2 Corinthians 1:14

Translations

Modern

…as you have already understood us in part, that you may boast of us just as we will boast of you in the day of our Lord Jesus.

Traditional

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.

Literal

…as also you understood us in part, so that we are your boast, even as you are also ours, in the day of our Lord Jesus.

Latin

…sicut et cognovistis nos ex parte, quod gloria vestra sumus, sicut et vos nostra, in die Domini nostri Jesu Christi.

Original

Greek

English

…as you have already understood us in part, that you may boast of us just as we will boast of you in the day of our Lord Jesus.

Notes

2 Corinthians 1:12–14

People criticized Paul's travel plans and his broken promise to visit Corinth. They accused him of being unreliable, like those who say "Yes" but mean "No" (1:17). Before addressing this accusation, he explains his motives in his ministry and letters.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) The Day Is Coming

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People

Jesus: The Son of God and Savior of the world

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Day of the Lord First Letter to the Corinthians Second Coming of Christ Second Letter to the Corinthians

Topics

Christian Minister: Emoluments (Benefits) of Day: Judgment: Called the Day of the Lord Love: Exemplification of the Love of Man for Man Ministers: Their People are Bound, to Give Them Joy

2 Corinthians 1:14

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