1 CORINTHIANS 16:11 — KING JAMES VERSION 0
“Let no man therefore despise him: but conduct him forth in peace, that he may come unto me: for I look for him with the brethren.”
No one, then, should refuse to accept him. Send him on his way in peace that he may return to me. I am expecting him along with the brothers — Timothy's mission requires the church's support and safe passage. His return to Paul suggests Timothy will report on Corinthian responses.
Church Fathers on 1 Corinthians 16:11
“Let no one therefore despise him.” And not this only does he demand of them, but also greater honor; wherefore also he says, “but set him forward in peace;” that is, without fear; causing no fightings or contentions, no enmities or hatreds, but rendering all subjection as to a teacher. “That he may come unto me: for I expect him with the brethren.” This also was the language of one that would alarm them. That is, in order that they might become more considerate, as knowing…
Nicene & Post-Nicene / Ante-Nicene Fathers translations · public domain
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