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2 Peter 3:9
King James Version
2 Peter 3:9
King James Version
9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
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2 Peter 3:9
English Standard Version
2 Peter 3:9
English Standard Version
9 (A)The Lord is not slow to fulfill his promise (B)as some count slowness, but (C)is patient toward you,[a] (D)not wishing that any should perish, but (E)that all should reach repentance.
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2 Peter 3:9
New International Version
2 Peter 3:9
New International Version
9 The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise,(A) as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient(B) with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.(C)
2 Peter 3:9
New American Standard Bible
2 Peter 3:9
New American Standard Bible
9 (A)The Lord is not slow about His promise, as some count slowness, but (B)is patient toward you, (C)not willing for any to perish, but for all to come to repentance.
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