2 Corinthians
Inspired Version (1:1)
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timothy, our brother, unto the church of God which is at Corinth, with all the saints which are in all Achaia:
Greek (1:1)
Παῦλος (Paul), ἀπόστολος (apostle) Χριστοῦ (of Christ) Ἰησοῦ (Jesus) διὰ (by) θελήματος (the will) Θεοῦ (of God), καὶ (and) Τιμόθεος (Timothy), ὁ (the) ἀδελφὸς (brother), Τῇ (To the) ἐκκλησίᾳ (church) τοῦ (‑) Θεοῦ (of God) τῇ (‑) οὔσῃ (being) ἐν (in) Κορίνθῳ (Corinth), σὺν (with) τοῖς (the) ἁγίοις (saints) πᾶσιν (all) τοῖς (‑) οὖσιν (being) ἐν (in) ὅλῃ (all) τῇ (‑) Ἀχαΐᾳ (Achaia).
KJV (1:1)
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, unto the church of God which is at Corinth, with all the saints which are in all Achaia:
Inspired Version (1:2)
Grace be to you and peace, from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ.
Greek (1:2)
KJV (1:2)
Grace be to you and peace from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ.
Inspired Version (1:3)
Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort,
Greek (1:3)
KJV (1:3)
Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort;
Inspired Version (1:4)
Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.
Greek (1:4)
ὁ (the One) παρακαλῶν (comforting) ἡμᾶς (us) ἐπὶ (in) πάσῃ (all) τῇ (the) θλίψει (tribulation) ἡμῶν (of us), εἰς (for) τὸ (‑) δύνασθαι (to be able) ἡμᾶς (us) παρακαλεῖν (to comfort) τοὺς (those) ἐν (in) πάσῃ (every) θλίψει (tribulation) διὰ (through) τῆς (the) παρακλήσεως (comfort) ἧς (with which) παρακαλούμεθα (we are comforted) αὐτοὶ (ourselves) ὑπὸ (by) τοῦ (‑) Θεοῦ (God),
KJV (1:4)
Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.
Inspired Version (1:5)
For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ.
Greek (1:5)
KJV (1:5)
For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ.
Inspired Version (1:6)
And whether we be afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effectual in the enduring of the same sufferings which we also suffer; or whether we be comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation.
Greek (1:6)
Εἴτε (If) δὲ (however) θλιβόμεθα (we are constricted), ὑπὲρ (it is for) τῆς (‑) ὑμῶν (your) παρακλήσεως (comfort) καὶ (and) σωτηρίας (salvation); εἴτε (if) παρακαλούμεθα (we are encouraged), ὑπὲρ (it is for) τῆς (‑) ὑμῶν (your) παρακλήσεως (comfort), τῆς (‑) ἐνεργουμένης (operating) ἐν (in) ὑπομονῇ (the endurance) τῶν (of the) αὐτῶν (same) παθημάτων (sufferings) ὧν (that) καὶ (also) ἡμεῖς (we) πάσχομεν (suffer).
KJV (1:6)
And whether we be afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effectual in the enduring of the same sufferings which we also suffer: or whether we be comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation.
Inspired Version (1:7)
And our hope of you is steadfast, knowing, that as ye are partakers of the sufferings, so shall ye be also of the consolation.
Greek (1:7)
KJV (1:7)
And our hope of you is steadfast, knowing, that as ye are partakers of the sufferings, so shall ye be also of the consolation.
Inspired Version (1:8)
For we would not, brethren, have you ignorant of our trouble which came to us in Asia, that we were pressed out of measure, above strength, insomuch that we despaired even of life;
Greek (1:8)
Οὐ (Not) γὰρ (for) θέλομεν (do we want) ὑμᾶς (you) ἀγνοεῖν (to be ignorant) ἀδελφοί (brothers), ὑπὲρ (as to) τῆς (the) θλίψεως (affliction) ἡμῶν (of us) τῆς (‑) γενομένης (having happened) ἐν (in) τῇ (‑) Ἀσίᾳ (Asia), ὅτι (that) καθ’ (against) ὑπερβολὴν (excessively) ὑπὲρ (beyond our) δύναμιν (power), ἐβαρήθημεν (we were weighed), ὥστε (so as) ἐξαπορηθῆναι (to despair) ἡμᾶς (for us) καὶ (even) τοῦ (‑) ζῆν (to live).
KJV (1:8)
For we would not, brethren, have you ignorant of our trouble which came to us in Asia, that we were pressed out of measure, above strength, insomuch that we despaired even of life:
Inspired Version (1:9)
But we had the sentence of death in ourselves, that we should not trust in ourselves, but in God which raiseth the dead,
Greek (1:9)
ἀλλὰ (But) αὐτοὶ (we) ἐν (in) ἑαυτοῖς (ourselves), τὸ (the) ἀπόκριμα (sentence) τοῦ (‑) θανάτου (of death) ἐσχήκαμεν (had), ἵνα (in order that) μὴ (not) πεποιθότες (trusting) ὦμεν (we should be) ἐφ’ (in) ἑαυτοῖς (ourselves), ἀλλ’ (but) ἐπὶ (in) τῷ (‑) Θεῷ (God), τῷ (the One) ἐγείροντι (raising) τοὺς (the) νεκρούς (dead),
KJV (1:9)
But we had the sentence of death in ourselves, that we should not trust in ourselves, but in God which raiseth the dead:
Inspired Version (1:10)
Who delivered us from so great a death and doth deliver, in whom we trust that he will yet deliver us,
Greek (1:10)
KJV (1:10)
Who delivered us from so great a death, and doth deliver: in whom we trust that he will yet deliver us;
Inspired Version (1:11)
Ye also helping together by prayer for us, that for the gift--bestowed upon us by the means of many persons--thanks may be given by many on our behalf.
Greek (1:11)
συνυπουργούντων (joining together) καὶ (also) ὑμῶν (of you) ὑπὲρ (for) ἡμῶν (us) τῇ (by) δεήσει (supplication), ἵνα (so that) ἐκ (by) πολλῶν (many) προσώπων (persons), τὸ (for the) εἰς (toward) ἡμᾶς (us) χάρισμα (grace bestowed), διὰ (through) πολλῶν (many), εὐχαριστηθῇ (thanks may be given) ὑπὲρ (for) ἡμῶν (us).
KJV (1:11)
Ye also helping together by prayer for us, that for the gift bestowed upon us by the means of many persons thanks may be given by many on our behalf.
Inspired Version (1:12)
For our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly wisdom, but by the grace of God, we have had our conversation in the world and more abundantly to you-ward.
Greek (1:12)
Ἡ (‑) γὰρ (For) καύχησις (the boasting) ἡμῶν (of us) αὕτη (this) ἐστίν (is), τὸ (the) μαρτύριον (testimony) τῆς (of the) συνειδήσεως (conscience) ἡμῶν (of us), ὅτι (that) ἐν (in) ἁγιότητι (the holiness) καὶ (and) εἰλικρινείᾳ (sincerity) τοῦ (‑) Θεοῦ (of God), [καὶ] (and) οὐκ (not) ἐν (in) σοφίᾳ (wisdom) σαρκικῇ (fleshly), ἀλλ’ (but) ἐν (in) χάριτι (the grace) Θεοῦ (of God), ἀνεστράφημεν (we have conducted ourselves) ἐν (in) τῷ (the) κόσμῳ (world), περισσοτέρως (more abundantly) δὲ (now) πρὸς (toward) ὑμᾶς (you).
KJV (1:12)
For our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly wisdom, but by the grace of God, we have had our conversation in the world, and more abundantly to you-ward.
Inspired Version (1:13)
For we write none other things unto you than what ye read or acknowledge; and I trust ye shall acknowledge even to the end,
Greek (1:13)
KJV (1:13)
For we write none other things unto you, than what ye read or acknowledge; and I trust ye shall acknowledge even to the end;
Inspired Version (1:14)
As also ye have acknowledged us in part, that we are your rejoicing, even as ye also are ours in the day of the Lord Jesus.
Greek (1:14)
KJV (1:14)
As also ye have acknowledged us in part, that we are your rejoicing, even as ye also are ours in the day of the Lord Jesus.
Inspired Version (1:15)
And in this confidence I was minded to come unto you before, that ye might have a second benefit,
Greek (1:15)
KJV (1:15)
And in this confidence I was minded to come unto you before, that ye might have a second benefit;
Inspired Version (1:16)
And to pass by you into Macedonia, and to come again out of Macedonia unto you, and of you to be brought on my way toward Judea.
Greek (1:16)
KJV (1:16)
And to pass by you into Macedonia, and to come again out of Macedonia unto you, and of you to be brought on my way toward Judea.
Inspired Version (1:17)
When I, therefore, was thus minded, did I use lightness? Or the things that I purpose, do I purpose according to the flesh, that with me there shall be yea, yea, and nay, nay?
Greek (1:17)
Τοῦτο (Thus) οὖν (therefore) βουλόμενος (purposing), μήτι (not) ἄρα (then) τῇ (‑) ἐλαφρίᾳ (lightness) ἐχρησάμην (did I use)? ἢ (Or) ἃ (what) βουλεύομαι (I purpose), κατὰ (according to) σάρκα (flesh) βουλεύομαι (do I purpose), ἵνα (so that) ᾖ (there should be) παρ’ (with) ἐμοὶ (me) τό (‑) “Ναί (Yes), ναὶ (yes),” καὶ (and) τὸ (‑) “Οὔ (No), οὔ (no)?”?
KJV (1:17)
When I therefore was thus minded, did I use lightness? or the things that I purpose, do I purpose according to the flesh, that with me there should be yea yea, and nay nay?
Inspired Version (1:18)
But as God is true, our word toward you was not yea and nay.
Greek (1:18)
KJV (1:18)
But as God is true, our word toward you was not yea and nay.
Inspired Version (1:19)
For the Son of God, Jesus Christ, who was preached among you by us, even by me and Silvanus and Timotheus, was not yea and nay, but in him was yea.
Greek (1:19)
ὁ (The) τοῦ (‑) Θεοῦ (of God) γὰρ (for) Υἱὸς (Son), Χριστὸς (Christ) ⇔ Ἰησοῦς (Jesus), ὁ (the One) ἐν (among) ὑμῖν (you) δι’ (by) ἡμῶν (us) κηρυχθείς (having been proclaimed) δι’ (by) ἐμοῦ (me) καὶ (and) Σιλουανοῦ (Silvanus) καὶ (and) Τιμοθέου (Timothy), οὐκ (not) ἐγένετο (was) “Ναί (Yes)” καὶ (and) “Οὔ (No),” ἀλλὰ (but) “Ναί (Yes)” ἐν (in) αὐτῷ (Him) γέγονεν (it has always been).
KJV (1:19)
For the Son of God, Jesus Christ, who was preached among you by us, even by me and Silvanus and Timotheus, was not yea and nay, but in him was yea.
Inspired Version (1:20)
For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
Greek (1:20)
KJV (1:20)
For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
Inspired Version (1:21)
Now he which stablisheth us with you in Christ and hath anointed us is God,
Greek (1:21)
KJV (1:21)
Now he which stablisheth us with you in Christ, and hath anointed us, is God;
Inspired Version (1:22)
Who hath also sealed us and given the earnest of the Spirit in our hearts.
Greek (1:22)
KJV (1:22)
Who hath also sealed us, and given the earnest of the Spirit in our hearts.
Inspired Version (1:23)
Moreover, I call God for a record upon my soul, that to spare you I came not as yet unto Corinth.
Greek (1:23)
KJV (1:23)
Moreover I call God for a record upon my soul, that to spare you I came not as yet unto Corinth.
Inspired Version (1:24)
Not for that we have dominion over your faith, but are helpers of your joy; for by faith ye stand.
Greek (1:24)
KJV (1:24)
Not for that we have dominion over your faith, but are helpers of your joy: for by faith ye stand.
Inspired Version (2:1)
But I determined this with myself, that I would not come again to you in heaviness.
Greek (2:1)
KJV (2:1)
But I determined this with myself, that I would not come again to you in heaviness.
Inspired Version (2:2)
For if I make you sorry, who is he then that maketh me glad, but the same which is made sorry by me?
Greek (2:2)
KJV (2:2)
For if I make you sorry, who is he then that maketh me glad, but the same which is made sorry by me?
Inspired Version (2:3)
And I wrote this same unto you, lest, when I came, I should have sorrow from them of whom I ought to rejoice, having confidence in you all, that my joy is the joy of you all.
Greek (2:3)
καὶ (And) ἔγραψα (I wrote) τοῦτο (this) αὐτὸ (same thing), ἵνα (so that) μὴ (not), ἐλθὼν (having come), λύπην (grief) σχῶ (I might have) ἀφ’ (from those) ὧν (of whom) ἔδει (it behooves) με (me) χαίρειν (to rejoice), πεποιθὼς (trusting) ἐπὶ (in) πάντας (all) ὑμᾶς (you), ὅτι (that) ἡ (‑) ἐμὴ (my) χαρὰ (joy) πάντων (of all) ὑμῶν (of you) ἐστιν (is).
KJV (2:3)
And I wrote this same unto you, lest, when I came, I should have sorrow from them of whom I ought to rejoice; having confidence in you all, that my joy is the joy of you all.
Inspired Version (2:4)
For out of much affliction and anguish of heart I wrote unto you with many tears, not that ye should be grieved, but that ye might know the love which I have more abundantly unto you.
Greek (2:4)
ἐκ (Out of) γὰρ (for) πολλῆς (much) θλίψεως (affliction) καὶ (and) συνοχῆς (anguish) καρδίας (of heart) ἔγραψα (I wrote) ὑμῖν (to you) διὰ (through) πολλῶν (many) δακρύων (tears), οὐχ (not) ἵνα (that) λυπηθῆτε (you might be grieved), ἀλλὰ (but) τὴν (the) ἀγάπην (love) ἵνα (that) γνῶτε (you might know) ἣν (that) ἔχω (I have) περισσοτέρως (more abundantly) εἰς (toward) ὑμᾶς (you).
KJV (2:4)
For out of much affliction and anguish of heart I wrote unto you with many tears; not that ye should be grieved, but that ye might know the love which I have more abundantly unto you.
Inspired Version (2:5)
But if any have caused grief, he hath not grieved me, but in part, that I may not overcharge you all.
Greek (2:5)
KJV (2:5)
But if any have caused grief, he hath not grieved me, but in part: that I may not overcharge you all.
Inspired Version (2:6)
Sufficient to such a man is this punishment, which was inflicted of many.
Greek (2:6)
KJV (2:6)
Sufficient to such a man is this punishment, which was inflicted of many.
Inspired Version (2:7)
So that contrariwise ye ought rather to forgive him and comfort him, lest perhaps such a one should be swallowed up with overmuch sorrow.
Greek (2:7)
ὥστε (so that) τοὐναντίον (on the contrary) μᾶλλον (rather) ὑμᾶς (for you) χαρίσασθαι (to forgive) καὶ (and) παρακαλέσαι (to comfort him), μή (lest) πως (perhaps) τῇ (‑) περισσοτέρᾳ (by more abundant) λύπῃ (sorrow) καταποθῇ (should be overwhelmed) ὁ (‑) τοιοῦτος (such a one).
KJV (2:7)
So that contrariwise ye ought rather to forgive him, and comfort him, lest perhaps such a one should be swallowed up with overmuch sorrow.
Inspired Version (2:8)
Wherefore, I beseech you that ye would confirm your love toward him.
Greek (2:8)
KJV (2:8)
Wherefore I beseech you that ye would confirm your love toward him.
Inspired Version (2:9)
For to this end also did I write, that I might know the proof of you, whether ye be obedient in all things.
Greek (2:9)
KJV (2:9)
For to this end also did I write, that I might know the proof of you, whether ye be obedient in all things.
