Which all are to perish with the using; a parenthetical remark thrown in by the apostle to show that these meats can bring no real defilement to the soul; for they all perish with the using, and pass away without touching the true inner man. Compare the exactly similar argument of our Saviour, Mark 7:14-23; which is the best commentary on the present passage.

After the commandments-of men; to be connected immediately with the words, "why-are ye subject to ordinances?" verse Colossians 2:20.

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