2 John 1:11

For he who speaks to him to rejoice, partakes of his evil works.

A Conservative Version

In The King James Version

For he that biddeth him God speed is partaker of his evil deeds.

In Context

10If any man comes to you, and does not bring this doctrine, do not receive him into a house, and do not speak to him to rejoice.

12Having many things, I did not want to write to you by paper and ink, but I hope to come to you, and to speak mouth to mouth, so that our joy may be filled.

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Cross References

Psalms 50:18When thou saw a thief, thou consented with him, and have been partaker with adulterers.

1 Timothy 5:22Lay hands hastily on no man, nor contribute to other sins. Keep thyself pure.

Matthew Henry on 2 John 1:11-12

Caution against Seducers. ( a. d. 90.) 10 If there come any unto you, and bring not this doctrine, receive him not into your house, neither bid him God speed: 11 For he that biddeth him God speed is partaker of his evil deeds. Here, I. Upon due warning given concerning seducers, the apostle gives direction concerning the treatment of such. They are not to be entertained as the ministers of Christ. The Lord Christ will distinguish them from such, and so would he have his disciples. The direction is negative. 1.… Read the whole commentary →

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