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Romans 12:16

Romans 12:16
Be of the same mind one toward another . Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

Be of the same mind one towards another,.... Which is not to be understood of the sameness of their judgment, or of their agreement in sentiments, espousing the same doctrines, observing the same…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

Be of the same mind ... - This passage has been variously interpreted. “Enter into each other’s circumstances, in order to see how you would yourself feel.” Chrysostom. “Be agreed in your opinions and…

Methodist theologian, 1762–1832

Adam Clarke

Be of the same mind - Live in a state of continual harmony and concord, and pray for the same good for all which you desire for yourselves.

Mind not high things - Be not ambitious; affect nothing…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Romans 12:1-21

We may observe here, according to the scheme mentioned in the contents, the apostle's exhortations,

I. Concerning our duty to God, We see what is godliness.

1. It is to surrender ourselves to God, and…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

Be of the same mind Cp. Rom 15:5; 1Pe 3:8. Lit. Thinking the same thing towards one another; "actuated by a common and well-understood feeling of mutual allowance and kindness." (Alford.)

Mind not The…