2 John 1:11

For the man who greets him shares in his wicked work.

Montgomery New Testament

In The King James Version

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

In Context

10If any one come to you and does not bring this teaching, do not receive him into your house, nor give him any greeting.

12I have many things to write to you, but I would not write them with paper and ink. I hope to come to you and to talk with you face to face, so that your joy may be full.

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Cross References

1 Timothy 5:22Never ordain any one hastily, nor take part in the wrong-doing of others. Keep yourself 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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