Bible Commentary

Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head. 20. Therefore if thine enemy, &c.] Here again is an O. T. quotation, (Pro 25:21-22; nearly verbatim with LXX.,) introduced by the Apostle’s “ therefore,” as a practical inference … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Romans 12:20”

Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. 19. Dearly beloved ] Words here conveying a singularly beautiful appeal. The believers are entreated by the voice of love to walk in love. For a remarkable illustration of the precept … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Romans 12:19”

If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men. 18. If it be possible, &c.] Cp. Heb 12:14; and see 1Pe 3:9-13. as much as lieth in you ] Lit. as regards what is on your side; “ you ” being emphatic here: q. d., “Let the peace, if … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Romans 12:18”

Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men. 17. Recompense to no man, &c.] Mat 5:39; 1Th 5:15, (a pregnant parallel to this context;) 1Pe 3:9. Provide things honest ] Lit. thinking beforehand honourable things; using forethought so as to secure the reality and the appearance of … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Romans 12:17”

[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. 16. 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 … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Romans 12:16”

Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep. 15. Rejoice, &c.] On this beautiful and precious precept, cp. 1Co 12:26; and see the Lord’s example, at Cana and at Bethany. St Paul himself knew how to practise his own precept. (2Co 2:2-4.) Fuente: The Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges Rejoice … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Romans 12:15”

Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not. 14. Bless them which persecute you ] According to the Lord’s own express precept; see Luk 6:28. See also His example, Luk 23:34. The Roman Church was not at this time under special trial of persecution; so we seem to gather from the general tone of … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Romans 12:14”

Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality. 13. distributing ] communicating, sharing your own with them. This was almost the first instinct of the Church of Christ; and it was felt to be connected naturally with the sublimest truths of eternity. Observe the instant transition from 1 Corinthians 15 to 1Co 16:1. Cp. … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Romans 12:13”

Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; 12. Rejoicing in hope ] Better, In respect of the hope, rejoicing. Cp. ch. Rom 5:2; where see note. On this holy gladness cp. also 1Pe 1:3-9. patient, &c.] Better, in respect of the tribulation, enduring. “ The tribulation: ” i.e. that which as Christians … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Romans 12:12”

Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; 11. not slothful in business ] Better, in point of earnest diligence, not slothful. The precept includes an exhortation to thoroughness in earthly duty, but much more besides. fervent in spirit ] Better, as regards the spirit, fervent. “ The spirit ” here probably means … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Romans 12:11”