Inspired Version (2:10)
To whom ye forgive anything, I forgive also; for if I forgave anything, to whom I forgave it, for your sakes forgive I it in the person of Christ,
Greek (2:10)
KJV (2:10)
To whom ye forgive any thing, I forgive also: for if I forgave any thing, to whom I forgave it, for your sakes forgave I it in the person of Christ;
Inspired Version (2:11)
Lest Satan should get an advantage of us; for we are not ignorant of his devices.
Greek (2:11)
KJV (2:11)
Lest Satan should get an advantage of us: for we are not ignorant of his devices.
Inspired Version (2:12)
Furthermore, when I came to Troas to preach Christ's gospel and a door was opened unto me of the Lord,
Greek (2:12)
KJV (2:12)
Furthermore, when I came to Troas to preach Christ's gospel, and a door was opened unto me of the Lord,
Inspired Version (2:13)
I had no rest in my spirit because I found not Titus my brother; but taking my leave of them, I went from thence into Macedonia.
Greek (2:13)
οὐκ (not) ἔσχηκα (I had) ἄνεσιν (rest) τῷ (in the) πνεύματί (spirit) μου (of me), τῷ (in the) μὴ (not) εὑρεῖν (finding) με (my) Τίτον (Titus) τὸν (the) ἀδελφόν (brother) μου (of me); ἀλλὰ (instead), ἀποταξάμενος (having taken leave of) αὐτοῖς (them), ἐξῆλθον (I went out) εἰς (to) Μακεδονίαν (Macedonia).
KJV (2:13)
I had no rest in my spirit, because I found not Titus my brother: but taking my leave of them, I went from thence into Macedonia.
Inspired Version (2:14)
Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ and makest manifest the savor of his knowledge by us in every place.
Greek (2:14)
Τῷ (To) δὲ (however) Θεῷ (God) χάρις (be thanks), τῷ (the One) πάντοτε (always) θριαμβεύοντι (leading in triumph) ἡμᾶς (us) ἐν (in) τῷ (‑) Χριστῷ (Christ), καὶ (and) τὴν (the) ὀσμὴν (fragrance) τῆς (of the) γνώσεως (knowledge) αὐτοῦ (of Him) φανεροῦντι (making manifest) δι’ (through) ἡμῶν (us) ἐν (in) παντὶ (every) τόπῳ (place).
KJV (2:14)
Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the savor of his knowledge by us in every place.
Inspired Version (2:15)
For we are unto God a sweet savor of Christ, in them that are saved and in them that perish;
Greek (2:15)
KJV (2:15)
For we are unto God a sweet savor of Christ, in them that are saved, and in them that perish:
Inspired Version (2:16)
To the one, we are the savor of death unto death; and to the other, the savor of life unto life. And who is sufficient for these things?
Greek (2:16)
KJV (2:16)
To the one we are the savor of death unto death; and to the other the savor of life unto life. And who is sufficient for these things?
Inspired Version (2:17)
For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God; but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ.
Greek (2:17)
Οὐ (Not) γάρ (for) ἐσμεν (we are), ὡς (like) οἱ (the) πολλοὶ (many), καπηλεύοντες (peddling) τὸν (the) λόγον (word) τοῦ (‑) Θεοῦ (of God); ἀλλ’ (but) ὡς (as) ἐξ (of) εἰλικρινείας (sincerity), ἀλλ’ (but) ὡς (as) ἐκ (of) Θεοῦ (God), κατέναντι (before) Θεοῦ (God) ἐν (in) Χριστῷ (Christ) λαλοῦμεν (we speak).
KJV (2:17)
For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ.
Inspired Version (3:1)
Do we begin again to commend ourselves? Or need we, as some others, epistles of commendation to you or letters of commendation from you?
Greek (3:1)
KJV (3:1)
Do we begin again to commend ourselves? or need we, as some others, epistles of commendation to you, or letters of commendation from you?
Inspired Version (3:2)
Ye are our epistle written in our hearts, known and read of all men;
Greek (3:2)
KJV (3:2)
Ye are our epistle written in our hearts, known and read of all men:
Inspired Version (3:3)
Forasmuch as ye are manifestly declared to be the epistle of Christ ministered by us, written not with ink, but with the Spirit of the living God--not in tables of stone, but in fleshly tables of the heart.
Greek (3:3)
φανερούμενοι (being revealed) ὅτι (that) ἐστὲ (you are) ἐπιστολὴ (a letter) Χριστοῦ (of Christ), διακονηθεῖσα (having been ministered to) ὑφ’ (by) ἡμῶν (us), ἐνγεγραμμένη (having been inscribed) οὐ (not) μέλανι (in ink) ἀλλὰ (but) Πνεύματι (with the Spirit) Θεοῦ (of God) ζῶντος (the living), οὐκ (not) ἐν (on) πλαξὶν (tablets) λιθίναις (of stone) ἀλλ’ (but) ἐν (on) πλαξὶν (tablets) καρδίαις (of hearts) σαρκίναις (human).
KJV (3:3)
Forasmuch as ye are manifestly declared to be the epistle of Christ ministered by us, written not with ink, but with the Spirit of the living God; not in tables of stone, but in fleshy tables of the heart.
Inspired Version (3:4)
And such trust have we through Christ toward God.
Greek (3:4)
KJV (3:4)
And such trust have we through Christ to God-ward:
Inspired Version (3:5)
Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think anything as of ourselves; but our sufficiency is of God,
Greek (3:5)
KJV (3:5)
Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think any thing as of ourselves; but our sufficiency is of God;
Inspired Version (3:6)
Who also hath made us able ministers of the new testament--not of the letter, but of the Spirit; for the letter killeth, but the Spirit giveth life.
Greek (3:6)
ὃς (who) καὶ (also) ἱκάνωσεν (has made competent) ἡμᾶς (us as) διακόνους (ministers) καινῆς (of a new) διαθήκης (covenant), οὐ (not) γράμματος (of the letter) ἀλλὰ (but) πνεύματος (of the Spirit); τὸ (the) γὰρ (for) γράμμα (letter) ἀποκτέννει* (kills), τὸ (‑) δὲ (but) πνεῦμα (the Spirit) ζωοποιεῖ (gives life).
KJV (3:6)
Who also hath made us able ministers of the new testament; not of the letter, but of the spirit: for the letter killeth, but the spirit giveth life.
Inspired Version (3:7)
But if the ministration of death, written and engraven in stones, was glorious, so that the children of Israel could not steadfastly behold the face of Moses for the glory of his countenance, which glory was to be done away,
Greek (3:7)
Εἰ (If) δὲ (now) ἡ (the) διακονία (ministry) τοῦ (‑) θανάτου (of death), ἐν (in) γράμμασιν (letters) ἐντετυπωμένη (having been engraved) λίθοις (on stones), ἐγενήθη (was produced) ἐν (in) δόξῃ (glory), ὥστε (so as for) μὴ (not) δύνασθαι (to be able) ἀτενίσαι (to look intently) τοὺς (the) υἱοὺς (sons) Ἰσραὴλ (of Israel) εἰς (into) τὸ (the) πρόσωπον (face) Μωϋσέως (of Moses), διὰ (on account of) τὴν (the) δόξαν (glory) τοῦ (of the) προσώπου (face) αὐτοῦ (of him), τὴν (which) καταργουμένην (is fading),
KJV (3:7)
But if the ministration of death, written and engraven in stones, was glorious, so that the children of Israel could not steadfastly behold the face of Moses for the glory of his countenance; which glory was to be done away:
Inspired Version (3:8)
How shall not the ministration of the Spirit be rather glorious?
Greek (3:8)
KJV (3:8)
How shall not the ministration of the spirit be rather glorious?
Inspired Version (3:9)
For if the ministration of condemnation be glory, much more doth the ministration of righteousness exceed in glory.
Greek (3:9)
εἰ (If) γὰρ (for) τῇ* (in the) διακονία (ministry) τῆς (‑) κατακρίσεως (of condemnation was) δόξα (glory), πολλῷ (much) μᾶλλον (more) περισσεύει (abounds) ἡ (the) διακονία (ministry) τῆς (‑) δικαιοσύνης (of righteousness) δόξῃ (in glory)!
KJV (3:9)
For if the ministration of condemnation be glory, much more doth the ministration of righteousness exceed in glory.
Inspired Version (3:10)
For even that which was made glorious had no glory in this respect, by reason of the glory that excelleth.
Greek (3:10)
καὶ (Even) γὰρ (for), οὐ (not) δεδόξασται (has been glorified) τὸ (that) δεδοξασμένον (having been made glorious) ἐν (in) τούτῳ (this) τῷ (‑) μέρει (respect), εἵνεκεν (on account of) τῆς (the) ὑπερβαλλούσης (surpassing it) δόξης (glory).
KJV (3:10)
For even that which was made glorious had no glory in this respect, by reason of the glory that excelleth.
Inspired Version (3:11)
For if that which is done away was glorious, much more that which remaineth is glorious.
Greek (3:11)
KJV (3:11)
For if that which is done away was glorious, much more that which remaineth is glorious.
Inspired Version (3:12)
Seeing then that we have such hope, we use great plainness of speech,
Greek (3:12)
KJV (3:12)
Seeing then that we have such hope, we use great plainness of speech:
Inspired Version (3:13)
And not as Moses, which put a veil over his face, that the children of Israel could not steadfastly look to the end of that which is abolished;
Greek (3:13)
καὶ (and) οὐ (not) καθάπερ (as) Μωϋσῆς (Moses) ἐτίθει (would put) κάλυμμα (a veil) ἐπὶ (over) τὸ (the) πρόσωπον (face) αὐτοῦ (of himself), πρὸς (for) τὸ (‑) μὴ (not) ἀτενίσαι (to look intently) τοὺς (the) υἱοὺς (sons) Ἰσραὴλ (of Israel) εἰς (into) τὸ (the) τέλος (end) τοῦ (of that) καταργουμένου (fading away).
KJV (3:13)
And not as Moses, which put a veil over his face, that the children of Israel could not steadfastly look to the end of that which is abolished:
Inspired Version (3:14)
But their minds were blinded; for until this day remaineth the same veil untaken away in the reading of the old testament, which veil is done away in Christ.
Greek (3:14)
Ἀλλὰ (But) ἐπωρώθη (were hardened) τὰ (the) νοήματα (minds) αὐτῶν (of them). ἄχρι (Until) γὰρ (for) τῆς (the) σήμερον (present) ἡμέρας (day), τὸ (the) αὐτὸ (same) κάλυμμα (veil) ἐπὶ (at) τῇ (the) ἀναγνώσει (reading) τῆς (of the) παλαιᾶς (old) διαθήκης (covenant) μένει (remains), μὴ (not) ἀνακαλυπτόμενον (being lifted), ὅτι (which) ἐν (in) Χριστῷ (Christ) καταργεῖται (is being removed).
KJV (3:14)
But their minds were blinded: for until this day remaineth the same veil untaken away in the reading of the old testament; which veil is done away in Christ.
Inspired Version (3:15)
But even unto this day, when Moses is read, the veil is upon their heart.
Greek (3:15)
KJV (3:15)
But even unto this day, when Moses is read, the veil is upon their heart.
Inspired Version (3:16)
Nevertheless, when their heart shall turn to the Lord, the veil shall be taken away.
Greek (3:16)
KJV (3:16)
Nevertheless when it shall turn to the Lord, the veil shall be taken away.
Inspired Version (3:17)
Now the Lord is that Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.
Greek (3:17)
KJV (3:17)
Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.
Inspired Version (3:18)
But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord.
Greek (3:18)
ἡμεῖς (We) δὲ (now) πάντες (all), ἀνακεκαλυμμένῳ (having been unveiled) προσώπῳ (in face), τὴν (the) δόξαν (glory) Κυρίου (of the Lord) κατοπτριζόμενοι (beholding as in a mirror), τὴν (the) αὐτὴν (same) εἰκόνα (image) μεταμορφούμεθα (are being transformed into), ἀπὸ (from) δόξης (glory) εἰς (to) δόξαν (glory), καθάπερ (even as) ἀπὸ (from) Κυρίου (the Lord), Πνεύματος (the Spirit).
KJV (3:18)
But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the LORD.
Inspired Version (4:1)
Therefore, seeing we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we faint not,
Greek (4:1)
KJV (4:1)
Therefore seeing we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we faint not;
Inspired Version (4:2)
But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness nor handling the word of God deceitfully, but, by manifestation of the truth, commending ourselves to every man's conscience in the sight of God.
Greek (4:2)
ἀλλὰ (But) ἀπειπάμεθα (we have renounced) τὰ (the) κρυπτὰ (hidden things) τῆς (‑) αἰσχύνης (of shame), μὴ (not) περιπατοῦντες (walking) ἐν (in) πανουργίᾳ (craftiness) μηδὲ (nor) δολοῦντες (falsifying) τὸν (the) λόγον (word) τοῦ (‑) Θεοῦ (of God), ἀλλὰ (but) τῇ (‑) φανερώσει (by manifestation) τῆς (of the) ἀληθείας (truth) συνιστάνοντες (commending) ἑαυτοὺς (ourselves) πρὸς (to) πᾶσαν (every) συνείδησιν (conscience) ἀνθρώπων (of men) ἐνώπιον (before) τοῦ (‑) Θεοῦ (God).
KJV (4:2)
But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man's conscience in the sight of God.
Inspired Version (4:3)
But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost,
Greek (4:3)
Εἰ (If) δὲ (however) καὶ (indeed) ἔστιν (is) κεκαλυμμένον (concealed) τὸ (the) εὐαγγέλιον (gospel) ἡμῶν (of us), ἐν (to) τοῖς (those who) ἀπολλυμένοις (are perishing) ἐστὶν (it is) κεκαλυμμένον (concealed),
KJV (4:3)
But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost:
Inspired Version (4:4)
In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.
Greek (4:4)
ἐν (in) οἷς (whom) ὁ (the) θεὸς (god) τοῦ (of the) αἰῶνος (age) τούτου (this) ἐτύφλωσεν (has blinded) τὰ (the) νοήματα (minds) τῶν (of the) ἀπίστων (unbelieving), εἰς (so as for) τὸ (‑) μὴ (not) αὐγάσαι (to beam forth) τὸν (the) φωτισμὸν (illumination) τοῦ (of the) εὐαγγελίου (gospel) τῆς (of the) δόξης (glory) τοῦ (‑) Χριστοῦ (of Christ), ὅς (who) ἐστιν (is) εἰκὼν (the image) τοῦ (‑) Θεοῦ (of God).
KJV (4:4)
In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.
Inspired Version (4:5)
For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord--and ourselves your servants for Jesus' sake.
Greek (4:5)
KJV (4:5)
For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus' sake.
Inspired Version (4:6)
For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.
Greek (4:6)
ὅτι (For it is) ὁ (‑) Θεὸς (God), ὁ (‑) εἰπών (having said), “Ἐκ (Out of) σκότους (darkness) φῶς (light) λάμψει (shall shine),” ὃς (who) ἔλαμψεν (shone) ἐν (in) ταῖς (the) καρδίαις (hearts) ἡμῶν (of us) πρὸς (for the) φωτισμὸν (radiance) τῆς (of the) γνώσεως (knowledge) τῆς (of the) δόξης (glory) τοῦ (‑) Θεοῦ (of God) ἐν (in) προσώπῳ (the face) [Ἰησοῦ] (of Jesus) Χριστοῦ (Christ).
KJV (4:6)
For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.
Inspired Version (4:7)
But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God and not of us.
Greek (4:7)
KJV (4:7)
But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.
