1 Thessalonians 2:6 Commentary, explanation, study verse by verse

“ Nor of men sought we glory, neither of you, nor yet of others, when we might have beena burdensome, as the apostles of Christ. ”

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Albert Barnes' Notes on the Bible

Nor of men sought we glory - Or praise. The love of applause was not that which influenced them; see the notes on Colossians 1:10 . Neither of you, nor yet of others - Nowhere has this been...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Arno Geneva Study Bible

(5) Nor of men sought we glory, neither of you, nor [yet] of others, when we might have been (e) burdensome, as the apostles of Christ. (5) To submit himself even to the basest, to win them, and to...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Arthur Peake's Commentary on the Bible

Paul's Defence of his Missionary Work. Paul had been charged by his opponents with being a wandering sophist making money out of his followers. He rebuts the charge and incidentally gives us a pict...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes

Nor. Greek. oute . sought we . seeking. glory . See p. 1511. others . App-124. when, &c . = though able to be. burdensome . Literally in (Greek. en) . burden, i.e. for. burden. Gree...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Calvin's Commentary on the Bible

6 ] When we might have exercised authority. Some interpret it— when we might have been burdensome, that is, might have loaded you with expense, but the connection requires that τὸ βαρὺ shou...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Clarke's commentary and critical notes on the Bible

Nor of men sought we glory, neither of you, nor yet of others, when we might have been burdensome, as the apostles of Christ. Nor of men sought we glory - As we preached not for worldly gain, so we...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Coke's Commentary on the Holy Bible

When we might have been burdensome,— The Apostle particularly refers to the right he had of being maintained at their charge. See 1 Thessalonians 2:9 . 2 Corinthians 11:9 . 1 Timothy 5:18 , and...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible

Nor of men sought we glory, neither of you, nor yet of others, when we might have been burdensome, as the apostles of Christ. Literally, 'Nor of men seeking glory.' The "of" х ex ( G1537 )...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible

The Nature of St. Paul's Life and Work at Thessalonica 2. The persecution at the Roman garrison-town of Philippi made a deep impression on St. Paul the Roman citizen ( Acts 16:19-40 ; Philippians...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Ellicott's Commentary On The Whole Bible

Glory — i.e., recognition of our splendid position, as in the phrase “giving glory to God,” i.e., “ recognising Him for what He is,” John 5:44 . (Comp. John 12:43 ; Romans 2:29 ; 1 Corinthia...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Expositor's Bible Commentary (Nicoll)

Chapter 5 APOLOGIA PRO VITA SUA 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 (R.V.) OUR first impression, as we read these verses, is that they contain little that is new. They simply expand the statement of cha...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Frederick Brotherton Meyer's Commentary

the Fruit of Unsparing Labor 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 Paul preached in great conflict of soul because of his passionate desire for the salvation of men. In this, many of the notable servants of G...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - G. Campbell Morgan's Exposition on the Whole Bible

It is evident that some of the Jews in Thessalonica had been discounting the apostle in his absence. He very definitely defends himself against such detraction, asserting that his preaching had been...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Hawker's Poor Man's Commentary

(1) В¶ For yourselves, brethren, know our entrance in unto you, that it was not in vain: (2) But even after that we had suffered before, and were shamefully entreated, as ye know, at Philippi, we wer...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - John Gill's Exposition of the Entire Bible

Nor of men sought we glory ,.... Honour, esteem, and popular applause; for though there is an honour that is due to the faithful ministers of the word, who are highly to be esteemed for their works'...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - John Trapp Complete Commentary

Nor of men sought we glory, neither of you, nor yet of others, when we might have been burdensome, as the apostles of Christ. Ver. 6. Nor of men sought we glory ] Theologus gloriae dicit malum...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Joseph Benson’s Commentary on the Old and New Testaments

For our exhortation That is, our preaching, a part being put for the whole; was not of deceit With a design to seduce or corrupt any one by false doctrine; or, we preach not a lie, but the truth...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - L. M. Grant's Commentary on the Bible

