E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - 2 Corinthians 10:9
That = In order that. Greek. hina. terrify . Greek. ekphobeo. Only here. read more
コリント人への第二の手紙 10:9 Jc
E.W. Bullinger
James Burton Coffman
Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - 2 Corinthians 10:9
That I may not seem as if I would terrify you by my letters.This too is addressed directly to the great faithful majority, the thought being that "Paul could with justification elaborate upon the nature and extent of his apostolic authority, but refrained."[10] He did not wish to terrify the young converts whom he dearly loved, and the vast majority of whom were faithful and obedient. He had no such restraint as regarded the false apostles; and he seems to be saying here that "it is not you but... read more
Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown
Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - 2 Corinthians 10:9
9. I say this lest I should seem to be terrifying you, as children, with empty threats [BENGEL]. ESTIUS explains, "I might boast more of my authority, but I forbear to do so, that I may not seem as if," c. But this ellipsis is harsh: and 2 Corinthians 10:10 2 Corinthians 10:11 confirm BENGEL'S view. read more
Thomas Constable
Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Corinthians 10:1-10
IV. APPEALS CONCERNING PAUL’S APOSTOLIC AUTHORITY 10:1-13:10In this third and last major division of his epistle the apostle Paul defended his apostolic authority. He did this to silence his critics in Corinth and perhaps elsewhere permanently and to confirm the united support of the Christians there. One of Paul’s major purposes in writing this letter was to prepare the way for his next visit. He had just referred to that "anticipated visit" (2 Corinthians 9:3-4). Consequently he felt... read more
Thomas Constable
Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Corinthians 10:1-18
A. Replies to charges made against Paul 10:1-18Paul responded to charges of cowardice, weakness, and intrusion that one or more critics in Corinth had evidently leveled against him. Failure to submit to apostolic authority could have dangerous consequences, such as disregarding his inspired writings. It was to spare his beloved readers from these ill effects that Paul wrote as he did, not out of a carnal sense of wounded pride. read more
Thomas Constable
Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Corinthians 10:7-11
2. Reply to the charge of weakness 10:7-11As Paul defended himself against the charge of cowardice leveled by his critics, so he also claimed ability to deal forcefully with them in person as well as by letter. He referred to this to explain his conduct further and to urge obedience to his commands. read more
Thomas Constable
Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Corinthians 10:9-10
Paul’s reference to terrifying his readers (2 Corinthians 10:9) is ironical, as is clear from 2 Corinthians 10:10. It is probably better to take the critics’ charge that Paul was unimpressive as a reference to his conduct among them, not to his physical appearance, in view of the context (cf. 2 Corinthians 1:13). Paul evidently was not a showy speaker compared to many silver-tongued orators of his day, or even Apollos. The power of his influence came through the Holy Spirit’s working through... read more
John Dummelow
John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - 2 Corinthians 10:1-14
(B) Chapters 10-13. St. Paul’s Defence of his MinistryAs explained in the Introduction, this section is regarded as part of the intermediate letter, referred to in 2 Corinthians 2:3-4 and 2 Corinthians 7:8, in which the Apostle rebuked his converts, and sought to bring them to repentance. It is, therefore, to be taken as earlier in time than 2 Corinthians 1-9, which were written as the result of the Corinthians’ reception of the intermediate or ’severe’ letter.Here the Apostle answers the... read more
John Dummelow
John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - 2 Corinthians 10:1-18
(a) 10:1-18. Answer to the Charge of Feebleness and CowardiceThe Apostle beseeches the Corinthians to act in such a way that he will not need to resort to extreme measures on the occasion of his forthcoming visit. He points out that his purpose is to make every man’s thoughts subject to the power of Christ, and that he will punish any who are rebellious when the Church as a whole shall have returned to its obedience. He goes on to say that those who have been accusing him of cowardice will soon... read more
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Bridgeway Bible Commentary - 2 Corinthians 10:1-18
10:1-13:14 APOSTOLIC AUTHORITYIn spite of all Paul has said, there were still trouble-makers at Corinth. Certain travelling preachers had gained some standing in the church and continued to make accusations against Paul. Paul refers to them ironically as ‘super apostles’, and more directly as ‘false apostles’ (see 11:5,13).Spiritual power; worthless boasting (10:1-18)These so-called apostles repeatedly questioned the authority of Paul and succeeded in winning some of the Corinthians over to... read more