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2 Corinthians 10:11

such a one i.e. the man who speaks in this way. See note on ch. 2 Corinthians 2:7.

that, such as we are in word by letters It is evident that St Paul's opponents were not very measured in their opposition to him. Not only did they deny his Apostolic authority (1 Corinthians 9:1; 1 Corinthians 9:6), not only did they ridicule his appearance, but they even charged him with the grossest cowardice. For nothing is more contemptible than to utter loud threats when at a distance, and to subside into silence and meekness when confronted with an adversary. See note on. 2 Corinthians 10:1.

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