And. Note the Figure of speech Polysyndeton. Seven "ands" in verses: 2 Peter 1:5-7.
beside this, giving. Literally bringing in by the side of (Greek. parei sphero. Only here) this very thing.
diligence. Greek. spoude, as Jude 1:3.
add. minister, or supply. Greek. epickoregeo. See 2 Corinthians 9:10.
to. in. App-104.
knowledge. App-132.