2 Corinthians 5:11

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Modern

Therefore, since we know what it means to fear the Lord, we try to persuade men. What we are is clear to God, and I hope it is clear to your conscience as well.

Traditional

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.

Literal

Therefore, knowing the fear of the Lord, we persuade men. And we have been made manifest to God, and I hope to have been made manifest in your consciences also.

Latin

Scientes ergo timorem Domini, hominibus suademus, Deo autem manifesti sumus. Spero autem et in conscientiis vestris manifestos nos esse.

Original

Greek

English

Therefore, since we know what it means to fear the Lord, we try to persuade men. What we are is clear to God, and I hope it is clear to your conscience as well.

Notes

2 Corinthians 5:11

One reason for Paul's ministry is his respectful responsibility to the Lord. It is not a fearful dread, but a healthy respect (see Proverbs 1:7).

2 Corinthians 5:11–7:4

Paul explains the main theme of his message: reconciliation. This means turning enemies into friends and restoring relationships. Paul's ideas are based on what God did through Christ to reconcile sinners to Himself (5:18–21). He presents this explanation while defending his own ministry (5:11–17) and applying his message to the situation in Corinth (6:1–7:4).

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Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Conscience Glorification Judgment Seat Rest Second Letter to the Corinthians

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Christian Minister: Character and Attributes of Conscience: General Scriptures Concerning Conscience: Ministers should Commend Themselves to That of Their People Fear of God: A Motive of Obedience Integrity: General Scriptures Concerning Religious Zeal: Exemplified by Paul The Judgment: Warn the Wicked of

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