2 Corinthians 11:10

Translations

Modern

As surely as the truth of Christ is in me, this boasting of mine will not be silenced in the regions of Achaia.

Traditional

As the truth of Christ is in me, no man shall stop me of this boasting in the regions of Achaia.

Literal

The truth of Christ is in me, that this boasting of mine will not be stopped in the regions of Achaia.

Latin

Est veritas Christi in me, quoniam hæc gloriatio non infringetur in me in regionibus Achaiæ.

Original

Greek

English

As surely as the truth of Christ is in me, this boasting of mine will not be silenced in the regions of Achaia.

Notes

2 Corinthians 10:1–13:13

In this section, Paul defends his role as an apostle.
These chapters present several issues due to a noticeable change in tone and style. Chapters 1–9 express joy from sinners reconciling with God and the Corinthians reconciling with Paul. However, from this point, Paul becomes defensive. These chapters contain harsh words, bitter accusations, passionate irony, and rebuke. The significant shift at 10:1 has led to various explanations:
1. These chapters might be a separate letter, possibly the “severe letter” sent earlier to Corinth (2:3–4; 7:8–9).
2. It could be that while most church members obeyed the call for reconciliation, a rebellious minority remained, and Paul addressed these four chapters to them.
3. More likely, a new situation arose after Titus reported restored harmony (7:5–16). In this case, some anti-Paul missionaries arrived in Corinth and started a strong campaign against the apostolic message of good news (see 11:4, 13–15). They claimed Paul was not a true apostle or even a true Christian (10:7) and that he had no right to bring the gospel message to Corinth, as it was their territory (10:15–16). They brought a foreign message (11:4) and had a domineering attitude. In short, they were doing Satan’s work (11:13–15). Paul, worried about this new situation, reasserts his apostolic authority and writes in a way he dislikes (11:1, 16–17; 12:1) by boasting about his weaknesses and trials. Paul’s apostolic authority is genuine and powerful, yet it is guided by the love shown by the crucified Jesus (10:1; 13:4–10).

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) Early Christian Heresies

Related verses

Romans 9:1
I speak the truth in Christ; I am not lying, as confirmed by my conscience in the Holy Spirit.
Acts 18:12
While Gallio was proconsul of Achaia, the Jews coordinated an attack on Paul and brought him before the judgment seat.
Romans 1:9
God, whom I serve with my spirit in preaching the gospel of His Son, is my witness how constantly I remember you
2 Corinthians 1:23
I call God as my witness that it was in order to spare you that I did not return to Corinth.
2 Corinthians 11:12
But I will keep on doing what I am doing, in order to undercut those who want an opportunity to be regarded as our equals in the things of which they boast.
2 Corinthians 11:16–17
I repeat: Let no one take me for a fool. But if you do, then receive me as a fool, so that I too may boast a little.
2 Corinthians 10:15
Neither do we boast beyond our limits in the labors of others. But we hope that as your faith increases, our area of influence among you will greatly increase as well,
Galatians 1:20
I assure you before God that what I am writing to you is no lie.
2 Corinthians 12:19
Have you been thinking all along that we were making a defense to you? We speak before God in Christ, and all of this, beloved, is to build you up.
2 Corinthians 1:1
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, To the church of God in Corinth, together with all the saints throughout Achaia:
1 Thessalonians 1:7–8
As a result, you have become an example to all the believers in Macedonia and Achaia.
1 Corinthians 9:15–18
But I have not used any of these rights. And I am not writing this to suggest that something be done for me. Indeed, I would rather die than let anyone nullify my boast.

People

Jesus: The Son of God and Savior of the world

Places

Achaia: A Roman province in southern Greece, including Corinth

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Second Letter to the Corinthians Tentmaker

Topics

Achaia: Benevolence of the Christians In Christian Minister: False and Corrupt

2 Corinthians 11:10

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