Philippians 3:4

Though I might also have confidence in the flesh. If any other man thinketh that he hath whereof he might trust in the flesh, I more: Though I might also have confidence - If any of them have any cause to boast in outward rites and privileges, I have as much; yea, more.

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Albert Barnes' Notes on the Bible

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Wesley's Explanatory Notes

Though I — He subjoins this in the singular number, because the Philippians could not say thus.

⁴ Though I might also have confidence in the flesh. If any other man thinketh that he hath whereof he might trust in the flesh, I more:

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Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes

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John Gill's Exposition of the Entire Bible

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Wesley's Explanatory Notes

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