Inspired Version (4:8)
We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair;
Greek (4:8)
ἐν (in) παντὶ (every way) θλιβόμενοι (being hard pressed), ἀλλ’ (but) οὐ (not) στενοχωρούμενοι (being crushed); ἀπορούμενοι (being perplexed), ἀλλ’ (but) οὐκ (not) ἐξαπορούμενοι (despairing);
KJV (4:8)
We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair;
Inspired Version (4:9)
Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed;
Greek (4:9)
διωκόμενοι (being persecuted), ἀλλ’ (but) οὐκ (not) ἐγκαταλειπόμενοι (being forsaken); καταβαλλόμενοι (being struck down), ἀλλ’ (but) οὐκ (not) ἀπολλύμενοι (being destroyed);
KJV (4:9)
Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed;
Inspired Version (4:10)
Always bearing about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our body.
Greek (4:10)
KJV (4:10)
Always bearing about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our body.
Inspired Version (4:11)
For we which live are always delivered unto death for Jesus' sake, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our mortal flesh.
Greek (4:11)
ἀεὶ (always) γὰρ (for) ἡμεῖς (we) οἱ (the) ζῶντες (living) εἰς (to) θάνατον (death) παραδιδόμεθα (are being delivered) διὰ (on account of) Ἰησοῦν (Jesus), ἵνα (so that) καὶ (also) ἡ (the) ζωὴ (life) τοῦ (‑) Ἰησοῦ (of Jesus) φανερωθῇ (may be manifested) ἐν (in) τῇ (the) θνητῇ (mortal) σαρκὶ (flesh) ἡμῶν (of us).
KJV (4:11)
For we which live are always delivered unto death for Jesus' sake, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our mortal flesh.
Inspired Version (4:12)
So then it worketh death unto us, but life unto you.
Greek (4:12)
KJV (4:12)
So then death worketh in us, but life in you.
Inspired Version (4:13)
We, having the same spirit of faith, according as it is written, I believed and, therefore, have I spoken; we also believe and, therefore, speak,
Greek (4:13)
Ἔχοντες (Having) δὲ (however) τὸ (the) αὐτὸ (same) πνεῦμα (spirit) τῆς (‑) πίστεως (of faith), κατὰ (according to) τὸ (that) γεγραμμένον (having been written): “Ἐπίστευσα (I believed), διὸ (therefore) ἐλάλησα (I have spoken),” καὶ (also) ἡμεῖς (we) πιστεύομεν (believe), διὸ (therefore) καὶ (also) λαλοῦμεν (speak),
KJV (4:13)
We having the same spirit of faith, according as it is written, I believed, and therefore have I spoken; we also believe, and therefore speak;
Inspired Version (4:14)
Knowing that he which raised up the Lord Jesus shall raise up us also by Jesus and shall present us with you.
Greek (4:14)
KJV (4:14)
Knowing that he which raised up the Lord Jesus shall raise up us also by Jesus, and shall present us with you.
Inspired Version (4:15)
For we bear all things for your sakes, that the abundant grace might, through the thanksgiving of many, redound to the glory of God,
Greek (4:15)
τὰ (‑) γὰρ (For) πάντα (all things are) δι’ (for the sake of) ὑμᾶς (you), ἵνα (so that) ἡ (the) χάρις (grace) πλεονάσασα (having abounded) διὰ (through) τῶν (‑) πλειόνων (more and more) τὴν (the) εὐχαριστίαν (thanksgiving) περισσεύσῃ (may increase) εἰς (to) τὴν (the) δόξαν (glory) τοῦ (‑) Θεοῦ (of God).
KJV (4:15)
For all things are for your sakes, that the abundant grace might through the thanksgiving of many redound to the glory of God.
Inspired Version (4:16)
For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day.
Greek (4:16)
KJV (4:16)
For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day.
Inspired Version (4:17)
For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory,
Greek (4:17)
KJV (4:17)
For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory;
Inspired Version (4:18)
While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen; for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.
Greek (4:18)
μὴ (not) σκοπούντων (are looking at) ἡμῶν (we) τὰ (the things) βλεπόμενα (being seen), ἀλλὰ (but) τὰ (the things) μὴ (not) βλεπόμενα (being seen). τὰ (The things) γὰρ (for) βλεπόμενα (being seen are) πρόσκαιρα (temporary); τὰ (the things) δὲ (however) μὴ (not) βλεπόμενα (being seen) αἰώνια (are eternal).
KJV (4:18)
While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.
Inspired Version (5:1)
For we know that, if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.
Greek (5:1)
Οἴδαμεν (We know) γὰρ (for) ὅτι (that) ἐὰν (if) ἡ (‑) ἐπίγειος (earthly) ἡμῶν (of us) οἰκία (house), τοῦ (the) σκήνους (tent), καταλυθῇ (should be destroyed), οἰκοδομὴν (a building) ἐκ (from) Θεοῦ (God) ἔχομεν (we have), οἰκίαν (a house) ἀχειροποίητον (not made with hands), αἰώνιον (eternal) ἐν (in) τοῖς (the) οὐρανοῖς (heavens).
KJV (5:1)
For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.
Inspired Version (5:2)
For in this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed upon with our house which is from heaven;
Greek (5:2)
καὶ (And) γὰρ (indeed), ἐν (in) τούτῳ (this) στενάζομεν (we groan), τὸ (the) οἰκητήριον (dwelling) ἡμῶν (of us) τὸ (which is) ἐξ (from) οὐρανοῦ (heaven) ἐπενδύσασθαι (to be clothed with) ἐπιποθοῦντες (longing).
KJV (5:2)
For in this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed upon with our house which is from heaven:
Inspired Version (5:3)
If so be that being clothed we shall not be found naked.
Greek (5:3)
εἴ (If) γε (indeed) καὶ (also) ἐνδυσάμενοι (having been clothed), οὐ (not) γυμνοὶ (naked) εὑρεθησόμεθα (we will be found).
KJV (5:3)
If so be that being clothed we shall not be found naked.
Inspired Version (5:4)
For we that are in this tabernacle do groan, being burdened, not for that we would be unclothed, but clothed upon, that mortality might be swallowed up of life.
Greek (5:4)
καὶ (And) γὰρ (for), οἱ (‑) ὄντες (being) ἐν (in) τῷ (the) σκήνει (tent), στενάζομεν (we groan), βαρούμενοι (being burdened), ἐφ’ (because) ᾧ (that) οὐ (not) θέλομεν (we do wish) ἐκδύσασθαι (to be unclothed) ἀλλ’ (but) ἐπενδύσασθαι (to be clothed), ἵνα (that) καταποθῇ (may be swallowed up) τὸ (the) θνητὸν (mortal) ὑπὸ (by) τῆς (‑) ζωῆς (life).
KJV (5:4)
For we that are in this tabernacle do groan, being burdened: not for that we would be unclothed, but clothed upon, that mortality might be swallowed up of life.
Inspired Version (5:5)
Now he that hath wrought us for the selfsame thing is God, who also hath given unto us the earnest of the Spirit.
Greek (5:5)
KJV (5:5)
Now he that hath wrought us for the selfsame thing is God, who also hath given unto us the earnest of the Spirit.
Inspired Version (5:6)
Therefore, we are always confident, knowing that whilst we are at home in the body, we are absent from the Lord.
Greek (5:6)
Θαρροῦντες (being confident) οὖν (therefore) πάντοτε (always) καὶ (and) εἰδότες (knowing) ὅτι (that), ἐνδημοῦντες (being at home) ἐν (in) τῷ (the) σώματι (body), ἐκδημοῦμεν (we are absent) ἀπὸ (from) τοῦ (the) Κυρίου (Lord);
KJV (5:6)
Therefore we are always confident, knowing that, whilst we are at home in the body, we are absent from the Lord:
Inspired Version (5:7)
For we walk by faith, not by sight.
Greek (5:7)
KJV (5:7)
(For we walk by faith, not by sight:)
Inspired Version (5:8)
We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord.
Greek (5:8)
KJV (5:8)
We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.
Inspired Version (5:9)
Wherefore, we labor that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him.
Greek (5:9)
διὸ (Therefore) καὶ (also) φιλοτιμούμεθα (we are ambitious), εἴτε (whether) ἐνδημοῦντες (being at home) εἴτε (or) ἐκδημοῦντες (being away), εὐάρεστοι (well‑pleasing) αὐτῷ (to Him) εἶναι (to be).
KJV (5:9)
Wherefore we labor, that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him.
Inspired Version (5:10)
For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that every one may receive a reward of the deeds done in the body--things according to what he hath done, whether good or bad.
Greek (5:10)
τοὺς (‑) γὰρ (For) πάντας (all) ἡμᾶς (of us) φανερωθῆναι (to be revealed) δεῖ (it behooves) ἔμπροσθεν (before) τοῦ (the) βήματος (judgment seat) τοῦ (‑) Χριστοῦ (of Christ), ἵνα (that) κομίσηται (may receive back) ἕκαστος (each) τὰ (the things done) διὰ (in) τοῦ (the) σώματος (body), πρὸς (according to) ἃ (what) ἔπραξεν (he did), εἴτε (whether) ἀγαθὸν (good) εἴτε (or) φαῦλον (evil).
KJV (5:10)
For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad.
Inspired Version (5:11)
Knowing, therefore, the terror of the Lord, we persuade men; but we are made manifest unto God, and I trust also are made manifest in your consciences.
Greek (5:11)
Εἰδότες (Knowing) οὖν (therefore) τὸν (the) φόβον (fear) τοῦ (of the) Κυρίου (Lord), ἀνθρώπους (men) πείθομεν (we persuade) Θεῷ (to God) δὲ (and) πεφανερώμεθα (we have been made manifest); ἐλπίζω (I hope) δὲ (now) καὶ (also) ἐν (in) ταῖς (the) συνειδήσεσιν (consciences) ὑμῶν (of you) πεφανερῶσθαι (to have been made manifest).
KJV (5:11)
Knowing therefore the terror of the Lord, we persuade men; but we are made manifest unto God; and I trust also are made manifest in your consciences.
Inspired Version (5:12)
For we commend not ourselves again unto you, but give you occasion to glory on our behalf, that ye may have somewhat to answer them which glory in appearance and not in heart.
Greek (5:12)
οὐ (Not) πάλιν (again) ἑαυτοὺς (ourselves) συνιστάνομεν (are we commending) ὑμῖν (to you), ἀλλὰ (but) ἀφορμὴν (occasion) διδόντες (are giving) ὑμῖν (to you) καυχήματος (of boasting) ὑπὲρ (on behalf of) ἡμῶν (us), ἵνα (so that) ἔχητε (you may have an answer) πρὸς (toward) τοὺς (those) ἐν (in) προσώπῳ (appearance) καυχωμένους (boasting), καὶ (and) μὴ (not) ἐν (in) καρδίᾳ (the heart).
KJV (5:12)
For we commend not ourselves again unto you, but give you occasion to glory on our behalf, that ye may have somewhat to answer them which glory in appearance, and not in heart.
Inspired Version (5:13)
For we bear record that we are not beside ourselves; for whether we glory, it is to God; or whether we be sober, it is for your sakes.
Greek (5:13)
KJV (5:13)
For whether we be beside ourselves, it is to God: or whether we be sober, it is for your cause.
Inspired Version (5:14)
For the love of Christ constraineth us because we thus judge: that if one died for all, then are all dead;
Greek (5:14)
KJV (5:14)
For the love of Christ constraineth us; because we thus judge, that if one died for all, then were all dead:
Inspired Version (5:15)
And he died for all, that they which live should not henceforth live unto themselves, but unto him which died for them and rose again.
Greek (5:15)
KJV (5:15)
And that he died for all, that they which live should not henceforth live unto themselves, but unto him which died for them, and rose again.
Inspired Version (5:16)
Wherefore, henceforth live we no more after the flesh; yea, though we once lived after the flesh, yet since we have known Christ, now henceforth live we no more after the flesh.
Greek (5:16)
Ὥστε (Therefore) ἡμεῖς (we) ἀπὸ (from) τοῦ (‑) νῦν (now) οὐδένα (no one) οἴδαμεν (regard) κατὰ (according to) σάρκα (the flesh). εἰ (Though) καὶ (even) ἐγνώκαμεν (we have regarded) κατὰ (according to) σάρκα (flesh) Χριστόν (Christ), ἀλλὰ (yet) νῦν (now) οὐκέτι (no longer) γινώσκομεν (we regard Him thus).
KJV (5:16)
Wherefore henceforth know we no man after the flesh: yea, though we have known Christ after the flesh, yet now henceforth know we him no more.
Inspired Version (5:17)
Therefore, if any man live in Christ, he is a new creature; old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new,
Greek (5:17)
KJV (5:17)
Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.
Inspired Version (5:18)
And receiveth all the things of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation:
Greek (5:18)
KJV (5:18)
And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation;
Inspired Version (5:19)
To wit, that God is in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them, and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation.
Greek (5:19)
ὡς (how) ὅτι (that) Θεὸς (God) ἦν (was) ἐν (in) Χριστῷ (Christ) κόσμον (the world) καταλλάσσων (reconciling) ἑαυτῷ (to Himself), μὴ (not) λογιζόμενος (reckoning) αὐτοῖς (to them) τὰ (the) παραπτώματα (trespasses) αὐτῶν (of them), καὶ (and) θέμενος (having put) ἐν (into) ἡμῖν (us) τὸν (the) λόγον (word) τῆς (‑) καταλλαγῆς (of reconciliation).
KJV (5:19)
To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation.
Inspired Version (5:20)
Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us; we pray you in Christ's stead, Be ye reconciled to God.
Greek (5:20)
Ὑπὲρ (For) Χριστοῦ (Christ) οὖν (therefore) πρεσβεύομεν (we are ambassadors), ὡς (as though) τοῦ (‑) Θεοῦ (God) παρακαλοῦντος (is beseeching) δι’ (through) ἡμῶν (us). δεόμεθα (We implore) ὑπὲρ (on behalf) Χριστοῦ (of Christ): καταλλάγητε (Be reconciled) τῷ (‑) Θεῷ (to God).
KJV (5:20)
Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ's stead, be ye reconciled to God.
Inspired Version (5:21)
For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin, that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
Greek (5:21)
KJV (5:21)
For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
Inspired Version (6:1)
We then, as workers together with Christ, beseech you also that ye receive not the grace of God in vain,
Greek (6:1)
KJV (6:1)
We then, as workers together with him, beseech you also that ye receive not the grace of God in vain.
Inspired Version (6:2)
(For he saith, I have heard thee in a time accepted, and in the day of salvation have I succored thee; behold, now is the day of salvation),
Greek (6:2)
λέγει (He says) γάρ (for): “Καιρῷ (In a time) δεκτῷ (acceptable) ἐπήκουσά (I listened to) σου (you), καὶ (and) ἐν (in) ἡμέρᾳ (a day) σωτηρίας (of salvation) ἐβοήθησά (I helped) σοι (you).” Ἰδοὺ (Behold), νῦν (now) καιρὸς (is the time) εὐπρόσδεκτος (of favor); ἰδοὺ (behold), νῦν (now) ἡμέρα (is the day) σωτηρίας (of salvation).
KJV (6:2)
(For he saith, I have heard thee in a time accepted, and in the day of salvation have I succored thee: behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation.)
