3 John 1:8 - Clarke's commentary and critical notes on the Bible

Bible Comments

We therefore ought to receive such, that we might be fellowhelpers to the truth. We therefore ought to receive such - Those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, and have professed the truth at the hazard of their lives, and the loss of all their worldly substance. Instead of απολαμβανειν, to receive, the most ancient and reputable MSS. have ὑπολαμβανειν, to take up, undertake for, or kindly receive.

Fellow helpers to the truth - And thus encourage the persecuted, and contribute to the spread and maintenance of the Gospel.

3 John 1:8

8 We therefore ought to receive such, that we might be fellowhelpersd to the truth.