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Jamieson, Fausset & Brown on 1 John 4:5

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Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible
Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset & David Brown · 19th-century historical commentary
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of the world--They derive their spirit and teaching from the world, "unregenerate human nature, ruled over and possessed by Satan, the prince of this world" [ALFORD]. speak they of the word--They draw the matter of their conversation from the life, opinions, and feelings of the world. the world heareth them-- (Joh 15:18-19). The world loves its own.
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