Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Unlike so many, we do not peddle the word of God for profit. On the contrary, in Christ we speak before God with sincerity, as those sent from God. New Living Translation You see, we are not like the many hucksters who preach for personal profit. We preach the word of God with sincerity and with Christ’s authority, knowing that God is watching us. English Standard Version For we are not, like so many, peddlers of God’s word, but as men of sincerity, as commissioned by God, in the sight of God we speak in Christ. Berean Standard Bible For we are not like so many others, who peddle the word of God for profit. On the contrary, in Christ we speak before God with sincerity, as men sent from God. Berean Literal Bible For we are not like the many, peddling the word of God, but as of sincerity, but as of God, we speak before God in Christ. King James Bible 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. New King James Version For we are not, as so many, peddling the word of God; but as of sincerity, but as from God, we speak in the sight of God in Christ. New American Standard Bible For we are not like the many, peddling the word of God, but as from sincerity, but as from God, we speak in Christ in the sight of God. NASB 1995 For we are not like many, peddling the word of God, but as from sincerity, but as from God, we speak in Christ in the sight of God. NASB 1977 For we are not like many, peddling the word of God, but as from sincerity, but as from God, we speak in Christ in the sight of God. Legacy Standard Bible For we are not like many, peddling the word of God, but as from sincerity, but as from God, in the sight of God, we speak in Christ. Amplified Bible For we are not like many, [acting like merchants] peddling God’s word [shortchanging and adulterating God’s message]; but from pure [uncompromised] motives, as [commissioned and sent] from God, we speak [His message] in Christ in the sight of God. Christian Standard Bible For we do not market the word of God for profit like so many. On the contrary, we speak with sincerity in Christ, as from God and before God. Holman Christian Standard Bible For we are not like the many who market God’s message for profit. On the contrary, we speak with sincerity in Christ, as from God and before God. American Standard Version For we are not as the many, corrupting the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God, speak we in Christ. Contemporary English Version A lot of people try to get rich from preaching God's message. But we are God's sincere messengers, and by the power of Christ we speak our message with God as our witness. English Revised Version For we are not as the many, corrupting the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God, speak we in Christ. GOD'S WORD® Translation At least we don't go around selling an impure word of God like many others. The opposite is true. As Christ's spokesmen and in God's presence, we speak the pure message that comes from God. Good News Translation We are not like so many others, who handle God's message as if it were cheap merchandise; but because God has sent us, we speak with sincerity in his presence, as servants of Christ. International Standard Version At least we are not commercializing God's word like so many others. Instead, we speak with sincerity in the Messiah's name, like people who are sent from God and are accountable to God. Majority Standard Bible For we are not like others, who peddle the word of God for profit. On the contrary, in Christ we speak before God with sincerity, as men sent from God. NET Bible For we are not like so many others, hucksters who peddle the word of God for profit, but we are speaking in Christ before God as persons of sincerity, as persons sent from God. New Heart English Bible For we are not, like so many, peddling the word of God. But as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God, we speak in Christ. Webster's Bible Translation For we are not as many, who corrupt the word of God: but as from sincerity, but as from God, in the sight of God we speak in Christ. Weymouth New Testament We are; for, unlike most teachers, we are not fraudulent hucksters of God's Message; but with transparent motives, as commissioned by God, in God's presence and in communion with Christ, so we speak. World English Bible For we are not as so many, peddling the word of God. But as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God, we speak in Christ. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionFor we are not as the many, adulterating the word of God, but as of sincerity—but as of God; in the presence of God, in Christ we speak. Berean Literal Bible For we are not like the many, peddling the word of God, but as of sincerity, but as of God, we speak before God in Christ. Young's Literal Translation for we are not as the many, adulterating the word of God, but as of sincerity -- but as of God; in the presence of God, in Christ we do speak. Smith's Literal Translation For we are not as the many adulterating the word of God: but as of purity, but as of God, before the face of God speak we in Christ. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor we are not as many, adulterating the word of God; but with sincerity, but as from God, before God, in Christ we speak. Catholic Public Domain Version For we are not like many others, adulterating the Word of God. But instead, we speak with sincerity: from God, before God, and in Christ. New American Bible For we are not like the many who trade on the word of God; but as out of sincerity, indeed as from God and in the presence of God, we speak in Christ. New Revised Standard Version For we are not peddlers of God’s word like so many; but in Christ we speak as persons of sincerity, as persons sent from God and standing in his presence. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor we are not like those who corrupt the word of God: but according to the truth, and as men of God we speak through Christ in the sight of God. Aramaic Bible in Plain English For we are not like others who blend the words of God, but according to that which is in the truth and according to that which is from God, before God in The Messiah we speak. