2 Corinthians 12:5-7
Disciples’ Literal New Testament
5 I will boast on behalf of such a one. But I will not boast on behalf of myself, except in the weaknesses. 6 For if I should desire to boast, I will not be foolish, for I will be speaking the truth; but I am sparing you, that no one might credit to me beyond what he sees as to me, or hears as to something from me.
But God’s Power Is Perfected In Weakness, So I Will Boast In My Weaknesses
7 And[a] for the excess[b] of the revelations— for-this-reason, in order that I might not be exalted[c], a thorn in the flesh was given to me; a messenger of Satan to[d] beat[e] me in order that I might not be exalted.
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- 2 Corinthians 12:7 This points forward to “for-this-reason”. Or, “beyond what he sees... or hears... and for the... revelations. For this reason”, naming a second basis on which credit might come to Paul (v 6).
- 2 Corinthians 12:7 Paul may mean excess of quality (excellence) or quantity (abundance).
- 2 Corinthians 12:7 Or, exalt myself.
- 2 Corinthians 12:7 Lit, in order that it (or, he) might beat me.
- 2 Corinthians 12:7 Or, strike.
Disciples' Literal New Testament: Serving Modern Disciples by More Fully Reflecting the Writing Style of the Ancient Disciples, Copyright © 2011 Michael J. Magill. All Rights Reserved. Published by Reyma Publishing
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