Katolikus Biblia
Mosaico decorativo

2 Corinthians, 2

1. But I determined this with myself, that I would not come again to you in heaviness.

1. So I gave up a visit that would again be a distressing one.

2. For if I make you sorry, who is he then that maketh me glad, but the same which is made sorry by me?

2. If I make you sad, who will make me happy if not you whom I have grieved?

3. And I wrote this same unto you, lest, when I came, I should have sorrow from them of whom I ought to rejoice; having confidence in you all, that my joy is [the joy] of you all.

3. Remember what I wrote you, "May it be that when I come I do not feel sad because of you, who should rather make me happy." I trust in everyone and I am sure that my joy will be the joy of you all.

4. For out of much affliction and anguish of heart I wrote unto you with many tears; not that ye should be grieved, but that ye might know the love which I have more abundantly unto you.

4. So afflicted and worried was I when I wrote to you, that I even shed tears. I did not intend to cause you pain, but rather to let you know of the immense love that I have for you.

5. But if any have caused grief, he hath not grieved me, but in part: that I may not overcharge you all.

5. If anyone has caused me pain, he has hurt not me but in some measure, (I do not wish to exaggerate) all of you.

6. Sufficient to such a man [is] this punishment, which [was inflicted] of many.

6. The punishment that he received from the majority is enough for him.

7. So that contrariwise ye [ought] rather to forgive [him], and comfort [him], lest perhaps such a one should be swallowed up with overmuch sorrow.

7. Now you should rather forgive and comfort him, lest excessive sorrow discourage him.

8. Wherefore I beseech you that ye would confirm [your] love toward him.

8. So I beg you to treat him with love.

9. For to this end also did I write, that I might know the proof of you, whether ye be obedient in all things.

9. This is why I wrote to you, to test you and to know if you would obey in everything.

10. To whom ye forgive any thing, I [forgive] also: for if I forgave any thing, to whom I forgave [it], for your sakes [forgave I it] in the person of Christ;

10. The one you forgive, I also forgive. And what I forgave, if indeed I had anything to forgive, I forgave for your sake in the presence of Christ,

11. Lest Satan should get an advantage of us: for we are not ignorant of his devices.

11. lest Satan take advantage of us; for we know his designs.

12. Furthermore, when I came to Troas to [preach] Christ's gospel, and a door was opened unto me of the Lord,

12. So I came to Troas to preach the Gospel of Christ, and the Lord opened doors for me.

13. I had no rest in my spirit, because I found not Titus my brother: but taking my leave of them, I went from thence into Macedonia.

13. However I could not be at peace because I did not find my brother Titus there, so I took leave of them and went to Macedonia.

14. Now thanks [be] unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in every place.

14. Thanks be to God, who always leads us in the triumphant following of Christ and, through us, spreads the knowledge of him everywhere, like an aroma.

15. For we are unto God a sweet savour of Christ, in them that are saved, and in them that perish:

15. We are Christ's fragrance rising up to God, and perceived by those who are saved as well as by those who are lost.

16. To the one [we are] the savour of death unto death; and to the other the savour of life unto life. And who [is] sufficient for these things?

16. To the latter, it smells of death and leads them to death. To others it is the fragrance of life and leads to life.

17. For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ.

17. But who is worthy of such a mission? Unlike so many who make money out of the word of God, we speak with sincerity: everything comes from God and is said in his presence, in Christ.



Olvasd el a Bibliát egy év alatt

Csatlakozz közösségünkhöz, és olvasd el a teljes Bibliát 365 nap alatt. Egy strukturált és inspiráló út a hited és a Szentírás ismeretének elmélyítéséhez.

Csatlakozz a programhoz PDF terv letöltése

Lábjegyzetek:

2:1-4 - Paul explains that he avoided a painful visit to the church, preferring a letter of exhortation so that pain might be turned into joy. This highlights the role of loving discipline and correction within the Christian community (see also 1 Corinthians 5:1-5 and Hebrews 12:6).

2:5-8 - Paul asks the church to forgive a repentant member, showing that forgiveness is central to the Christian life. Restorative forgiveness reflects the grace of God, who forgives abundantly (see also Matthew 18:21-22 and Ephesians 4:32).

2:14-16 - Paul celebrates the triumph of Christ, who leads believers in a "triumphal process" and makes the gospel message a fragrance of life to the saved and of death to the lost. The Christian mission is inevitably polarizing (see also Colossians 2:15 and 1 Corinthians 1:18).

02:17 - Paul affirms that in preaching the Word of God, he and the other apostles do so not out of self-interest, but in sincerity, as those sent by God. The ministry of the gospel must be motivated by integrity and the will of God (see also 1 Thessalonians 2:3-6 and 2 Corinthians 4:2).

Kapcsolódó versek 2 Corinthians, 2:

2 Corinthians chapter 2 addresses forgiveness and the fragrance of Christ. How does Paul deal with repentance in the church? This compassionate text describes the restoration of a disciplined limb and the importance of forgiveness. The chapter explores themes such as apostolic authority, triumph in Christ, and the aroma of the knowledge of God. Paul also reveals his pastoral anxiety for Titus. Reflect with us on five biblical passages that correlate with the transformative themes of this pivotal chapter.

Matthew 18:15-17: "If your brother sins against you, go and, alone with him, show him his error. If he listens to you, you have won your brother. But if he does not listen to you, take one or two others with you, so that 'any accusation may be confirmed by the testimony of two or three witnesses.' If he refuses to listen to you, tell the church; and if he refuses to listen also to the church, treat him as a pagan or a tax collector." - This passage reflects the process of discipline and restoration mentioned by Paul in 2 Corinthians 2:5-11.

Galatians 6:1: "Brethren, if anyone is overtaken in any sin, you who are spiritual must restore him with meekness. But take care, each one, lest he be tempted either." - This verse complements Paul's instruction on forgiveness and restoration in 2 Corinthians 2:5-11.

1 Corinthians 5:5: "Hand this man over to Satan, so that his body may be destroyed and his spirit may be saved on the day of the Lord." - This passage relates to the discipline mentioned in 2 Corinthians 2:5-11, showing the previous context.

Colossians 2:15: "And, having stripped the powers and authorities, he made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them on the cross." - This verse echoes the theme of triumph in Christ mentioned by Paul in 2 Corinthians 2:14.

1 Peter 2:9: "But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's own people, to proclaim the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light." - This passage relates to Paul's idea of being the "scent of Christ" in 2 Corinthians 2:14-16.

FAQ:

What does Paul say about forgiveness in 2 Corinthians 2?

Paul teaches that we must forgive others, just as we have been forgiven by God, to restore fellowship and prevent the enemy from deceiving us. (2 Corinthians 2:7-8)

What does Paul say about the ministry of the new covenant?

Paul compares the ministry of the new covenant with the old, saying that the ministry of the Spirit is more glorious and life-giving, in contrast to the death of the law. (2 Corinthians 2:17)

How does Paul describe our victory in Christ?

Paul affirms that we are triumphant in Christ, bringing His knowledge to all, and being a fragrance of life to those who are being saved and of death to those who are lost. (2 Corinthians 2:14)

What does Paul teach about sincerity in ministry?

Paul teaches that as ministers of Christ, we must be sincere, seeking to please God rather than men, being honest in our words and actions. (2 Corinthians 2:17)

How does Paul express his love for the Corinthians?

Paul expresses his love for the Corinthians by wanting them to forgive and restore their brother who has fallen into sin, showing the power of forgiveness in Christ. (2 Corinthians 2:8)


Biblia

Ószövetség

Újszövetség

Avaiable on Youtube