Topical Studies
What the Bible says about Congratulations
(From Forerunner Commentary)
Paul is not asking what had become of the blessedness, but it is an exclamation, referring to the "congratulations" (literally) the Galatians had formerly bestowed on him. This should read, "What then was the blessing you enjoyed?"
Paul testifies that the Galatians' feeling for him was once so intense that they would have given him their own eyes! This phrase represents tremendous self-sacrifice (Matthew 5:29). In addition, given that Galatians 4:14 refers to some kind of physical infirmity, it may have been a problem with his eyes—in which case the Galatians would have gone so far as to give him their own so he could be whole again.
David C. Grabbe
Related Topics: Paul's Physical Infirmity
Join 138,315+ readers
A Verse and a Thought,
Every Morning
Consistent Bible study is hard to start.
The Berean gives you the starting point: one scripture and a focused commentary in your inbox each morning — read it in minutes, or go as deep as you like.
Free, daily, and spam-free. We never share your address. Unsubscribe anytime.