Inspired Version (6:3)
Giving no offense in any thing, that the ministry be not blamed,
Greek (6:3)
KJV (6:3)
Giving no offense in any thing, that the ministry be not blamed:
Inspired Version (6:4)
But in all things approving ourselves as the ministers of God: in much patience, in afflictions, in necessities, in distresses,
Greek (6:4)
KJV (6:4)
But in all things approving ourselves as the ministers of God, in much patience, in afflictions, in necessities, in distresses,
Inspired Version (6:5)
In stripes, in imprisonments, in tumults, in labors, in watchings, in fastings;
Greek (6:5)
KJV (6:5)
In stripes, in imprisonments, in tumults, in labors, in watchings, in fastings;
Inspired Version (6:6)
By pureness, by knowledge, by long suffering, by kindness, by the Holy Ghost, by love unfeigned,
Greek (6:6)
ἐν (in) ἁγνότητι (purity), ἐν (in) γνώσει (knowledge), ἐν (in) μακροθυμίᾳ (patience), ἐν (in) χρηστότητι (kindness), ἐν (in the) Πνεύματι (Spirit) Ἁγίῳ (Holy), ἐν (in) ἀγάπῃ (love) ἀνυποκρίτῳ (genuine);
KJV (6:6)
By pureness, by knowledge, by longsuffering, by kindness, by the Holy Ghost, by love unfeigned,
Inspired Version (6:7)
By the word of truth, by the power of God, by the armor of righteousness on the right hand and on the left,
Greek (6:7)
KJV (6:7)
By the word of truth, by the power of God, by the armor of righteousness on the right hand and on the left,
Inspired Version (6:8)
By honor and dishonor, by evil report and good report; as deceivers and yet true;
Greek (6:8)
KJV (6:8)
By honor and dishonor, by evil report and good report: as deceivers, and yet true;
Inspired Version (6:9)
As unknown and yet well known; as dying and, behold, we live; as chastened and not killed;
Greek (6:9)
ὡς (as) ἀγνοούμενοι (being unknown), καὶ (and yet) ἐπιγινωσκόμενοι (being well‑known); ὡς (as) ἀποθνήσκοντες (dying), καὶ (and yet) ἰδοὺ (behold), ζῶμεν (we live); ὡς (as) παιδευόμενοι (being disciplined), καὶ (and yet) μὴ (not) θανατούμενοι (being killed);
KJV (6:9)
As unknown, and yet well known; as dying, and, behold, we live; as chastened, and not killed;
Inspired Version (6:10)
As sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; as poor, yet making many rich; as having nothing, and yet possessing all things.
Greek (6:10)
KJV (6:10)
As sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; as poor, yet making many rich; as having nothing, and yet possessing all things.
Inspired Version (6:11)
O ye Corinthians, our mouth is open unto you; our heart is enlarged.
Greek (6:11)
KJV (6:11)
O ye Corinthians, our mouth is open unto you, our heart is enlarged.
Inspired Version (6:12)
Ye are not straitened in us, but ye are straitened in your own bowels.
Greek (6:12)
οὐ (Not) στενοχωρεῖσθε (you are restrained) ἐν (by) ἡμῖν (us); στενοχωρεῖσθε (you are restrained) δὲ (however) ἐν (in) τοῖς (the) σπλάγχνοις (affections) ὑμῶν (of you).
KJV (6:12)
Ye are not straitened in us, but ye are straitened in your own bowels.
Inspired Version (6:13)
Now for a recompense in the same (I speak as unto my children), be ye also enlarged.
Greek (6:13)
τὴν (‑) δὲ (Now) αὐτὴν (as the same) ἀντιμισθίαν (recompense), ὡς (as) τέκνοις (to children) λέγω (I speak), πλατύνθητε (be expanded) καὶ (also) ὑμεῖς (you).
KJV (6:13)
Now for a recompense in the same, (I speak as unto my children,) be ye also enlarged.
Inspired Version (6:14)
Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers; for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? And what communion hath light with darkness?
Greek (6:14)
KJV (6:14)
Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?
Inspired Version (6:15)
And what concord hath Christ with Belial? Or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel?
Greek (6:15)
KJV (6:15)
And what concord hath Christ with Belial? or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel?
Inspired Version (6:16)
And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? For ye are the temple of the living God. As God hath said, I will dwell in them and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people.
Greek (6:16)
τίς (What) δὲ (now) συνκατάθεσις (agreement) ναῷ (the temple) Θεοῦ (of God) μετὰ (with) εἰδώλων (idols)? ἡμεῖς (We) γὰρ (for) ναὸς (the temple) Θεοῦ (of God) ἐσμεν (are), ζῶντος (the living), καθὼς (as) εἶπεν (has said) ὁ (‑) Θεὸς (God) ὅτι (‑): “Ἐνοικήσω (I will dwell) ἐν (in) αὐτοῖς (them), καὶ (and) ἐμπεριπατήσω* (will walk among them); καὶ (and) ἔσομαι (I will be) αὐτῶν (their) Θεός (God), καὶ (and) αὐτοὶ (they) ἔσονταί (will be) μου (to Me) λαός (a people).”
KJV (6:16)
And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people.
Inspired Version (6:17)
Wherefore, come out from among them, and be ye the separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you,
Greek (6:17)
KJV (6:17)
Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you,
Inspired Version (6:18)
And will be a Father unto you, and ye shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord Almighty.
Greek (6:18)
KJV (6:18)
And will be a Father unto you, and ye shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord Almighty.
Inspired Version (7:1)
Having, therefore, these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.
Greek (7:1)
Ταύτας (These) οὖν (therefore) ἔχοντες (having) τὰς (‑) ἐπαγγελίας (promises), ἀγαπητοί (beloved), καθαρίσωμεν (we should cleanse) ἑαυτοὺς (ourselves) ἀπὸ (from) παντὸς (every) μολυσμοῦ (defilement) σαρκὸς (of flesh) καὶ (and) πνεύματος (spirit), ἐπιτελοῦντες (perfecting) ἁγιωσύνην (holiness) ἐν (in) φόβῳ (the fear) Θεοῦ (of God).
KJV (7:1)
Having therefore these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.
Inspired Version (7:2)
Receive us; we have wronged no man; we have corrupted no man; we have defrauded no man.
Greek (7:2)
Χωρήσατε (Make room for) ἡμᾶς (us); οὐδένα (no one) ἠδικήσαμεν (we have wronged), οὐδένα (no one) ἐφθείραμεν (we have corrupted), οὐδένα (no one) ἐπλεονεκτήσαμεν (we have exploited).
KJV (7:2)
Receive us; we have wronged no man, we have corrupted no man, we have defrauded no man.
Inspired Version (7:3)
I speak not this to condemn you; for I have said before that ye are in our hearts to die and live with you.
Greek (7:3)
KJV (7:3)
I speak not this to condemn you: for I have said before, that ye are in our hearts to die and live with you.
Inspired Version (7:4)
Great is my boldness of speech toward you; great is my glorying of you; I am filled with comfort; I am exceeding joyful in all our tribulation.
Greek (7:4)
πολλή (Great is) μοι (my) παρρησία (boldness) πρὸς (toward) ὑμᾶς (you); πολλή (great) μοι (my) καύχησις (boasting) ὑπὲρ (on behalf of) ὑμῶν (you); πεπλήρωμαι (I have been filled) τῇ (‑) παρακλήσει (with encouragement); ὑπερπερισσεύομαι (I overabound) τῇ (‑) χαρᾷ (with joy) ἐπὶ (upon) πάσῃ (all) τῇ (the) θλίψει (affliction) ἡμῶν (of us).
KJV (7:4)
Great is my boldness of speech toward you, great is my glorying of you: I am filled with comfort, I am exceeding joyful in all our tribulation.
Inspired Version (7:5)
For when we were come into Macedonia, our flesh had no rest; but we were troubled on every side; without were fightings, within were fears.
Greek (7:5)
Καὶ (And) γὰρ (for) ἐλθόντων (having come) ἡμῶν (of us) εἰς (into) Μακεδονίαν (Macedonia), οὐδεμίαν (no) ἔσχηκεν (had) ἄνεσιν (rest) ἡ (the) σὰρξ (flesh) ἡμῶν (of us); ἀλλ’ (but) ἐν (in) παντὶ (every way) θλιβόμενοι (we are being pressed): ἔξωθεν (on the outside) μάχαι (conflicts), ἔσωθεν (within) φόβοι (fears).
KJV (7:5)
For, when we were come into Macedonia, our flesh had no rest, but we were troubled on every side; without were fightings, within were fears.
Inspired Version (7:6)
Nevertheless, God, that comforteth those that are cast down, comforted us by the coming of Titus,
Greek (7:6)
KJV (7:6)
Nevertheless God, that comforteth those that are cast down, comforted us by the coming of Titus;
Inspired Version (7:7)
And not by his coming only, but by the consolation wherewith he was comforted in you when he told us your earnest desire, your mourning, your fervent mind toward me, so that I rejoiced the more.
Greek (7:7)
οὐ (not) μόνον (only) δὲ (now) ἐν (by) τῇ (the) παρουσίᾳ (coming) αὐτοῦ (of him), ἀλλὰ (but) καὶ (also) ἐν (by) τῇ (the) παρακλήσει (comfort) ᾗ (with which) παρεκλήθη (he was comforted) ἐφ’ (as to) ὑμῖν (you); ἀναγγέλλων (relating) ἡμῖν (to us) τὴν (‑) ὑμῶν (your) ἐπιπόθησιν (earnest desire), τὸν (‑) ὑμῶν (your) ὀδυρμόν (mourning), τὸν (‑) ὑμῶν (your) ζῆλον (zeal) ὑπὲρ (for) ἐμοῦ (me), ὥστε (so as) με (for me) μᾶλλον (the more) χαρῆναι (to rejoice).
KJV (7:7)
And not by his coming only, but by the consolation wherewith he was comforted in you, when he told us your earnest desire, your mourning, your fervent mind toward me; so that I rejoiced the more.
Inspired Version (7:8)
For though I made you sorry with a letter, I do not repent, though I did repent; for I perceive that the same epistle hath made you sorry, though it were but for a season.
Greek (7:8)
Ὅτι (For) εἰ (if) καὶ (also) ἐλύπησα (I have grieved) ὑμᾶς (you) ἐν (in) τῇ (the) ἐπιστολῇ (letter), οὐ (not) μεταμέλομαι (I do regret it). εἰ (Though) καὶ (even) μετεμελόμην (I did regret it); βλέπω (I see) [γὰρ] (indeed) ὅτι (that) ἡ (the) ἐπιστολὴ (letter) ἐκείνη (that), εἰ (if) καὶ (even) πρὸς (for) ὥραν (an hour), ἐλύπησεν (grieved) ὑμᾶς (you).
KJV (7:8)
For though I made you sorry with a letter, I do not repent, though I did repent: for I perceive that the same epistle hath made you sorry, though it were but for a season.
Inspired Version (7:9)
Now I rejoice, not that ye were made sorry, but that ye sorrowed to repentance; for ye were made sorry after a godly manner, that ye might receive damage by us in nothing.
Greek (7:9)
νῦν (Now) χαίρω (I rejoice), οὐχ (not) ὅτι (that) ἐλυπήθητε (you were grieved), ἀλλ’ (but) ὅτι (that) ἐλυπήθητε (you were grieved) εἰς (unto) μετάνοιαν (repentance); ἐλυπήθητε (you were grieved) γὰρ (for) κατὰ (according to) Θεόν (God), ἵνα (so that) ἐν (in) μηδενὶ (nothing) ζημιωθῆτε (you might suffer loss) ἐξ (through) ἡμῶν (us).
KJV (7:9)
Now I rejoice, not that ye were made sorry, but that ye sorrowed to repentance: for ye were made sorry after a godly manner, that ye might receive damage by us in nothing.
Inspired Version (7:10)
For godly sorrow worketh repentance to salvation not to be repented of; but the sorrow of the world worketh death.
Greek (7:10)
KJV (7:10)
For godly sorrow worketh repentance to salvation not to be repented of: but the sorrow of the world worketh death.
Inspired Version (7:11)
For behold this selfsame thing that ye sorrowed after a godly sort, what carefulness it wrought in you--yea, what clearing of yourselves; yea, what indignation; yea, what fear; yea, what vehement desire; yea, what zeal; yea, what revenge! In all things ye have approved yourselves to be clear in this matter.
Greek (7:11)
Ἰδοὺ (Behold) γὰρ (for), αὐτὸ (this very) τοῦτο (same) τὸ (thing), κατὰ (according to) Θεὸν (God) λυπηθῆναι (to have been grieved), πόσην (how much) κατειργάσατο (has produced) ὑμῖν (in you) σπουδήν (earnestness), ἀλλὰ (but instead) ἀπολογίαν (reasoned defense), ἀλλὰ (but) ἀγανάκτησιν (indignation), ἀλλὰ (but) φόβον (fear), ἀλλὰ (but) ἐπιπόθησιν (longing), ἀλλὰ (but) ζῆλον (zeal), ἀλλὰ (but) ἐκδίκησιν (vindication)! ἐν (In) παντὶ (everything), συνεστήσατε (you have proved) ἑαυτοὺς (yourselves) ἁγνοὺς (innocent) εἶναι (to be) τῷ (in this) πράγματι (matter).
KJV (7:11)
For behold this selfsame thing, that ye sorrowed after a godly sort, what carefulness it wrought in you, yea, what clearing of yourselves, yea, what indignation, yea, what fear, yea, what vehement desire, yea, what zeal, yea, what revenge! In all things ye have approved yourselves to be clear in this matter.
Inspired Version (7:12)
Wherefore, though I wrote unto you, I did it not for his cause that had done the wrong, nor for his cause that suffered wrong, but that our care for you in the sight of God might appear unto you.
Greek (7:12)
ἄρα (So) εἰ (if) καὶ (even) ἔγραψα (I wrote) ὑμῖν (to you), οὐχ (it was not) ἕνεκεν (for the sake of) τοῦ (the one) ἀδικήσαντος (having done wrong), οὐδὲ (nor) ἕνεκεν (for the sake of) τοῦ (the one) ἀδικηθέντος (having suffered wrong), ἀλλ’ (but rather) ἕνεκεν (for the sake of) τοῦ (‑) φανερωθῆναι (being revealed) τὴν (the) σπουδὴν (earnestness) ὑμῶν (of you), τὴν (which is) ὑπὲρ (for) ἡμῶν (us) πρὸς (to) ὑμᾶς (you) ἐνώπιον (before) τοῦ (‑) Θεοῦ (God).
KJV (7:12)
Wherefore, though I wrote unto you, I did it not for his cause that had done the wrong, nor for his cause that suffered wrong, but that our care for you in the sight of God might appear unto you.
Inspired Version (7:13)
Therefore, we were comforted in your comfort; yea, and exceedingly the more joyed we for the joy of Titus because his spirit was refreshed by you all.
Greek (7:13)
διὰ (On account of) τοῦτο (this), παρακεκλήμεθα (we have been comforted). Ἐπὶ (Besides) δὲ (now) τῇ (the) παρακλήσει (comfort) ἡμῶν (of us), περισσοτέρως (the more abundantly) μᾶλλον (rather) ἐχάρημεν (we have rejoiced) ἐπὶ (at) τῇ (the) χαρᾷ (joy) Τίτου (of Titus), ὅτι (because) ἀναπέπαυται (has been refreshed) τὸ (the) πνεῦμα (spirit) αὐτοῦ (of him) ἀπὸ (by) πάντων (all) ὑμῶν (of you).
KJV (7:13)
Therefore we were comforted in your comfort: yea, and exceedingly the more joyed we for the joy of Titus, because his spirit was refreshed by you all.
Inspired Version (7:14)
For if I have boasted anything to him of you, I am not ashamed; but as we spake all things to you in truth, even so our boasting, which I made before Titus, is found a truth.
Greek (7:14)
ὅτι (For) εἴ (if) τι (anything) αὐτῷ (to him) ὑπὲρ (about) ὑμῶν (you) κεκαύχημαι (I have boasted), οὐ (not) κατῃσχύνθην (I was put to shame); ἀλλ’ (but) ὡς (as) πάντα (all things) ἐν (in) ἀληθείᾳ (truth) ἐλαλήσαμεν (we have spoken) ὑμῖν (to you), οὕτως (so) καὶ (also) ἡ (the) καύχησις (boasting) ἡμῶν (of us) ‹ἡ› (‑) ἐπὶ (to) Τίτου (Titus), ἀλήθεια (truth) ἐγενήθη (became).
KJV (7:14)
For if I have boasted any thing to him of you, I am not ashamed; but as we spake all things to you in truth, even so our boasting, which I made before Titus, is found a truth.
