neither, nor. Greek. oute.
used we. Literally were (became) we in (Greek. en).
flattering words. Literally. word (App-121.) of flattery.
cloke. pretence. Greek. prophasis. See Acts 27:30.
Related Commentaries of 1 Thessalonians 2:5
1 Thessalonians 2:5
5 For neither at any time used we flattering words, as ye know, nor a cloke of covetousness; God is witness: