarges further on the character of these evil men and seducers: they are murmurers, complainers, etc., Jde 1:16. Observe, A murmuring complaining temper, indulged and expressed,…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

and others save with fear, pulling them out of the fire Here again the MSS. present a striking variation, those of most authority giving "others save, snatching them out of the fire, and have…