2 Peter 2:10 - Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible

Bible Comments

But chiefly them that walk after the flesh in the lust of uncleanness, and despise government. Presumptuous are they, selfwilled, they are not afraid to speak evil of dignities. Chiefly - they especially will be punished (Jude 1:8). After - following after. Lust of uncleanness, х miasmou (G3394)] - defilement. Government, х kurioteetos (G2963)] - "dominion" (Jude 1:8). Presumptuous, х tolmeetai (G5113)]. Self-will begets presumption: presumptuously 'daring.' Are not afraid - though so insignificant in might. х Ou (G3756) tremousin (G5141), 'tremble not' (Jude 1:8, end).]

Speak evil of - Greek, 'blaspheme.' Dignities, х doxas (G1391)] - 'glories.'

2 Peter 2:10

10 But chiefly them that walk after the flesh in the lust of uncleanness, and despise government.b Presumptuous are they, selfwilled, they are not afraid to speak evil of dignities.