Lectionary Calendar
Thursday, December 18th, 2025
the Third Week of Advent
the Third Week of Advent
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Bible Commentaries
Scofield's Reference Notes Scofield's Notes
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Bibliographical Information
Scofield, C. I. "Scofield Reference Notes on 2 Corinthians 12". "Scofield Reference Notes (1917 Edition)". https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/srn/2-corinthians-12.html. 1917.
Scofield, C. I. "Scofield Reference Notes on 2 Corinthians 12". "Scofield Reference Notes (1917 Edition)". https://www.studylight.org/
Whole Bible (50)New Testament (18)Gospels Only (1)Individual Books (10)
Verse 2
third heaven
First heaven, of clouds; second, of stars; third, God's abode.
Verse 4
paradise
See note on hades, (See Scofield " :-") .
Verse 7
thorn
It has been conjectured that Paul's "thorn in the flesh" was chronic ophthalmia, inducing bodily weakness, and a repulsive appearance Galatians 4:15; 1 Corinthians 2:3; 1 Corinthians 2:4; 2 Corinthians 10:10. This cannot be positively known, and the reserve of Scripture is as sure a mark of inspiration as its revelations. Paul's particular "thorn" is not described that his consolations may avail for all to who any thorn is given.
Verse 9
perfect in
(See Scofield " :-") .
Verse 21
sinned
Sin. (See Scofield " :-") .