We are to consider now that which had great effect in producing the energetic, devoted response to the gospel such as we have seen in the Thessalonians. Certainly it is the Word of God itself that is...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Matthew Henry's Whole Bible Commentary

The Primitive Ministers. A. D. 51. 1 For yourselves, brethren, know our entrance in unto you,...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Matthew Poole's English Annotations on the Holy Bible

Nor of men sought we glory: this is the third vice he vindicates his ministry from. The word glory first signifies some excellency in any subject; secondly, this excellency as displaying and mani...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible

‘For neither at any time were we found using words of flattery, as you know, nor a pretext resulting from greed. God is witness. Nor seeking glory of men, neither from you nor from others, when we mi...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Preacher's Complete Homiletical Commentary

CRITICAL AND EXPLANATORY NOTES 1 Thessalonians 2:3 . For our exhortation. —The word reminds us of Christ’s word, “I will send you another Advocate”—“Paraclete.” Our advocacy of the gospel of Chr...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Sermon Bible Commentary

1 Thessalonians 2:5-9 The Apostle is very careful in describing the relation in which his ministry stood to the Thessalonians, to defend himself against all false charges, all insinuations or susp...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Sutcliffe's Commentary on the Old and New Testaments

Verse. 1-3. Ye know our entrance into Thessalonica our exhortation was not of deceit, or error to lead astray the simple, nor of uncleanness, nor in guile, as is the character of the judaizin...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - The Biblical Illustrator

For our exhortation was not of deceit, nor of uncleanness, nor in guile Exhortation The whole gospel preaching and message is so called, as permeated by, and living in, an atmosphere of gentle...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - The Complete Pulpit Commentary

EXPOSITION CONTENTS .—Paul turns from the reports of others to the experience of the readers. They themselves knew that his entrance was not powerless; although maltreated in Philippi, he was e...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - The Popular Commentary by Paul E. Kretzmann

Paul's Manner of Working in Thessalonica. 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 He came with the humble desire to serve God:
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

1 Corinthians 11:9 ; 1 Corinthians 12:13-15 ; 1 Corinthians 9:1 ; 1 Corinthians 9:12-18 ; 1 Corinthians 9:2 ; 1 Corinthians 9:4 ; 1 Corinthians 9:4-6 ; 1 Corinthians 9:6 ; 1 Thessalonians 2:...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Wells of Living Water Commentary

The Heart Life of the Apostle Paul 1 Thessalonians 2:1-20 INTRODUCTORY WORDS The opening verse of this remarkable chapter brings reminiscences of Paul's entrance into Thessalonica. This should...
1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Wesley's Explanatory Notes

Nor from others — Who would have honoured us more, if we had been burdensome — That is, taken state upon ourselves.

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Albert Barnes' Notes on the Bible

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Arno Geneva Study Bible

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Arthur Peake's Commentary on the Bible

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Calvin's Commentary on the Bible

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Clarke's commentary and critical notes on the Bible

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Coke's Commentary on the Holy Bible

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Ellicott's Commentary On The Whole Bible

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Expositor's Bible Commentary (Nicoll)

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Frederick Brotherton Meyer's Commentary

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - G. Campbell Morgan's Exposition on the Whole Bible

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Hawker's Poor Man's Commentary

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - John Gill's Exposition of the Entire Bible

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - John Trapp Complete Commentary

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Joseph Benson’s Commentary on the Old and New Testaments

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - L. M. Grant's Commentary on the Bible

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Matthew Henry's Whole Bible Commentary

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Matthew Poole's English Annotations on the Holy Bible

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Preacher's Complete Homiletical Commentary

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Sermon Bible Commentary

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Sutcliffe's Commentary on the Old and New Testaments

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - The Biblical Illustrator

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - The Complete Pulpit Commentary

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - The Popular Commentary by Paul E. Kretzmann

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Wells of Living Water Commentary

1 Thessalonians 2:6 - Wesley's Explanatory Notes