Inspired Version (7:15)
And his inward affection is more abundant toward you, whilst he remembereth the obedience of you all, how with fear and trembling ye received him.
Greek (7:15)
καὶ (And) τὰ (the) σπλάγχνα (affections) αὐτοῦ (of him) περισσοτέρως (more abundantly) εἰς (toward) ὑμᾶς (you) ἐστιν (are), ἀναμιμνῃσκομένου (remembering) τὴν (the) πάντων (of all) ὑμῶν (of you) ὑπακοήν (obedience), ὡς (how) μετὰ (with) φόβου (fear) καὶ (and) τρόμου (trembling) ἐδέξασθε (you received) αὐτόν (him).
KJV (7:15)
And his inward affection is more abundant toward you, whilst he remembereth the obedience of you all, how with fear and trembling ye received him.
Inspired Version (7:16)
I rejoice, therefore, that I have confidence in you in all things.
Greek (7:16)
KJV (7:16)
I rejoice therefore that I have confidence in you in all things.
Inspired Version (8:1)
Moreover, brethren, we would have you to know of the grace of God bestowed on the churches of Macedonia,
Greek (8:1)
Γνωρίζομεν (We make known) δὲ (now) ὑμῖν (to you), ἀδελφοί (brothers), τὴν (the) χάριν (grace) τοῦ (‑) Θεοῦ (of God) τὴν (‑) δεδομένην (having been bestowed) ἐν (among) ταῖς (the) ἐκκλησίαις (churches) τῆς (‑) Μακεδονίας (of Macedonia),
KJV (8:1)
Moreover, brethren, we do you to wit of the grace of God bestowed on the churches of Macedonia;
Inspired Version (8:2)
How that in a great trial of affliction, the abundance of their joy and their deep poverty abounded unto the riches of their liberality.
Greek (8:2)
ὅτι (that) ἐν (in) πολλῇ (much) δοκιμῇ (proof) θλίψεως (of tribulation), ἡ (the) περισσεία (abundance) τῆς (of the) χαρᾶς (joy) αὐτῶν (of them) καὶ (and) ἡ (‑) κατὰ (of) βάθους (deep) πτωχεία (poverty) αὐτῶν (of them) ἐπερίσσευσεν (abounded) εἰς (into) τὸ (the) πλοῦτος (riches) τῆς (the) ἁπλότητος (generosity) αὐτῶν (of them).
KJV (8:2)
How that in a great trial of affliction the abundance of their joy and their deep poverty abounded unto the riches of their liberality.
Inspired Version (8:3)
For to their power, I bear record; yea, and beyond their power they were willing of themselves,
Greek (8:3)
KJV (8:3)
For to their power, I bear record, yea, and beyond their power they were willing of themselves;
Inspired Version (8:4)
Praying us with much entreaty that we would receive the gift and take upon us the fellowship of the ministering to the saints.
Greek (8:4)
KJV (8:4)
Praying us with much entreaty that we would receive the gift, and take upon us the fellowship of the ministering to the saints.
Inspired Version (8:5)
And this they did, not as we required, but first gave their own selves to the Lord, and unto us by the will of God,
Greek (8:5)
KJV (8:5)
And this they did, not as we hoped, but first gave their own selves to the Lord, and unto us by the will of God.
Inspired Version (8:6)
Insomuch that we desired Titus, that as he had begun, so he would also finish in you the same grace also.
Greek (8:6)
KJV (8:6)
Insomuch that we desired Titus, that as he had begun, so he would also finish in you the same grace also.
Inspired Version (8:7)
Therefore, as ye abound in every thing, in faith, and utterance, and knowledge, and in all diligence, and in your love to us, see that ye abound in this grace also.
Greek (8:7)
ἀλλ’ (But) ὥσπερ (even as) ἐν (in) παντὶ (every way) περισσεύετε (you abound), πίστει (in faith), καὶ (and) λόγῳ (speech), καὶ (and) γνώσει (knowledge), καὶ (and) πάσῃ (all) σπουδῇ (earnestness), καὶ (and) τῇ (in the) ἐξ (from) ἡμῶν (us) ἐν (to) ὑμῖν (you) ἀγάπῃ (love), ἵνα (that) καὶ (also) ἐν (in) ταύτῃ (this) τῇ (‑) χάριτι (grace) περισσεύητε (you should abound).
KJV (8:7)
Therefore, as ye abound in every thing, in faith, and utterance, and knowledge, and in all diligence, and in your love to us, see that ye abound in this grace also.
Inspired Version (8:8)
I speak not by commandment, but by occasion of the forwardness of others, and to prove the sincerity of your love.
Greek (8:8)
KJV (8:8)
I speak not by commandment, but by occasion of the forwardness of others, and to prove the sincerity of your love.
Inspired Version (8:9)
For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might be rich.
Greek (8:9)
Γινώσκετε (You know) γὰρ (for) τὴν (the) χάριν (grace) τοῦ (of the) Κυρίου (Lord) ἡμῶν (of us) Ἰησοῦ (Jesus) Χριστοῦ (Christ), ὅτι (that) δι’ (for the sake of) ὑμᾶς (you) ἐπτώχευσεν (He became poor), πλούσιος (rich) ὤν (being), ἵνα (so that) ὑμεῖς (you) τῇ (‑) ἐκείνου (through that) πτωχείᾳ (poverty) πλουτήσητε (might be enriched).
KJV (8:9)
For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might be rich.
Inspired Version (8:10)
And herein I give my advice; for this is expedient for you who have begun before, not only to do, but also to be forward a year ago.
Greek (8:10)
καὶ (And) γνώμην (a judgment) ἐν (in) τούτῳ (this matter) δίδωμι (I give), τοῦτο (this) γὰρ (indeed) ὑμῖν (for you) συμφέρει (is profitable), οἵτινες (who) οὐ (not) μόνον (only) τὸ (‑) ποιῆσαι (to act), ἀλλὰ (but) καὶ (also) τὸ (‑) θέλειν (to will), προενήρξασθε (have begun) ἀπὸ (from) πέρυσι (a year ago).
KJV (8:10)
And herein I give my advice: for this is expedient for you, who have begun before, not only to do, but also to be forward a year ago.
Inspired Version (8:11)
Now, therefore, perform the doing of it, that as there was a readiness to will, so there may be a performance also out of that which ye have.
Greek (8:11)
KJV (8:11)
Now therefore perform the doing of it; that as there was a readiness to will, so there may be a performance also out of that which ye have.
Inspired Version (8:12)
For if there be first a willing mind, it is accepted according to that a man hath and not according to that he hath not.
Greek (8:12)
KJV (8:12)
For if there be first a willing mind, it is accepted according to that a man hath, and not according to that he hath not.
Inspired Version (8:13)
For I mean not that other men be eased and ye burdened,
Greek (8:13)
KJV (8:13)
For I mean not that other men be eased, and ye burdened:
Inspired Version (8:14)
But by an equality, that now at this time your abundance may be a supply for their want, that their abundance also may be a supply for your want; that there may be equality,
Greek (8:14)
ἐν (At) τῷ (the) νῦν (present) καιρῷ (time), τὸ (‑) ὑμῶν (your) περίσσευμα (abundance) εἰς (will be for) τὸ (the) ἐκείνων (of those) ὑστέρημα (need), ἵνα (so that) καὶ (also) τὸ (‑) ἐκείνων (their) περίσσευμα (abundance) γένηται (may be) εἰς (for) τὸ (the) ὑμῶν (of you) ὑστέρημα (need), ὅπως (so that) γένηται (there may be) ἰσότης (equality).
KJV (8:14)
But by an equality, that now at this time your abundance may be a supply for their want, that their abundance also may be a supply for your want: that there may be equality:
Inspired Version (8:15)
As it is written, He that had gathered much had nothing over; and he that had gathered little had no lack.
Greek (8:15)
KJV (8:15)
As it is written, He that had gathered much had nothing over; and he that had gathered little had no lack.
Inspired Version (8:16)
But thanks be to God, which put the same earnest care into the heart of Titus for you.
Greek (8:16)
KJV (8:16)
But thanks be to God, which put the same earnest care into the heart of Titus for you.
Inspired Version (8:17)
For, indeed, he accepted the exhortation; but, being more forward, of his own accord he went unto you.
Greek (8:17)
ὅτι (For) τὴν (our) μὲν (indeed) παράκλησιν (appeal) ἐδέξατο (he accepted), σπουδαιότερος (very earnest) δὲ (however) ὑπάρχων (being), αὐθαίρετος (of his own accord) ἐξῆλθεν (he has gone out) πρὸς (to) ὑμᾶς (you).
KJV (8:17)
For indeed he accepted the exhortation; but being more forward, of his own accord he went unto you.
Inspired Version (8:18)
And we have sent with him the brother, whose praise is in the gospel throughout all the churches;
Greek (8:18)
KJV (8:18)
And we have sent with him the brother, whose praise is in the gospel throughout all the churches;
Inspired Version (8:19)
And not that only, but who was also chosen of the churches to travel with us with this grace, which is administered by us to the glory of the same Lord, and declaration of your ready mind,
Greek (8:19)
οὐ (not) μόνον (only) δὲ (now), ἀλλὰ (but) καὶ (also) χειροτονηθεὶς (having been chosen) ὑπὸ (by) τῶν (the) ἐκκλησιῶν (churches) συνέκδημος (fellow traveler) ἡμῶν (of us), σὺν* (with) τῇ (‑) χάριτι (grace) ταύτῃ (this) τῇ (that is) διακονουμένῃ (being administered) ὑφ’ (by) ἡμῶν (us) πρὸς (toward) τὴν (the) αὐτοῦ (himself) τοῦ (of the) Κυρίου (Lord) δόξαν (glory), καὶ (and) προθυμίαν (readiness) ἡμῶν (of us),
KJV (8:19)
And not that only, but who was also chosen of the churches to travel with us with this grace, which is administered by us to the glory of the same Lord, and declaration of your ready mind:
Inspired Version (8:20)
Avoiding this, that no man should blame us in this abundance which is administered by us,
Greek (8:20)
KJV (8:20)
Avoiding this, that no man should blame us in this abundance which is administered by us:
Inspired Version (8:21)
Providing for honest things, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men.
Greek (8:21)
KJV (8:21)
Providing for honest things, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men.
Inspired Version (8:22)
And we have sent with them our brother, whom we have proved diligent in many things, but now much more diligent. 8:23 Therefore, we send him unto you in consequence of the great confidence which we have in you,
Greek (8:22)
Συνεπέμψαμεν (We sent with) δὲ (now) αὐτοῖς (them) τὸν (the) ἀδελφὸν (brother) ἡμῶν (of us), ὃν (whom) ἐδοκιμάσαμεν (we have proven) ἐν (in) πολλοῖς (many things) πολλάκις (often) σπουδαῖον (earnest) ὄντα (to be), νυνὶ (now) δὲ (however) πολὺ (much) σπουδαιότερον (earnest) πεποιθήσει (by his confidence) πολλῇ (more) τῇ (which is) εἰς (in) ὑμᾶς (you).
KJV (8:22)
And we have sent with them our brother, whom we have oftentimes proved diligent in many things, but now much more diligent, upon the great confidence which I have in you.
Inspired Version (8:22)
that you will receive the things concerning you to the glory of Christ, whether we send by the hand of Titus, my partner and fellow-laborer, or our brethren, the messengers of the churches.
Greek (8:23)
KJV (8:23)
Whether any do enquire of Titus, he is my partner and fellow helper concerning you: or our brethren be enquired of, they are the messengers of the churches, and the glory of Christ.
Inspired Version (8:24)
Wherefore, show ye to them and before the churches, the proof of your love and of our boasting on your behalf.
Greek (8:24)
KJV (8:24)
Wherefore show ye to them, and before the churches, the proof of your love, and of our boasting on your behalf.
Inspired Version (9:1)
For, as touching the ministering to the saints, it is superfluous for me to write to you;
Greek (9:1)
KJV (9:1)
For as touching the ministering to the saints, it is superfluous for me to write to you:
Inspired Version (9:2)
For I know the forwardness of your mind, for which I boast of you to them of Macedonia, that Achaia was ready a year ago; and your zeal hath provoked very many.
Greek (9:2)
οἶδα (I know) γὰρ (for) τὴν (the) προθυμίαν (readiness) ὑμῶν (of you), ἣν (which) ὑπὲρ (concerning) ὑμῶν (you) καυχῶμαι (I boast of) Μακεδόσιν (to Macedonians), ὅτι (that) Ἀχαΐα (Achaia) παρεσκεύασται (has been prepared) ἀπὸ (from) πέρυσι (a year ago), καὶ (and) τὸ (‑) ὑμῶν (your) ζῆλος (zeal) ἠρέθισεν (has been provoking) τοὺς (the) πλείονας (greater number).
KJV (9:2)
For I know the forwardness of your mind, for which I boast of you to them of Macedonia, that Achaia was ready a year ago; and your zeal hath provoked very many.
Inspired Version (9:3)
Yet have I sent the brethren, lest our boasting of you should be in vain in this behalf, that, as I said, ye may be ready,
Greek (9:3)
Ἔπεμψα (I have sent) δὲ (however) τοὺς (the) ἀδελφούς (brothers), ἵνα (that) μὴ (not) τὸ (the) καύχημα (boasting) ἡμῶν (of us) τὸ (which is) ὑπὲρ (about) ὑμῶν (you) κενωθῇ (should be made void) ἐν (in) τῷ (the) μέρει (matter) τούτῳ (this), ἵνα (that) καθὼς (as) ἔλεγον (I have been saying), παρεσκευασμένοι (prepared) ἦτε (you may be).
KJV (9:3)
Yet have I sent the brethren, lest our boasting of you should be in vain in this behalf; that, as I said, ye may be ready:
Inspired Version (9:4)
Lest haply if they of Macedonia come with me and find you unprepared, we (that we say not, ye) should be ashamed in this same confident boasting.
Greek (9:4)
μή (Not) πως (perhaps) ἐὰν (if) ἔλθωσιν (should come) σὺν (with) ἐμοὶ (me) Μακεδόνες (Macedonians) καὶ (and) εὕρωσιν (find) ὑμᾶς (you) ἀπαρασκευάστους (unprepared), καταισχυνθῶμεν (would be put to shame) ἡμεῖς (we) — ἵνα (that) μὴ (not) λέγωμεν (we might say) ὑμεῖς (you) — ἐν (in) τῇ (the) ὑποστάσει (confidence) ταύτῃ (this).
KJV (9:4)
Lest haply if they of Macedonia come with me, and find you unprepared, we (that we say not, ye) should be ashamed in this same confident boasting.
Inspired Version (9:5)
Therefore, I thought it necessary to exhort the brethren, that they would go before unto you and make up beforehand your bounty, whereof ye had notice before, that the same might be ready as a matter of bounty and not as of covetousness.
Greek (9:5)
ἀναγκαῖον (Necessary) οὖν (therefore) ἡγησάμην (I esteemed it) παρακαλέσαι (to exhort) τοὺς (the) ἀδελφοὺς (brothers) ἵνα (that) προέλθωσιν (they should go before) εἰς (unto) ὑμᾶς (you) καὶ (and) προκαταρτίσωσιν (should complete beforehand) τὴν (the) προεπηγγελμένην (foreannounced) εὐλογίαν (blessing) ὑμῶν (of you) ταύτην (this), ἑτοίμην (ready) εἶναι (to be) οὕτως (thus) ὡς (as) εὐλογίαν (a blessing), καὶ (and) μὴ (not) ὡς (as) πλεονεξίαν (covetousness).
KJV (9:5)
Therefore I thought it necessary to exhort the brethren, that they would go before unto you, and make up beforehand your bounty, whereof ye had notice before, that the same might be ready, as a matter of bounty, and not as of covetousness.
