2 Corinthians 13:11

“Finally, brethren, farewell, etc..] Or “rejoice”, with spiritual joy in Christ, their Saviour and Redeemer; in his person, in whom they were accepted; in his righteousness, by which they were justified; in his blood, by which they were washed and cleansed; and in his fulness, from which they were supplied; and particularly, that they had such a faithful monitor, such an hearty well wisher of their souls' welfare, and who was so naturally and affectionately concerned for their good: be perfect; seek after perfection in knowledge, grace, and holiness, and in the performance of good works: or “be restored”; or jointed and knit together, as before; (see <471309>2 Corinthians 13:9) let every…”

“farewell--meaning in Greek also "rejoice"; thus in bidding farewell he returns to the point with which he set out, "we are helpers of your joy" (Co2 1:24; Phi 4:4). Be perfect--Become perfect by filling up what is lacking in your Christian character (Eph 4:13). be of good comfort-- (Co2 1:6; Co2 7:8-13; Th1 4:18).”

“Finally, brethren - (λοιπὸν loipon). The remainder; all that remains is for me to bid you an affectionate farewell. The word here rendered “farewell” (χαίρετε chairete), means usually to joy and rejoice, or to be glad; Luke 1:14; John 16:20, John 16:22; and it is often used in the sense of “joy to you,” “hail!” as a salutation; Matthew 26:49; Matthew 27:29. It is also used as a salutation at the beginning of an epistle, in the sense of greeting; Acts 15:23; Acts 23:26; James 1:1. It is generally agreed, however, that it is here to be understood in the sense of farewell, as a parting salutation, though it may be admitted that there is included in the word an expression of a wish for their…”

“Be perfect - Aspire to the highest degree of holiness. Be of good comfort - Filled with divine consolation. Be of one mind - Desire, labour, pray for it, to the utmost degree that is possible. 2 Corinthians 13:13”

“13:11-14 The letter’s conclusion includes Paul’s final appeal (13:11), greetings (13:12-13), and a blessing (13:14). 13:11 These last words are Paul’s final instructions. • Be joyful: See also Phil 3:1; 4:4. • Grow to maturity: See study note on 2 Cor 13:9—Paul’s encouragement might be that they aim for restoration. • Encourage each other: The need for encouragement has been very prominent in 2 Corinthians, beginning with 1:3-7. • Live in harmony: Literally Be of the same mind (as in Phil 2:1-4).”

“farewell: Luk 9:61; Act 15:29, Act 18:21, Act 23:30; Phi 4:4; Th1 5:16 \*Gr. Be perfect: Co2 13:9; Mat 5:48; Joh 17:23; Jam 1:4; Pe1 5:10 be of good: Co2 1:4; Mar 10:49; Rom 15:13; Th1 4:18; Th2 2:16, Th2 2:17 be of one: Rom 12:16, Rom 12:18, Rom 15:5, Rom 15:6; Co1 1:10; Eph 4:3; Phi 1:27, Phi 2:1-3, Phi 3:16, Phi 4:2; Pe1 3:8 live: Gen 37:4, Gen 45:24; Mar 9:50; Rom 12:18, Rom 14:19; Th1 5:13; Ti2 2:22; Heb 12:14; Jam 3:17, Jam 3:18; Pe1 3:11 the God: Rom 15:33, Rom 16:20; Phi 4:9; Th1 5:23; Heb 13:20; Jo1 4:8-16 with: Co2 13:14; Mat 1:23; Th2 3:16; Rev 22:21 2 Corinthians 13:12”