2 Corinthians 11:32-33

Verses 32-33

32, 33. Commentators are much puzzled to know why Paul gives this narrative just here. Its purpose is, as we think, to confirm the truth of the asseveration of 2 Corinthians 11:31, which asserts the solemn truth of 2 Corinthians 11:22-29. From the mass of his past endurances for Christ he selects, as specimen and proof of all the rest, one great notorious historical fact, occurring at the very commencement of his career a fair keynote to the whole. This occurred, indeed, in distant Damascus, and a good while ago. It is, however, narrated by Luke; was doubtless known at Jerusalem; and had a notoriety beyond challenge in Corinth. See note on 2 Corinthians 11:33.

Whedon's Commentary on the Bible

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Daniel Whedon

Whedon's Commentary on the Bible

Daniel Whedon was born in 1808 in Onondaga, N.Y. Dr. Whedon was well qualified as a commentator. He was professor of Ancient Languages in Wesleyan University, studied law and had some years of pastoral experience. He was editor of the Methodist Quarterly Review for more than twenty years. Besides many articles for religious papers he was also the author of the well-known and important work, Freedom of the Will. Dr. Whedon was noted for his incisive, vigorous style, both as preacher and writer. He died at Atlantic Highlands, N.J., June 8, 1885.Whedon was a pivotal figure in the struggle between Calvinism and Arminianism in the nineteenth-centry America. As a result of his efforts, some historians have concluded that he was responsible for a new doctrine of man that was more dependent upon philosophical principles than scripture.... Show more

Dr. Daniel D. Whedon was a central figure in the struggle between Calvinism and Arminianism. He devoted 25 years to writing the New Testament commentaries. Other authors wrote the Old Testament commentaries with Whedon serving as the editor. Study the bible online.... Show more

Verses 32-33

Whedon's Commentary on the Bible

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