Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - 2 Peter 2:10-11
2 Peter 2:10-11. But chiefly them that walk after the flesh Their corrupt nature; particularly in the lusts of uncleanness Which are especially detestable in the eye of God; and the crimes they commit so much resemble those of Sodom, that it is the less to be wondered at if they share in its punishment; and with them may be joined those who despise government The authority of their governors. Presumptuous Τολμηται , audacious, ready to venture upon any thing that may serve their... read more
Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - 2 Peter 2:9
2 Peter 2:9. The Lord, &c. This answers to 2 Peter 2:4, and closes the sense which was begun there; knoweth how to deliver As if he had said, It plainly appears, from these instances, that the Lord hath both wisdom and power sufficient, or can find out ways and means, and will do so; to deliver the godly Those who now suffer persecution; out of temptations That is, trials and afflictions of various kinds; and to reserve Or, keep in ward, as it were; (so τηρειν seems here to... read more