In part [α π ο μ ε ρ ο υ ς]. Referring to the partial understanding of his character and motives by the Corinthians.

15 Before [π ρ ο τ ε ρ ο ν]. Rather, first of all. Instead of going first to the Macedonians, as he afterward decided. See 1 Corinthians 16:5.

Second benefit (deuteran carin). Benefit is, literally, grace. Not a mere pleasurable experience through Paul's visit, but a divine bestowal of grace. Compare Romans 1:11. Second refers to his original plan to visit Corinth twice, on his way to Macedonia and on his return.

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