コリント人への第二の手紙 8:2 JC

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - 2 Corinthians 8:1-6

Observe here, I. The apostle takes occasion from the good example of the churches of Macedonia, that is, of Philippi, Thessalonica, Berea, and others in the region of Macedonia, to exhort the Corinthians and the Christians in Achaia to the good work of charity. And, 1. He acquaints them with their great liberality, which he calls the grace of God bestowed on the churches, 2 Cor. 8:1. Some think the words should be rendered, the gift of God given in or by the churches. He certainly means the... read more

William Barclay

William Barclay's Daily Study Bible - 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

8:1-15 Brothers, we want you to know about the grace of God which was given in the Churches of Macedonia. We want you to know that even when they were going through a severe test of their faith when things were pressing sorely on them, their overflowing happiness and their poverty which reached the very depths of destitution combined to overflow into the wealth of their generosity. For, I bear witness, they gave according to their ability, yes, beyond their ability, quite spontaneously,... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - 2 Corinthians 8:2

How that in a great trial of affliction ,.... The apostle proceeds to show the condition these churches were in when, and the manner in which, they contributed to the relief of others. They were in affliction: they received the Gospel at first in much affliction, as did the church at Thessalonica, which was one of them; and afterwards suffered much from their countrymen for the profession of it, by reproaches, persecutions, imprisonments, confiscation of goods, &c.; They were under... read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - 2 Corinthians 8:2

In a great trial of affliction - The sense of this verse is the following: The Macedonians, though both poor and persecuted, rejoiced exceedingly that an opportunity was afforded them of doing good to their more impoverished and more persecuted brethren. We can scarcely ever speak of poverty and affliction in an absolute sense; they are only comparative. Even the poor are called to relieve those who are poorer than themselves; and the afflicted, to comfort those who are more afflicted than... read more

John Calvin

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - 2 Corinthians 8:2

Verse 2 2.In much trial — In other words, while they were tried with adversity, they, nevertheless, did not cease to rejoice in the Lord: nay, this disposition rose so high, as to swallow up sorrow; for the minds of the Macedonians, which must otherwise have been straitened, required to be set free from their restraints, that they might liberally (661) furnish aid to the brethren. By the term joy he means that spiritual consolation by which believers are sustained under their afflictions; for... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Corinthians 8:1-6

Grace prepares the way for grace. Denial of self in one direction leads to cross-bearing in other forms. Duty is a spirit, not a mechanical thing; a life, and not a mere performance. If the Corinthians had shown such a "godly sorrow," they would now be eager to demonstrate their renewed Christian strength by a more faithful regard to all obligations. Carefulness, zeal, vehement desire, had characterized their repentance, and these would not expire with the occasion that had called them into... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Corinthians 8:1-7

The charity commended is that of the Macedonian Churches. I. THEY GAVE UNDER VERY UNFAVOURABLE CIRCUMSTANCES . 1 . They were in much affliction . ( 2 Corinthians 8:2 .) This might have suggested special care of themselves rather than of others. Suffering often produces selfishness. Our pain often prevents us from realizing the pains of others. 2 . They were in deep poverty . ( 2 Corinthians 8:2 .) How could they give? Charity must begin at home, and does... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Corinthians 8:1-9

"Moreover, brethren, we do you to wit of the grace of God," etc. The subject of these words is genuine beneficence, and they suggest certain general truths concerning it. I. THAT ALL GENUINE BENEFICENCE IN MAN IS FROM GOD . "Moreover, brethren, we do you to wit of [we make known to you] the grace of God." All that is loving and generous in all moral beings is from one Source, and that is God. He is the primal Font whence all flows. Wherever you see love, in young or... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Corinthians 8:1-24

These two chapters (8 and 9) form an independent section of the Epistle. The plural alone ("we") is used throughout; participial and unfinished constructions abound; the style is a little embarrassed; and various words, such as "grace," "blessing," "righteousness," "simplicity," occur in somewhat unusual shades of meaning. All this arises: 1 . From St. Paul's natural delicacy in alluding to pecuniary subjects. 2 . From a desire to conciliate the Corinthians, while at the same... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Corinthians 8:2

In a great trial of affliction; rather, in much testing of affliction ; i.e. in an affliction which put to the proof their Christian character. "They were not simply afflicted," says St. Chrysostom, "but in such a way as also to become approved by their endurance." (For the word rendered "trial," see Romans 5:4 , and in this Epistle, 2 Corinthians 2:9 ; 2 Corinthians 9:13 ; 2 Corinthians 13:3 .) "Affliction" seems to have befallen the Churches of Macedonia very heavily ( 1... read more

コリント人への第二の手紙 8:2 Jc

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - 2 Corinthians 8:1-6

William Barclay's Daily Study Bible - 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - 2 Corinthians 8:2

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - 2 Corinthians 8:2

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - 2 Corinthians 8:2

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Corinthians 8:1-6

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Corinthians 8:1-7

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Corinthians 8:1-9

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Corinthians 8:1-24

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Corinthians 8:2

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