For indeed he accepted the exhortation; but being more forward, of his own accord he went unto you.
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Interpretation
The apostle commends the brethren sent to collect their charity, that it might be known who they were, and how safely they might be trusted. It is the duty of all Christians to act prudently; to hinder, as far as we can, all unjust suspicions.
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This thought runs through 2 Corinthians 8:13-17.