Inspired Version (9:6)
But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully.
Greek (9:6)
KJV (9:6)
But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully.
Inspired Version (9:7)
Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give--not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loveth a cheerful giver.
Greek (9:7)
KJV (9:7)
Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.
Inspired Version (9:8)
And God is able to make all grace abound toward you, that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work,
Greek (9:8)
δυνατεῖ (Able is) δὲ (now) ὁ (‑) Θεὸς (God) πᾶσαν (all) χάριν (grace) περισσεῦσαι (to make abound) εἰς (to) ὑμᾶς (you), ἵνα (so that) ἐν (in) παντὶ (every way), πάντοτε (always), πᾶσαν (all) αὐτάρκειαν (sufficiency) ἔχοντες (having), περισσεύητε (you may abound) εἰς (in) πᾶν (every) ἔργον (work) ἀγαθόν (good).
KJV (9:8)
And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work:
Inspired Version (9:9)
(As it is written, He hath dispersed abroad; he hath given to the poor; his righteousness remaineth for ever.
Greek (9:9)
KJV (9:9)
(As it is written, He hath dispersed abroad; he hath given to the poor: his righteousness remaineth for ever.
Inspired Version (9:10)
Now he that ministereth seed to the sower both minister bread for your food, and multiply your seed sown, and increase the fruits of your righteousness),
Greek (9:10)
Ὁ (The One) δὲ (now) ἐπιχορηγῶν (supplying) σπόρον* (seed) τῷ (to him) σπείροντι (sowing) καὶ (and) ἄρτον (bread) εἰς (for) βρῶσιν (food) χορηγήσει (will supply) καὶ (and) πληθυνεῖ (will multiply) τὸν (the) σπόρον (seed for sowing) ὑμῶν (of you) καὶ (and) αὐξήσει (will increase) τὰ (the) γενήματα (fruits) τῆς (of the) δικαιοσύνης (righteousness) ὑμῶν (of you),
KJV (9:10)
Now he that ministereth seed to the sower both minister bread for your food, and multiply your seed sown, and increase the fruits of your righteousness;)
Inspired Version (9:11)
Being enriched in everything to all bountifulness, which causeth through us thanksgiving to God.
Greek (9:11)
ἐν (in) παντὶ (every way) πλουτιζόμενοι (enriching you) εἰς (to) πᾶσαν (all) ἁπλότητα (generosity), ἥτις (which) κατεργάζεται (produces), δι’ (through) ἡμῶν (us), εὐχαριστίαν (thanksgiving) τῷ (‑) Θεῷ (to God).
KJV (9:11)
Being enriched in every thing to all bountifulness, which causeth through us thanksgiving to God.
Inspired Version (9:12)
For the administration of this service not only supplieth the want of the saints, but is abundant also by many thanksgivings unto God,
Greek (9:12)
ὅτι (For) ἡ (the) διακονία (ministry) τῆς (of the) λειτουργίας (service) ταύτης (this) οὐ (not) μόνον (only) ἐστὶν (is) προσαναπληροῦσα (completely filling up) τὰ (the) ὑστερήματα (needs) τῶν (of the) ἁγίων (saints), ἀλλὰ (but) καὶ (also) περισσεύουσα (is overflowing) διὰ (through) πολλῶν (many) εὐχαριστιῶν (thanksgivings) τῷ (‑) Θεῷ (to God),
KJV (9:12)
For the administration of this service not only supplieth the want of the saints, but is abundant also by many thanksgivings unto God;
Inspired Version (9:13)
While by the experiment of this ministration they glorify God for your professed subjection unto the gospel of Christ and for your liberal distribution unto them and unto all men,
Greek (9:13)
διὰ (through) τῆς (the) δοκιμῆς (proof) τῆς (of the) διακονίας (service) ταύτης (this), δοξάζοντες (they glorifying) τὸν (‑) Θεὸν (God) ἐπὶ (at) τῇ (the) ὑποταγῇ (submission) τῆς (of the) ὁμολογίας (of confession) ὑμῶν (of you) εἰς (to) τὸ (the) εὐαγγέλιον (gospel) τοῦ (‑) Χριστοῦ (of Christ) καὶ (and) ἁπλότητι (the generosity) τῆς (of the) κοινωνίας (participation) εἰς (toward) αὐτοὺς (them) καὶ (and) εἰς (toward) πάντας (all);
KJV (9:13)
While by the experiment of this ministration they glorify God for your professed subjection unto the gospel of Christ, and for your liberal distribution unto them, and unto all men;
Inspired Version (9:14)
And by their prayer for you, which long after you for the exceeding grace of God in you.
Greek (9:14)
KJV (9:14)
And by their prayer for you, which long after you for the exceeding grace of God in you.
Inspired Version (9:15)
Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift.
Greek (9:15)
KJV (9:15)
Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift.
Inspired Version (10:1)
Now I, Paul, myself beseech you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ, who in presence am base among you, but being absent am bold toward you;
Greek (10:1)
Αὐτὸς (Myself) δὲ (now) ἐγὼ (I), Παῦλος (Paul), παρακαλῶ (exhort) ὑμᾶς (you) διὰ (by) τῆς (the) πραΰτητος (meekness) καὶ (and) ἐπιεικείας (gentleness) τοῦ (‑) Χριστοῦ (of Christ), ὃς (who) κατὰ (as to) πρόσωπον (appearance) μὲν (indeed) ταπεινὸς (am humble) ἐν (among) ὑμῖν (you), ἀπὼν (being absent) δὲ (however) θαρρῶ (am bold) εἰς (toward) ὑμᾶς (you).
KJV (10:1)
Now I Paul myself beseech you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ, who in presence am base among you, but being absent am bold toward you:
Inspired Version (10:2)
But I beseech you that I may not be bold when I am present with that confidence wherewith I think to be bold against some, which think of us as if we walked according to the flesh.
Greek (10:2)
δέομαι (I implore you) δὲ (now) τὸ (that), μὴ (not) παρὼν (being present), θαρρῆσαι (to be bold) τῇ (with the) πεποιθήσει (confidence) ᾗ (with which) λογίζομαι (I reckon) τολμῆσαι (to be daring) ἐπί (toward) τινας (some) τοὺς (‑) λογιζομένους (reckoning) ἡμᾶς (us) ὡς (as) κατὰ (according to) σάρκα (flesh) περιπατοῦντας (walking).
KJV (10:2)
But I beseech you, that I may not be bold when I am present with that confidence, wherewith I think to be bold against some, which think of us as if we walked according to the flesh.
Inspired Version (10:3)
For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh,
Greek (10:3)
Ἐν (In) σαρκὶ (flesh) γὰρ (for) περιπατοῦντες (walking), οὐ (not) κατὰ (according to) σάρκα (flesh) στρατευόμεθα (do we wage war).
KJV (10:3)
For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh:
Inspired Version (10:4)
(For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God, to the pulling down of strongholds),
Greek (10:4)
KJV (10:4)
(For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds;)
Inspired Version (10:5)
Casting down imaginations and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ,
Greek (10:5)
λογισμοὺς (arguments) καθαιροῦντες (overthrowing), καὶ (and) πᾶν (every) ὕψωμα (high thing) ἐπαιρόμενον (lifting itself up) κατὰ (against) τῆς (the) γνώσεως (knowledge) τοῦ (‑) Θεοῦ (of God), καὶ (and) αἰχμαλωτίζοντες (taking captive) πᾶν (every) νόημα (thought) εἰς (into) τὴν (the) ὑπακοὴν (obedience) τοῦ (‑) Χριστοῦ (of Christ),
KJV (10:5)
Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;
Inspired Version (10:6)
And having in a readiness to revenge all disobedience when your obedience is fulfilled.
Greek (10:6)
KJV (10:6)
And having in a readiness to revenge all disobedience, when your obedience is fulfilled.
Inspired Version (10:7)
Do ye look on things after the outward appearance? If any man trust to himself that he is Christ's, let him of himself think this again, that, as he is Christ's, even so are we Christ's.
Greek (10:7)
Τὰ (The things) κατὰ (according to) πρόσωπον (appearance) βλέπετε (are you looking). εἴ (If) τις (anyone) πέποιθεν (is persuaded) ἑαυτῷ (in himself) Χριστοῦ (of Christ) εἶναι (to be), τοῦτο (this) λογιζέσθω (let him reckon) πάλιν (again) ἐφ’ (within) ἑαυτοῦ (himself), ὅτι (that) καθὼς (as) αὐτὸς (he) Χριστοῦ (is of Christ), οὕτως (so) καὶ (also are) ἡμεῖς (we).
KJV (10:7)
Do ye look on things after the outward appearance? If any man trust to himself that he is Christ's, let him of himself think this again, that, as he is Christ's, even so are we Christ's.
Inspired Version (10:8)
For though I should boast somewhat more of our authority, which the Lord hath given us for edification and not for your destruction, I should not be ashamed,
Greek (10:8)
ἐάν (If) τε (even) γὰρ (for) περισσότερόν (more abundantly) τι (somewhat) καυχήσωμαι (I should boast) περὶ (concerning) τῆς (the) ἐξουσίας (authority) ἡμῶν (of us), ἧς (which) ἔδωκεν (has given us) ὁ (the) Κύριος (Lord) εἰς (for) οἰκοδομὴν (building you up) καὶ (and) οὐκ (not) εἰς (for) καθαίρεσιν (tearing down) ὑμῶν (you), οὐκ (not) αἰσχυνθήσομαι (I will be ashamed),
KJV (10:8)
For though I should boast somewhat more of our authority, which the Lord hath given us for edification, and not for your destruction, I should not be ashamed:
Inspired Version (10:9)
That I may not seem as if I would terrify you by letters.
Greek (10:9)
KJV (10:9)
That I may not seem as if I would terrify you by letters.
Inspired Version (10:10)
For his letters, say they, are weighty and powerful; but his bodily presence is weak, and his speech contemptible.
Greek (10:10)
KJV (10:10)
For his letters, say they, are weighty and powerful; but his bodily presence is weak, and his speech contemptible.
Inspired Version (10:11)
Let such a one think this, that, such as we are in word by letters when we are absent, such will we be also in deed when we are present.
Greek (10:11)
KJV (10:11)
Let such a one think this, that, such as we are in word by letters when we are absent, such will we be also in deed when we are present.
Inspired Version (10:12)
For we dare not make ourselves of the number or compare ourselves with some that commend themselves; but they, measuring themselves by themselves and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise.
Greek (10:12)
Οὐ (Not) γὰρ (for) τολμῶμεν (dare we) ἐνκρῖναι (to classify) ἢ (or) συνκρῖναι (to compare) ἑαυτούς (ourselves with) τισιν (some) τῶν (‑) ἑαυτοὺς (themselves) συνιστανόντων (commending); ἀλλὰ (but) αὐτοὶ (these) ἐν (by) ἑαυτοῖς (themselves), ἑαυτοὺς (themselves) μετροῦντες (measuring), καὶ (and) συνκρίνοντες (comparing) ἑαυτοὺς (themselves) ἑαυτοῖς (with themselves), οὐ (not) συνιᾶσιν (understand).
KJV (10:12)
For we dare not make ourselves of the number, or compare ourselves with some that commend themselves: but they measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise.
Inspired Version (10:13)
But we will not boast of things without our measure, but according to the measure of the rule which God hath distributed to us, a measure to reach even unto you.
Greek (10:13)
ἡμεῖς (We) δὲ (however) οὐκ (not) εἰς (into) τὰ (the things) ἄμετρα (beyond measure) καυχησόμεθα (will boast), ἀλλὰ (but) κατὰ (according to) τὸ (the) μέτρον (measure) τοῦ (of the) κανόνος (area) οὗ (that) ἐμέρισεν (has assigned) ἡμῖν (to us) ὁ (‑) Θεὸς (God), μέτρου (a measure) ἐφικέσθαι (to reach) ἄχρι (as far as) καὶ (also) ὑμῶν (you).
KJV (10:13)
But we will not boast of things without our measure, but according to the measure of the rule which God hath distributed to us, a measure to reach even unto you.
Inspired Version (10:14)
For we stretch not ourselves beyond our measure, as though we reached not unto you; for we are come as far as to you also in preaching the gospel of Christ,
Greek (10:14)
KJV (10:14)
For we stretch not ourselves beyond our measure, as though we reached not unto you: for we are come as far as to you also in preaching the gospel of Christ:
Inspired Version (10:15)
Not boasting of things without our measure, that is, of other men's labors--but having hope, when your faith is increased, that we shall be enlarged by you according to our rule abundantly,
Greek (10:15)
οὐκ (not) εἰς (to) τὰ (the things) ἄμετρα (beyond measure) καυχώμενοι (boasting) ἐν (in) ἀλλοτρίοις (others’) κόποις (labors), ἐλπίδα (hope) δὲ (however) ἔχοντες (having), αὐξανομένης (increasing) τῆς (the) πίστεως (faith) ὑμῶν (of you), ἐν (among) ὑμῖν (you) μεγαλυνθῆναι (to be enlarged) κατὰ (according to) τὸν (the) κανόνα (area) ἡμῶν (of us), εἰς (to) περισσείαν (abundance),
KJV (10:15)
Not boasting of things without our measure, that is, of other men's labors; but having hope, when your faith is increased, that we shall be enlarged by you according to our rule abundantly,
Inspired Version (10:16)
To preach the gospel in the regions beyond you and not to boast in another man's line of things made ready to our hand.
Greek (10:16)
εἰς (so as) τὰ (that) ὑπερέκεινα (beyond) ὑμῶν (you) εὐαγγελίσασθαι (to preach the gospel), οὐκ (not) ἐν (in) ἀλλοτρίῳ (another’s) κανόνι (area), εἰς (in) τὰ (things) ἕτοιμα (ready) καυχήσασθαι (to boast).
KJV (10:16)
To preach the gospel in the regions beyond you, and not to boast in another man's line of things made ready to our hand.
Inspired Version (10:17)
But he that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord.
Greek (10:17)
KJV (10:17)
But he that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord.
Inspired Version (10:18)
For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth.
Greek (10:18)
KJV (10:18)
For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth.
Inspired Version (11:1)
Would to God ye could bear with me a little in my folly; and indeed bear with me,
Greek (11:1)
KJV (11:1)
Would to God ye could bear with me a little in my folly: and indeed bear with me.
Inspired Version (11:2)
For I am jealous over you with godly jealousy; for I have espoused you to one husband, that I may present you as a chaste virgin to Christ.
Greek (11:2)
KJV (11:2)
For I am jealous over you with godly jealousy: for I have espoused you to one husband, that I may present you as a chaste virgin to Christ.
Inspired Version (11:3)
But I fear, lest by any means, as the serpent beguiled Eve through his subtlety, so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ.
Greek (11:3)
Φοβοῦμαι (I am afraid) δὲ (however), μή (lest) πως (by any means) ὡς (as) ὁ (the) ὄφις (serpent) ἐξηπάτησεν (deceived) Εὕαν (Eve) ἐν (in) τῇ (the) πανουργίᾳ (craftiness) αὐτοῦ (of him), φθαρῇ (might be corrupted) τὰ (the) νοήματα (minds) ὑμῶν (of you) ἀπὸ (from) τῆς (the) ἁπλότητος (simplicity) καὶ (and) τῆς (the) ἁγνότητος (purity) τῆς (‑) εἰς (in) ‹τὸν› (‑) Χριστόν (Christ).
KJV (11:3)
But I fear, lest by any means, as the serpent beguiled Eve through his subtilty, so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ.
Inspired Version (11:4)
For if he that cometh preacheth another Jesus whom we have not preached, or if ye receive another spirit which ye have not received, or another gospel which ye have not accepted, ye might well bear with me.
