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2 Corinthians 13:8

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
For we can do nothing against the truth, but for the truth.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

We can't work against the truth, we can only work with it and for it.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Truth isn't something you fight, it's something you team up with.

📚 Historical Context

In the historical context, the Apostle Paul wrote 2 Corinthians around AD 55-57 from Macedonia to the church in Corinth, addressing ongoing conflicts, false accusations against his leadership, and the need for spiritual maturity among the believers. He was preparing for his third visit and emphasizing the supremacy of God's truth in the face of opposition and division within the church. This verse highlights Paul's commitment to truth as the foundation of his ministry, contrasting it with any attempts to undermine it through human error or deceit.

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