Verse 10
10. To whom A general, but assuming only the particular, case.
I forgive also Literally, also I. The full unity of the Church with the apostle being assured, he now affirms his full unity with the Church. Knowing their wisdom and rectitude, he ratifies their action in advance.
In the person of Christ Not in his presence, but as acting for his person. Christ doing it by me, his representative. So his order to excommunicate (1 Corinthians 5:4) was in the name of our Lord Jesus.
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