1 Timothy 6:7-8

The Pulpit Commentary - 1 Timothy 6:7

The for this , A.V.; for neither can we for and it is certain we can , A.V. and T.R.; anything for nothing , A.V. For neither , etc. The omission of δῆλον in the R.T., though justified by many of the best manuscripts, makes it difficult to construe the sentence, unless, with Buttman, we consider ὅτι as elliptical for δῆλον ὅτι , The R.V. "for neither" seems to imply that the truth, "neither can we carry anything out," is a consequence of the previous truth... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 1 Timothy 6:8

But for and , A.V.; covering for raiment , A.V.; we shall be for let us be , A.V. Food ( διατροφάς ); here only in the New Testament, but common in the LXX ., rare in classical Greek. Covering ( σκεπάσματα ); also a ἅπαξ λεγόμενον in the New Testament, not found in the LXX ., and rare in classical Greek. The kindred words, σκέπη and σκέπας , with their derivatives, are used of the covering or shelter of clothes, or tents, or houses. St. Paul may... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 1 Timothy 6:7

For we brought nothing into this world ... - A sentiment very similar to this occurs in Job 1:21 - and it would seem probable that the apostle had that passage in his eye; see the notes on that passage. Numerous expressions of this kind occur in the classic writers; see Wetstein, in loc., and Pricaeus, in loc. in the Critici Sacri. Of the truth of what is here said, there can be nothing more obvious. It is apparent to all. We bring no property with us into the world - no clothing, no jewels, no... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 1 Timothy 6:8

And having food and raiment - Food and raiment, here, seem to be used to denote supplies for our needs in general. It is not uncommon to denote the whole by a part, and, as these are the principal things which we really need, and without which life could not be sustained, the apostle uses the phrase to denote all that is really necessary for us. We cannot suppose that he would forbid a desire of a comfortable habitation, or of the means of knowledge, or of conveniences for worshipping God, etc.... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - 1 Timothy 6:6-10

1 Timothy 6:6-10. But godliness The genuine fear and love of God, and obedience to his will; with contentment The inseparable companion of vital piety; is great gain Brings unspeakable profit in time as well as in eternity, and indeed is the only true abiding gain; for all other gain is perishing. For we brought nothing into this world But were thrown naked upon the indulgent provision which our gracious Creator has been pleased to make for us; and it is certain Whatever treasures... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - 1 Timothy 6:3-16

Trouble-makers and God’s servant (6:3-16)The teaching of the false teachers differs from that of Christ, and their conduct likewise differs. Their kind of teaching arises out of pride and creates argument, which in turn leads to suspicious thoughts and insulting talk about others. Paul knows that their real reason for setting themselves up as Christian teachers is to become rich (3-5).Christianity does make a person rich, but not in the way the false teachers think. Christians are rich when... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - 1 Timothy 6:7

nothing. Greek. oudeis . into. App-104 . world. App-129 . and it is certain. Read "neither" (Greek. oude) . This makes with the second ouden a double negative. certain. The texts omit. read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - 1 Timothy 6:8

food = nourishment. Greek. diatrophe . Only here. raiment = covering, perhaps including shelter. Greek. skepasma , Only here. content . Same word as 2 Corinthians 12:9 (sufficient). Hebrews 13:5 . read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - 1 Timothy 6:7

for we brought nothing into the world, for neither can we carry anything out;"There are no pockets in shrouds" is one of the oldest proverbs; and Paul, by these stern words, warns against the temptation to make any kind of worldly gain the sum and all of one's life. "A man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he hath," said the Saviour (Luke 12:15). read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - 1 Timothy 6:8

but having food and covering we shall be therewith content.Food, clothing and shelter are the three basic needs of mankind; and all three are included here. "The use of the word COVERING here seems designed to favor this double application."[14] Whoever, therefore, has food to eat, clothes to wear and shelter from the elements, with something left over for the aid of others is RICH! As Gould said, "This is a rigorous standard,"[15] and by it, there are a great many rich people.[14] Ibid.[15] J.... read more

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