2 Corinthians 6:8

Translations

Modern

…through glory and dishonor, slander and praise; viewed as imposters, yet genuine;

Traditional

By honour and dishonour, by evil report and good report: as deceivers, and yet true;

Literal

…through glory and dishonor, through bad report and good report; as imposters yet true;

Latin

…per gloriam, et ignobilitatem, per infamiam, et bonam famam: ut seductores, et veraces, sicut qui ignoti, et cogniti:

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English

…through glory and dishonor, slander and praise; viewed as imposters, yet genuine;

Notes

2 Corinthians 6:8–10

People often attacked Paul's character as an apostle, even calling him and his colleagues imposters. Despite these attitudes, Paul remained honest. They likely thought Paul was insignificant and could be ignored, a reckless person taking unnecessary risks that made him seem almost dead already. Paul countered each of their claims with insights into spiritual reality.

2 Corinthians 6:3–10

Paul provides a clear picture of the challenges in his ministry (compare 4:7–18). He lists nine trials, many of which are recorded in Acts (for example, Acts 14:5–6, 19–20; 16:19–24; 21:30–36). Through their unwavering suffering for the good news, Paul and Timothy (2 Corinthians 1:1) proved they were true ministers of God.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) Paul’s Role as an Apostle

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Glossary

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

Topics

Afflicted Saints: Examples of Afflicted Saints: Apostles Afflictions and Adversities: Resignation In, Exemplified Afflictions and Adversities: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Character of Saints: True Christian Minister: Duties of Christian Minister: Trials and Persecutions of Paul: Persecutions Endured By Persecution of the Righteous Religious Zeal: Exemplified by Paul Resignation: Exemplified Slander: Ministers Exposed To Slander: Servants of God Exposed To Truth: Approve Themselves By Truth: Ministers should Approve Themselves By

2 Corinthians 6:8

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