Greek (11:4)
εἰ (If) μὲν (indeed) γὰρ (for) ὁ (the one) ἐρχόμενος (coming), ἄλλον (another) Ἰησοῦν (Jesus) κηρύσσει (proclaims), ὃν (whom) οὐκ (not) ἐκηρύξαμεν (we did proclaim), ἢ (or) πνεῦμα (a spirit) ἕτερον (different) λαμβάνετε (you receive) ὃ (which) οὐκ (not) ἐλάβετε (you did receive), ἢ (or) εὐαγγέλιον (glad tidings) ἕτερον (different) ὃ (which) οὐκ (not) ἐδέξασθε (you did accept), καλῶς (well) ἀνέχεσθε (are you bearing with it).
KJV (11:4)
For if he that cometh preacheth another Jesus, whom we have not preached, or if ye receive another spirit, which ye have not received, or another gospel, which ye have not accepted, ye might well bear with him.
Inspired Version (11:5)
For I suppose I was not a whit behind the very chiefest apostles--
Greek (11:5)
KJV (11:5)
For I suppose I was not a whit behind the very chiefest apostles.
Inspired Version (11:6)
But though I be rude in speech, yet not in knowledge; but we have been thoroughly made manifest among you in all things.
Greek (11:6)
KJV (11:6)
But though I be rude in speech, yet not in knowledge; but we have been thoroughly made manifest among you in all things.
Inspired Version (11:7)
Have I committed an offense in abasing myself, that ye might be exalted because I have preached to you the gospel of God freely?
Greek (11:7)
KJV (11:7)
Have I committed an offense in abasing myself that ye might be exalted, because I have preached to you the gospel of God freely?
Inspired Version (11:8)
I robbed other churches, taking wages of them, to do you service.
Greek (11:8)
KJV (11:8)
I robbed other churches, taking wages of them, to do you service.
Inspired Version (11:9)
And when I was present with you and wanted, I was chargeable to no man; for that which was lacking to me the brethren which came from Macedonia supplied; and in all things I have kept myself from being burdensome unto you, and so will I keep myself.
Greek (11:9)
καὶ (And) παρὼν (being present) πρὸς (with) ὑμᾶς (you) καὶ (and) ὑστερηθεὶς (having been in need), οὐ (not) κατενάρκησα (I did burden) οὐθενός (no one); τὸ (‑) γὰρ (for) ὑστέρημά (the need) μου (of me) προσανεπλήρωσαν (completely filled up) οἱ (the) ἀδελφοὶ (brothers) ἐλθόντες (having come) ἀπὸ (from) Μακεδονίας (Macedonia), καὶ (and) ἐν (in) παντὶ (everything) ἀβαρῆ (unburdensome) ἐμαυτὸν (myself) ὑμῖν (to you) ἐτήρησα (I kept), καὶ (and) τηρήσω (will keep).
KJV (11:9)
And when I was present with you, and wanted, I was chargeable to no man: for that which was lacking to me the brethren which came from Macedonia supplied: and in all things I have kept myself from being burdensome unto you, and so will I keep myself.
Inspired Version (11:10)
As the truth of Christ is in me, no man shall stop me of this boasting in the regions of Achaia.
Greek (11:10)
KJV (11:10)
As the truth of Christ is in me, no man shall stop me of this boasting in the regions of Achaia.
Inspired Version (11:11)
Wherefore? Because I love you not? God knoweth.
Greek (11:11)
KJV (11:11)
Wherefore? because I love you not? God knoweth.
Inspired Version (11:12)
But what I do, that I will do, that I may cut off occasion from them which desire occasion, that wherein they glory, they may be found even as we.
Greek (11:12)
Ὃ (What) δὲ (however) ποιῶ (I do), καὶ (also) ποιήσω (I will do), ἵνα (so that) ἐκκόψω (I might cut off) τὴν (the) ἀφορμὴν (opportunity) τῶν (of those) θελόντων (desiring) ἀφορμήν (an opportunity) ἵνα (that) ἐν (in) ᾧ (what) καυχῶνται (they are boasting), εὑρεθῶσιν (they might be found) καθὼς (as) καὶ (also) ἡμεῖς (we).
KJV (11:12)
But what I do, that I will do, that I may cut off occasion from them which desire occasion; that wherein they glory, they may be found even as we.
Inspired Version (11:13)
For such are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ.
Greek (11:13)
οἱ (‑) γὰρ (For) τοιοῦτοι (such are) ψευδαπόστολοι (false apostles), ἐργάται (workers) δόλιοι (deceitful), μετασχηματιζόμενοι (disguising themselves) εἰς (as) ἀποστόλους (apostles) Χριστοῦ (of Christ).
KJV (11:13)
For such are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ.
Inspired Version (11:14)
And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light.
Greek (11:14)
KJV (11:14)
And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light.
Inspired Version (11:15)
Therefore, it is no great thing if his ministers also be transformed as the ministers of righteousness, whose end shall be according to their works.
Greek (11:15)
οὐ (It is not) μέγα (surprising) οὖν (therefore), εἰ (if) καὶ (also) οἱ (the) διάκονοι (servants) αὐτοῦ (of him) μετασχηματίζονται (masquerade) ὡς (as) διάκονοι (servants) δικαιοσύνης (of righteousness), ὧν (whose) τὸ (‑) τέλος (end) ἔσται (will be) κατὰ (according to) τὰ (the) ἔργα (deeds) αὐτῶν (of them).
KJV (11:15)
Therefore it is no great thing if his ministers also be transformed as the ministers of righteousness; whose end shall be according to their works.
Inspired Version (11:16)
I say again, Let no man think me a fool; if otherwise, yet as a fool receive me, that I may boast myself a little.
Greek (11:16)
KJV (11:16)
I say again, Let no man think me a fool; if otherwise, yet as a fool receive me, that I may boast myself a little.
Inspired Version (11:17)
That which I speak, I speak it not after the Lord, but as it were foolishly, in this confidence of boasting.
Greek (11:17)
KJV (11:17)
That which I speak, I speak it not after the Lord, but as it were foolishly, in this confidence of boasting.
Inspired Version (11:18)
Seeing that many glory after the flesh, I will glory also.
Greek (11:18)
KJV (11:18)
Seeing that many glory after the flesh, I will glory also.
Inspired Version (11:19)
For ye suffer fools gladly, seeing ye yourselves are wise.
Greek (11:19)
KJV (11:19)
For ye suffer fools gladly, seeing ye yourselves are wise.
Inspired Version (11:20)
For ye suffer if a man bring you into bondage, if a man devour you, if a man take of you, if a man exalt himself, if a man smite you on the face.
Greek (11:20)
ἀνέχεσθε (You bear it) γὰρ (for) εἴ (if) τις (anyone) ὑμᾶς (you) καταδουλοῖ (enslaves), εἴ (if) τις (anyone) κατεσθίει (devours you), εἴ (if) τις (anyone) λαμβάνει (takes from you), εἴ (if) τις (anyone) ἐπαίρεται (exalts himself), εἴ (if) τις (anyone) εἰς (in) πρόσωπον (the face) ὑμᾶς (of you) δέρει (strikes you).
KJV (11:20)
For ye suffer, if a man bring you into bondage, if a man devour you, if a man take of you, if a man exalt himself, if a man smite you on the face.
Inspired Version (11:21)
I speak as concerning reproach, as though we had been weak. Howbeit, whereinsoever any is bold (I speak foolishly), I am bold also.
Greek (11:21)
KJV (11:21)
I speak as concerning reproach, as though we had been weak. Howbeit whereinsoever any is bold, (I speak foolishly,) I am bold also.
Inspired Version (11:22)
Are they Hebrews? So am I. Are they Israelites? So am I. Are they the seed of Abraham? So am I.
Greek (11:22)
KJV (11:22)
Are they Hebrews? so am I. Are they Israelites? so am I. Are they the seed of Abraham? so am I.
Inspired Version (11:23)
Are they ministers of Christ? (I speak as a fool.) So am I--in labors more abundant, in stripes above measure, in prisons more frequent, in deaths oft.
Greek (11:23)
διάκονοι (Servants) Χριστοῦ (of Christ) εἰσιν (are they)? παραφρονῶν (As being beside myself) λαλῶ (I speak) ὑπὲρ (above measure): ἐγώ (I too), ἐν (in) κόποις (labors) περισσοτέρως (more abundantly), ἐν (in) φυλακαῖς (imprisonments) περισσοτέρως (more abundantly), ἐν (in) πληγαῖς (beatings) ὑπερβαλλόντως (above measure), ἐν (in) θανάτοις (deaths) πολλάκις (often).
KJV (11:23)
Are they ministers of Christ? (I speak as a fool) I am more; in labors more abundant, in stripes above measure, in prisons more frequent, in deaths oft.
Inspired Version (11:24)
Of the Jews five times received I forty stripes save one.
Greek (11:24)
KJV (11:24)
Of the Jews five times received I forty stripes save one.
Inspired Version (11:25)
Thrice was I beaten with rods; once was I stoned; thrice I suffered shipwreck; a night and a day I have been in the deep--
Greek (11:25)
KJV (11:25)
Thrice was I beaten with rods, once was I stoned, thrice I suffered shipwreck, a night and a day I have been in the deep;
Inspired Version (11:26)
In journeyings often, in perils of waters, in perils of robbers, in perils by mine own countrymen, in perils by the heathen, in perils in the city, in perils in the wilderness, in perils in the sea, in perils among false brethren,
Greek (11:26)
ὁδοιπορίαις (in journeyings) πολλάκις (often), κινδύνοις (in perils) ποταμῶν (of rivers), κινδύνοις (in perils) λῃστῶν (of robbers); κινδύνοις (in perils) ἐκ (from my own) γένους (race), κινδύνοις (in perils) ἐξ (from) ἐθνῶν (the Gentiles); κινδύνοις (in perils) ἐν (in) πόλει (the city), κινδύνοις (in perils) ἐν (in) ἐρημίᾳ (the wilderness); κινδύνοις (in perils) ἐν (on) θαλάσσῃ (the sea), κινδύνοις (in perils) ἐν (among) ψευδαδέλφοις (false brothers);
KJV (11:26)
In journeyings often, in perils of waters, in perils of robbers, in perils by mine own countrymen, in perils by the heathen, in perils in the city, in perils in the wilderness, in perils in the sea, in perils among false brethren;
Inspired Version (11:27)
In weariness and painfulness, in watchings often, in hunger and thirst, in fastings often, in cold and nakedness--
Greek (11:27)
KJV (11:27)
In weariness and painfulness, in watchings often, in hunger and thirst, in fastings often, in cold and nakedness.
Inspired Version (11:28)
Besides those things that are without, that which cometh upon me daily, the care of all the churches.
Greek (11:28)
KJV (11:28)
Beside those things that are without, that which cometh upon me daily, the care of all the churches.
Inspired Version (11:29)
Who is weak, and I am not weak? Who is offended, and I anger not?
Greek (11:29)
KJV (11:29)
Who is weak, and I am not weak? who is offended, and I burn not?
Inspired Version (11:30)
If I must needs glory, I will glory of the things which concern mine infirmities.
Greek (11:30)
KJV (11:30)
If I must needs glory, I will glory of the things which concern mine infirmities.
Inspired Version (11:31)
The God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which is blessed for evermore, knoweth that I lie not.
Greek (11:31)
KJV (11:31)
The God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which is blessed for evermore, knoweth that I lie not.
Inspired Version (11:32)
In Damascus the governor under Aretas, the king, kept the city of the Damascenes with a garrison, desirous to apprehend me;
Greek (11:32)
KJV (11:32)
In Damascus the governor under Aretas the king kept the city of the Damascenes with a garrison, desirous to apprehend me:
Inspired Version (11:33)
And through a window in a basket was I let down by the wall and escaped his hands.
Greek (11:33)
KJV (11:33)
And through a window in a basket was I let down by the wall, and escaped his hands.
Inspired Version (12:1)
It is not expedient for me, doubtless, to glory; I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord.
Greek (12:1)
KJV (12:1)
It is not expedient for me doubtless to glory. I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord.
Inspired Version (12:2)
I knew a man in Christ above fourteen years ago (whether in the body, I cannot tell; or whether out of the body, I cannot tell; God knoweth), such a one caught up to the third heaven.
Greek (12:2)
οἶδα (I know) ἄνθρωπον (a man) ἐν (in) Χριστῷ (Christ), πρὸ (ago) ἐτῶν (years) δεκατεσσάρων (fourteen)— εἴτε (whether) ἐν (in) σώματι (the body), οὐκ (not) οἶδα (I know), εἴτε (or) ἐκτὸς (out of) τοῦ (the) σώματος (body), οὐκ (not) οἶδα (I know), ὁ (‑) Θεὸς (God) οἶδεν (knows)— ἁρπαγέντα (having been caught up) τὸν (‑) τοιοῦτον (such a man) ἕως (to) τρίτου (the third) οὐρανοῦ (heaven).
KJV (12:2)
I knew a man in Christ above fourteen years ago, (whether in the body, I cannot tell; or whether out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth;) such a one caught up to the third heaven.
Inspired Version (12:3)
And I knew such a man (whether in the body, or out of the body, I cannot tell; God knoweth),
Greek (12:3)
KJV (12:3)
And I knew such a man, (whether in the body, or out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth;)
Inspired Version (12:4)
How that he was caught up into paradise and heard unspeakable words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter.
Greek (12:4)
KJV (12:4)
How that he was caught up into paradise, and heard unspeakable words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter.
Inspired Version (12:5)
Of such a one will I glory; yet of myself I will not glory, but in mine infirmities.
Greek (12:5)
Ὑπὲρ (Concerning) τοῦ (‑) τοιούτου (such a man) καυχήσομαι (I will boast); ὑπὲρ (concerning) δὲ (however) ἐμαυτοῦ (myself), οὐ (not) καυχήσομαι (I will boast), εἰ (if) μὴ (not) ἐν (in) ταῖς (the) ἀσθενείαις (weaknesses).
KJV (12:5)
Of such a one will I glory: yet of myself I will not glory, but in mine infirmities.
Inspired Version (12:6)
For though I would desire to glory, I shall not be a fool; for I will say the truth; but now I forbear, lest any man should think of me above that which he seeth of me or that he heareth of me.
Greek (12:6)
ἐὰν (If) γὰρ (for) θελήσω (I should desire) καυχήσασθαι (to boast), οὐκ (not) ἔσομαι (I will be) ἄφρων (a fool); ἀλήθειαν (the truth) γὰρ (for) ἐρῶ (I will be speaking). φείδομαι (I refrain) δέ (however), μή (lest) τις (anyone) εἰς (to) ἐμὲ (me) λογίσηται (should credit) ὑπὲρ (more than) ὃ (what) βλέπει (he sees) με (in me), ἢ (or) ἀκούει (hears) ‹τι› (anyone) ἐξ (of) ἐμοῦ (me),
KJV (12:6)
For though I would desire to glory, I shall not be a fool; for I will say the truth: but now I forbear, lest any man should think of me above that which he seeth me to be, or that he heareth of me.
Inspired Version (12:7)
And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure.
Greek (12:7)
καὶ (and) τῇ (the) ὑπερβολῇ (surpassingness) τῶν (of the) ἀποκαλύψεων (revelations). Διὸ (Therefore) ἵνα (that) μὴ (not) ὑπεραίρωμαι (I should become conceited), ἐδόθη (was given) μοι (to me) σκόλοψ (a thorn) τῇ (in my) σαρκί (flesh), ἄγγελος (a messenger) Σατανᾶ (of Satan), ἵνα (that) με (me) κολαφίζῃ (he might buffet), ἵνα (so that) μὴ (not) ὑπεραίρωμαι (I should become conceited).
KJV (12:7)
And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure.
Inspired Version (12:8)
For this thing I besought the Lord thrice that it might depart from me.
Greek (12:8)
KJV (12:8)
For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me.
