Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - 1 Corinthians 13:4
4. Charity The love of the apostle is not merely an emotion, but also a principle and purpose. It is, indeed, more or less grounded in the moral and sentimental feeling, but it often exists in full action in unemotional persons. It is a strong wish, desire, and purpose for the happiness of another or others, and a happiness in seeing that other’s happiness accomplished. It is verified by the blessed Spirit; it co-exists with the love of God. The two great commandments are, supreme love to... read more
Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - 1 Corinthians 13:1-13
2. Infinite superiority of Love over Gifts, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. The central gift of Christianity not transient but permanent the diamond excellence of which all other virtues are a phase is LOVE. And to rouse his Corinthians above their eagerness after the transient, the apostle tasks all his powers to present the diamond before their eyes in its most attractive brilliancy. All critics view this passage as one of Paul’s genuine gems. It has something of the rhythm, as well as the... read more