Partly, whilst ye were made a gazingstock both by reproaches and afflictions; and partly, whilst ye became companions of them that were so used.
The persecutions referred to were probably endured by the Hebrew Christians at their first conversion, not only in Palestine, but also in Rome and elsewhere, the Jews inciting the populace and the Roman authorities against Christians.
Gazing-stock - as in a theater х theatrizomenoi (G2301)], often used as the place of punishment in the presence of assembled multitudes. Acts 19:29; 1 Corinthians 4:9, 'Made a theatrical spectacle х theatron (G2302)] to the world.'
Ye became - of your own accord: attesting your sympathy with suffering brethren.
Companions of - sharers in affliction with [koinonoi].