Inspired Version (12:9)
And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee; for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly, therefore, will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
Greek (12:9)
καὶ (And) εἴρηκέν (He said) μοι (to me), “Ἀρκεῖ (Suffices) σοι (you) ἡ (the) χάρις (grace) μου (of Me); ἡ (the) γὰρ (for) δύναμις (power) ἐν (in) ἀσθενείᾳ (weakness) τελεῖται (is perfected).” Ἥδιστα (Most gladly) οὖν (therefore) μᾶλλον (rather) καυχήσομαι (will I boast) ἐν (in) ταῖς (the) ἀσθενείαις (weaknesses) ‹μου› (of me), ἵνα (so that) ἐπισκηνώσῃ (may rest) ἐπ’ (upon) ἐμὲ (me) ἡ (the) δύναμις (power) τοῦ (‑) Χριστοῦ (of Christ).
KJV (12:9)
And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
Inspired Version (12:10)
Therefore, I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake; for when I am weak, then am I strong.
Greek (12:10)
διὸ (Therefore) εὐδοκῶ (I take pleasure) ἐν (in) ἀσθενείαις (weaknesses), ἐν (in) ὕβρεσιν (insults), ἐν (in) ἀνάγκαις (hardships), ἐν (in) διωγμοῖς (persecutions), καὶ (and) στενοχωρίαις (difficulties) ὑπὲρ (for) Χριστοῦ (Christ); ὅταν (when) γὰρ (for) ἀσθενῶ (I might be weak), τότε (then) δυνατός (strong) εἰμι (I am).
KJV (12:10)
Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.
Inspired Version (12:11)
I am become a fool in glorying; ye have compelled me; for I ought to have been commended of you; for in nothing am I behind the very chiefest apostles, though I be nothing.
Greek (12:11)
Γέγονα (I have become) ἄφρων (a fool); ὑμεῖς (you) με (me) ἠναγκάσατε (compelled). ἐγὼ (I) γὰρ (for) ὤφειλον (ought) ὑφ’ (by) ὑμῶν (you) συνίστασθαι (to have been commended). οὐδὲν (In no way) γὰρ (for) ὑστέρησα (was I inferior) τῶν (to those) “Ὑπερλίαν (most eminent) ἀποστόλων (apostles),” εἰ (though) καὶ (even) οὐδέν (nothing) εἰμι (I am).
KJV (12:11)
I am become a fool in glorying; ye have compelled me: for I ought to have been commended of you: for in nothing am I behind the very chiefest apostles, though I be nothing.
Inspired Version (12:12)
Truly the signs of an apostle were wrought among you in all patience, in signs, and wonders, and mighty deeds.
Greek (12:12)
KJV (12:12)
Truly the signs of an apostle were wrought among you in all patience, in signs, and wonders, and mighty deeds.
Inspired Version (12:13)
For what is it wherein ye were inferior to other churches, except it be that I myself was not burdensome to you? Forgive me this wrong.
Greek (12:13)
τί (In what) γάρ (for) ἐστιν (is it) ὃ (that) ἡσσώθητε (you were inferior) ὑπὲρ (beyond) τὰς (the) λοιπὰς (rest) ἐκκλησίας (of the churches), εἰ (if) μὴ (not) ὅτι (that) αὐτὸς (myself) ἐγὼ (I) οὐ (not) κατενάρκησα (did burden) ὑμῶν (you)? χαρίσασθέ (Forgive) μοι (me) τὴν (the) ἀδικίαν (wrong) ταύτην (this)!
KJV (12:13)
For what is it wherein ye were inferior to other churches, except it be that I myself was not burdensome to you? forgive me this wrong.
Inspired Version (12:14)
Behold, the third time I am ready to come to you; and I will not be burdensome to you; for I seek not yours, but you; for the children ought not to lay up for the parents, but the parents for the children.
Greek (12:14)
Ἰδοὺ (Behold), τρίτον (third time) τοῦτο (this), ἑτοίμως (ready) ἔχω (I am) ἐλθεῖν (to come) πρὸς (to) ὑμᾶς (you), καὶ (and) οὐ (not) καταναρκήσω (I will burden you); οὐ (not) γὰρ (for) ζητῶ (I seek) τὰ (what is) ὑμῶν (yours), ἀλλὰ (but) ὑμᾶς (you). οὐ (Not) γὰρ (for) ὀφείλει (ought) τὰ (the) τέκνα (children) τοῖς (for the) γονεῦσιν (parents) θησαυρίζειν (to treasure up), ἀλλὰ (but) οἱ (the) γονεῖς (parents) τοῖς (for the) τέκνοις (children).
KJV (12:14)
Behold, the third time I am ready to come to you; and I will not be burdensome to you: for I seek not yours, but you: for the children ought not to lay up for the parents, but the parents for the children.
Inspired Version (12:15)
And I will very gladly spend and be spent for you; though the more abundantly I love you, the less I be loved.
Greek (12:15)
KJV (12:15)
And I will very gladly spend and be spent for you; though the more abundantly I love you, the less I be loved.
Inspired Version (12:16)
But be it so, I did not burden you; nevertheless, being crafty, I caught you with guile.
Greek (12:16)
KJV (12:16)
But be it so, I did not burden you: nevertheless, being crafty, I caught you with guile.
Inspired Version (12:17)
Did I make a gain of you by any of them whom I sent unto you?
Greek (12:17)
KJV (12:17)
Did I make a gain of you by any of them whom I sent unto you?
Inspired Version (12:18)
I desired Titus, and with him I sent a brother. Did Titus make a gain of you? Walked we not in the same spirit? Walked we not in the same steps?
Greek (12:18)
παρεκάλεσα (I urged) Τίτον (Titus to go), καὶ (and) συναπέστειλα (sent with him) τὸν (the) ἀδελφόν (brother). μήτι (Not) ἐπλεονέκτησεν (did exploit) ὑμᾶς (you) Τίτος (Titus)? οὐ (Not) τῷ (in the) αὐτῷ (same) Πνεύματι (spirit) περιεπατήσαμεν (did we walk)? οὐ (Not) τοῖς (in the) αὐτοῖς (same) ἴχνεσιν (steps)?
KJV (12:18)
I desired Titus, and with him I sent a brother. Did Titus make a gain of you? walked we not in the same spirit? walked we not in the same steps?
Inspired Version (12:19)
Again, think ye that we excuse ourselves unto you? We speak before God in Christ; but we do all things, dearly beloved, for your edifying.
Greek (12:19)
Πάλαι (All along) δοκεῖτε (have you been thinking) ὅτι (that) ὑμῖν (to you) ἀπολογούμεθα (we have been making a defense)? κατέναντι (Before) Θεοῦ (God) ἐν (in) Χριστῷ (Christ) λαλοῦμεν (we speak), τὰ (‑) δὲ (but) πάντα (all things), ἀγαπητοί (beloved), ὑπὲρ (for) τῆς (‑) ὑμῶν (your) οἰκοδομῆς (edification).
KJV (12:19)
Again, think ye that we excuse ourselves unto you? we speak before God in Christ: but we do all things, dearly beloved, for your edifying.
Inspired Version (12:20)
For I fear, lest when I come, I shall not find you such as I would, and that I shall be found unto you such as ye would not, lest there be debates, envyings, wraths, strifes, backbitings, whisperings, swellings, tumults,
Greek (12:20)
φοβοῦμαι (I fear) γὰρ (for) μή (lest) πως (perhaps), ἐλθὼν (having come), οὐχ (not) οἵους (such as) θέλω (I wish) εὕρω (I may find) ὑμᾶς (you), κἀγὼ (and I) εὑρεθῶ (might be found) ὑμῖν (by you) οἷον (such as) οὐ (not) θέλετε (you do wish); μή (lest) πως (perhaps) ἔρις (quarreling), ζῆλος (jealousy), θυμοί (anger), ἐριθεῖαι (contentions), καταλαλιαί (slander), ψιθυρισμοί (gossip), φυσιώσεις (conceit), ἀκαταστασίαι (disorder);
KJV (12:20)
For I fear, lest, when I come, I shall not find you such as I would, and that I shall be found unto you such as ye would not: lest there be debates, envyings, wraths, strifes, backbitings, whisperings, swellings, tumults:
Inspired Version (12:21)
And lest when I come again, my God will humble me among you, and that I shall bewail many which have sinned already and have not repented of the uncleanness and fornication and lasciviousness which they have committed.
Greek (12:21)
μὴ (lest) πάλιν (again) ἐλθόντος (having come) μου (of me), ταπεινώσῃ (should humble) με (me) ὁ (the) Θεός (God) μου (of me) πρὸς (as to) ὑμᾶς (you), καὶ (and) πενθήσω (I should mourn over) πολλοὺς (many) τῶν (of those) προημαρτηκότων (having before sinned) καὶ (and) μὴ (not) μετανοησάντων (having repented) ἐπὶ (of) τῇ (the) ἀκαθαρσίᾳ (impurity) καὶ (and) πορνείᾳ (sexual immorality) καὶ (and) ἀσελγείᾳ (sensuality) ᾗ (that) ἔπραξαν (they have practiced).
KJV (12:21)
And lest, when I come again, my God will humble me among you, and that I shall bewail many which have sinned already, and have not repented of the uncleanness and fornication and lasciviousness which they have committed.
Inspired Version (13:1)
This is the third time I am coming to you. In the mouth of two or three witnesses shall every word be established.
Greek (13:1)
KJV (13:1)
This is the third time I am coming to you. In the mouth of two or three witnesses shall every word be established.
Inspired Version (13:2)
I told you before and foretell you, as if I were present, the second time; and being absent, now I write to them which heretofore have sinned, and to all other, that, if I come again, I will not spare,
Greek (13:2)
Προείρηκα (I have warned) καὶ (and) προλέγω (I warn), ὡς (as) παρὼν (being present) τὸ (the) δεύτερον (second time), καὶ (and) ἀπὼν (being absent) νῦν (now) τοῖς (those) προημαρτηκόσιν (having sinned before), καὶ (and) τοῖς (the) λοιποῖς (rest) πᾶσιν (all), ὅτι (that) ἐὰν (if) ἔλθω (I come) εἰς (to) τὸ (the same) πάλιν (again), οὐ (not) φείσομαι (I will spare anyone),
KJV (13:2)
I told you before, and foretell you, as if I were present, the second time; and being absent now I write to them which heretofore have sinned, and to all other, that, if I come again, I will not spare:
Inspired Version (13:3)
Since ye seek a proof of Christ speaking in me, which to you-ward is not weak, but is mighty in you.
Greek (13:3)
KJV (13:3)
Since ye seek a proof of Christ speaking in me, which to you-ward is not weak, but is mighty in you.
Inspired Version (13:4)
For though he was crucified through weakness, yet he lived by the power of God. For we also are weak in him, but we shall live with him by the power of God toward you.
Greek (13:4)
καὶ (And) γὰρ (for) ἐσταυρώθη (He was crucified) ἐξ (in) ἀσθενείας (weakness), ἀλλὰ (yet) ζῇ (He lives) ἐκ (by) δυνάμεως (power) Θεοῦ (God’s). καὶ (Also) γὰρ (for) ἡμεῖς (we) ἀσθενοῦμεν (are weak) ἐν (in) αὐτῷ (Him), ἀλλὰ (but) ζήσομεν (we will live) σὺν (with) αὐτῷ (Him) ἐκ (by) δυνάμεως (power) Θεοῦ (God’s) εἰς (toward) ὑμᾶς (you).
KJV (13:4)
For though he was crucified through weakness, yet he liveth by the power of God. For we also are weak in him, but we shall live with him by the power of God toward you.
Inspired Version (13:5)
Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves. Know ye not your own selves, how that Jesus Christ is in you, except ye be reprobates?
Greek (13:5)
Ἑαυτοὺς (Yourselves) πειράζετε (examine) εἰ (whether) ἐστὲ (you are) ἐν (in) τῇ (the) πίστει (faith); ἑαυτοὺς (yourselves) δοκιμάζετε (test). ἢ (Or) οὐκ (not) ἐπιγινώσκετε (do you recognize) ἑαυτοὺς (yourselves) ὅτι (that) Ἰησοῦς (Jesus) Χριστὸς (Christ is) ἐν (in) ὑμῖν (you), εἰ (if) μήτι (not) ἀδόκιμοί (unapproved) ἐστε (you are)?
KJV (13:5)
Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves. Know ye not your own selves, how that Jesus Christ is in you, except ye be reprobates?
Inspired Version (13:6)
But I trust that ye shall know that we are not reprobates.
Greek (13:6)
KJV (13:6)
But I trust that ye shall know that we are not reprobates.
Inspired Version (13:7)
Now I pray to God that ye do no evil--not that we should appear approved, but that ye should do that which is honest, though we be as reprobates.
Greek (13:7)
Εὐχόμεθα (We pray) δὲ (now) πρὸς (to) τὸν (‑) Θεὸν (God), μὴ (not) ποιῆσαι (to do) ὑμᾶς (you) κακὸν (wrong) μηδέν (nothing), οὐχ (not) ἵνα (that) ἡμεῖς (we) δόκιμοι (approved) φανῶμεν (might appear), ἀλλ’ (but) ἵνα (that) ὑμεῖς (you) τὸ (what is) καλὸν (right) ποιῆτε (may do); ἡμεῖς (we) δὲ (though) ὡς (as) ἀδόκιμοι (unapproved) ὦμεν (might appear).
KJV (13:7)
Now I pray to God that ye do no evil; not that we should appear approved, but that ye should do that which is honest, though we be as reprobates.
Inspired Version (13:8)
For we can do nothing against the truth, but for the truth.
Greek (13:8)
KJV (13:8)
For we can do nothing against the truth, but for the truth.
Inspired Version (13:9)
For we are glad when we are weak and ye are strong; and this also we wish, even your perfection.
Greek (13:9)
KJV (13:9)
For we are glad, when we are weak, and ye are strong: and this also we wish, even your perfection.
Inspired Version (13:10)
Therefore, I write these things, being absent, lest, being present, I should use sharpness, according to the power which the Lord hath given me to edification and not to destruction.
Greek (13:10)
Διὰ (Because of) τοῦτο (therefore) ταῦτα (these things), ἀπὼν (being absent) γράφω (I write), ἵνα (so that) παρὼν (being present), μὴ (not) ἀποτόμως (with severity) χρήσωμαι (I should treat you), κατὰ (according to) τὴν (the) ἐξουσίαν (authority) ἣν (that) ὁ (the) Κύριος (Lord) ἔδωκέν (has given) μοι (me), εἰς (for) οἰκοδομὴν (building up) καὶ (and) οὐκ (not) εἰς (for) καθαίρεσιν (tearing down).
KJV (13:10)
Therefore I write these things being absent, lest being present I should use sharpness, according to the power which the Lord hath given me to edification, and not to destruction.
Inspired Version (13:11)
Finally, brethren, farewell. Be perfect; be of good comfort; be of one mind; live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you.
Greek (13:11)
Λοιπόν (Finally), ἀδελφοί (brothers), χαίρετε (rejoice)! καταρτίζεσθε (Be perfected), παρακαλεῖσθε (be exhorted), τὸ (be of the) αὐτὸ (same) φρονεῖτε (mind), εἰρηνεύετε (be at peace). καὶ (And) ὁ (the) Θεὸς (God) τῆς (‑) ἀγάπης (of love) καὶ (and) εἰρήνης (peace) ἔσται (will be) μεθ’ (with) ὑμῶν (you).
KJV (13:11)
Finally, brethren, farewell. Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you.
Inspired Version (13:12)
Greet one another with a holy salutation.
KJV (13:12)
Greet one another with a holy kiss.
Inspired Version (13:13)
All the saints salute you.
Greek (13:13)
KJV (13:13)
All the saints salute you.
Inspired Version (13:14)
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost be with you all. Amen.
Greek (13:14)
KJV (13:14)
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen.