2 Corinthians 2:7

Translations

Modern

So instead, you ought to forgive and comfort him, so that he will not be overwhelmed by excessive sorrow.

Traditional

So that contrariwise ye ought rather to forgive him, and comfort him, lest perhaps such a one should be swallowed up with overmuch sorrow.

Literal

…so that on the contrary, it is rather for you to forgive and to comfort him, lest somehow such a one might be overwhelmed by more abundant grief.

Latin

…ita ut e contrario magis donetis, et consolemini, ne forte abundantiori tristitia absorbeatur qui ejusmodi est.

Original

Greek

English

So instead, you ought to forgive and comfort him, so that he will not be overwhelmed by excessive sorrow.

Notes

2 Corinthians 2:5–11

These verses result from Paul's earlier visit and the insult he received. After Paul's severe but tearful letter, the church condemned the man's behavior and disciplined him (2:6). The man repented, so now it was time to forgive and comfort him, as Paul had already done.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul)

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Colossians 3:13
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2 Thessalonians 3:6
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2 Thessalonians 3:14–15
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Philippians 2:27
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Glossary

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

Topics

Being Judgmental Church: Government of, Mosaic and Christian Church: Rules of Discipline In, Mosaic and Christian Discipline of the Church: Exercise, in a Spirit of Charity Love: Exemplification of the Love of Man for Man Mercy: should be Shown: To Backsliders

2 Corinthians 2:7

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