2 John 1:11

for he who greets him partakes in his wicked works.

Darby Translation

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 bring not this doctrine, do not receive him into [the] house, and greet him not;

12Having many things to write to you, I would not with paper and ink; but hope to come to you, and to speak mouth to mouth, that our joy may be full.

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Cross References

Psalms 50:18When thou sawest a thief, thou didst take pleasure in him, and thy portion was with adulterers;

1 Timothy 5:22Lay hands quickly on no man, nor partake in others' 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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