2 Corinthians 7:2

Translations

Modern

Make room for us in your hearts. We have wronged no one, we have corrupted no one, we have exploited no one.

Traditional

Receive us; we have wronged no man, we have corrupted no man, we have defrauded no man.

Literal

Make room for us. We wronged no one, we corrupted no one, we took advantage of no one.

Latin

Capite nos. Neminem læsimus, neminem corrupimus, neminem circumvenimus.

Original

Greek

English

Make room for us in your hearts. We have wronged no one, we have corrupted no one, we have exploited no one.

Notes

2 Corinthians 7:2–4

Make room for us in your hearts: Paul continues his request from 6:11–13 (see study note on 6:14–7:1). Paul cared deeply for the churches (11:28), seeking a strong fellowship bond. When misunderstood, he clarified his actions, as he does here.
We have exploited no one: This means not taking their money.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul)

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I have not coveted anyone’s silver or gold or clothing.
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It is not our affection, but yours, that is restrained.
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Matthew 10:14
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2 John 1:10
If anyone comes to you but does not bring this teaching, do not receive him into your home or even greet him.
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He who receives you receives Me, and he who receives Me receives the One who sent Me.
2 Thessalonians 3:7–9
For you yourselves know how you ought to imitate us, because we were not undisciplined among you,
1 Thessalonians 2:3–6
For our appeal does not arise from deceit or ulterior motives or trickery.
2 Corinthians 12:14–18
See, I am ready to come to you a third time, and I will not be a burden, because I am not seeking your possessions, but you. For children should not have to save up for their parents, but parents for their children.
1 Samuel 12:3–4
Here I am. Bear witness against me before the LORD and before His anointed: Whose ox or donkey have I taken? Whom have I cheated or oppressed? From whose hand have I accepted a bribe and closed my eyes? Tell me, and I will restore it to you.”

Glossary

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

Topics

Honesty: General Scriptures Concerning Integrity: General Scriptures Concerning Love: Exemplification of the Love of Man for Man Religious Zeal: Exemplified by Paul

2 Corinthians 7:2

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