For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to boast of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel!
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Cornelius a Lapide
AD 1637
Woe is unto me if I preach not the gospel. It appears from this that strict injunctions were given to the Apostles (S. Matthew 28:19) to preach the Gospel and teach all nations, insomuch that, if they had neglected to do Song of Solomon , they would have sinned mortally. For on those that neglect this their duty he pronounces the woe of the wrath of God and of hell. By the same injunctions all pasters, Bishops, and Archbishops are now bound. Cf. chap. i17.