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentFor we do not, as the many, adulterate the word of God; but, as from sincerity, but, as from God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ. Godbey New Testament For we are not as many, corrupting the word of God: but as of purity, but as from God, we speak in Christ, in the presence of God. Haweis New Testament For we are not as the many, adulterating the word of God; but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God, speak we in Christ. Mace New Testament for we are not like others, who adulterate the word of God; but we preach the pure gospel of Christ, as I receiv'd it from God, and as in the presence of God. Weymouth New Testament We are; for, unlike most teachers, we are not fraudulent hucksters of God's Message; but with transparent motives, as commissioned by God, in God's presence and in communion with Christ, so we speak. Worrell New Testament For we are not as the many, making merchandise of the word of God; but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God, we speak in Christ. Worsley New Testament For we are not like many who adulterate the word of God: but as with sincerity, but as from God, and in the sight of God, we speak concerning Christ. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Triumph in Christ…16To the one, we are an odor of death and demise; to the other, a fragrance that brings life. And who is qualified for such a task? 17For we are not like so many others, who peddle the word of God for profit. On the contrary, in Christ we speak before God with sincerity, as men sent from God. Cross References 2 Corinthians 4:2 Instead, we have renounced secret and shameful ways. We do not practice deceit, nor do we distort the word of God. On the contrary, by open proclamation of the truth, we commend ourselves to every man’s conscience in the sight of God. 1 Thessalonians 2:3-5 For our appeal does not arise from deceit or ulterior motives or trickery. / Instead, we speak as those approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel, not in order to please men but God, who examines our hearts. / As you know, we never used words of flattery or any pretext for greed. God is our witness! 2 Peter 2:3 In their greed, these false teachers will exploit you with deceptive words. The longstanding verdict against them remains in force, and their destruction does not sleep. Romans 1:18 The wrath of God is being revealed from heaven against all the godlessness and wickedness of men who suppress the truth by their wickedness. 1 Timothy 6:5 and constant friction between men of depraved mind who are devoid of the truth. These men regard godliness as a means of gain. Titus 1:11 who must be silenced. For the sake of dishonorable gain, they undermine entire households and teach things they should not. Philippians 1:15-17 It is true that some preach Christ out of envy and rivalry, but others out of goodwill. / The latter do so in love, knowing that I am appointed for the defense of the gospel. / The former, however, preach Christ out of selfish ambition, not sincerely, supposing that they can add to the distress of my chains. Galatians 1:10 Am I now seeking the approval of men, or of God? Or am I striving to please men? If I were still trying to please men, I would not be a servant of Christ. 2 Corinthians 11:13-15 For such men are false apostles, deceitful workers, masquerading as apostles of Christ. / And no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light. / It is not surprising, then, if his servants masquerade as servants of righteousness. Their end will correspond to their actions. Acts 20:29-30 I know that after my departure, savage wolves will come in among you and will not spare the flock. / Even from your own number, men will rise up and distort the truth to draw away disciples after them. Jeremiah 23:16 This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Do not listen to the words of the prophets who prophesy to you. They are filling you with false hopes. They speak visions from their own minds, not from the mouth of the LORD. Ezekiel 13:6-7 They see false visions and speak lying divinations. They claim, ‘Thus declares the LORD,’ when the LORD did not send them; yet they wait for the fulfillment of their message. / Haven’t you seen a false vision and spoken a lying divination when you proclaim, ‘Thus declares the LORD,’ even though I have not spoken? Micah 3:11 Her leaders judge for a bribe, her priests teach for a price, and her prophets practice divination for money. Yet they lean upon the LORD, saying, “Is not the LORD among us? No disaster can come upon us.” Isaiah 56:11 Like ravenous dogs, they are never satisfied. They are shepherds with no discernment; they all turn to their own way, each one seeking his own gain: Jeremiah 6:13 “For from the least of them to the greatest, all are greedy for gain; from prophet to priest, all practice deceit. Treasury of Scripture 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. which. 2 Corinthians 4:2 But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man's conscience in the sight of God. 2 Corinthians 11:13-15 For such are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ… Jeremiah 5:31 The prophets prophesy falsely, and the priests bear rule by their means; and my people love to have it so: and what will ye do in the end thereof? corrupt. 2 Corinthians 4:2 But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man's conscience in the sight of God. but as of sincerity. 2 Corinthians 1:12 For our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly wisdom, but by the grace of God, we have had our conversation in the world, and more abundantly to you-ward. 2 Corinthians 4:2 But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man's conscience in the sight of God. Acts 20:20,27 And how I kept back nothing that was profitable unto you, but have shewed you, and have taught you publickly, and from house to house, … in. Jump to Previous Christ Commissioned Communion Contrary Corrupt Corrupting Fraudulent God's Great Message Motives Presence Profit Sight Sincerity Speak Teachers Trade Transparent True. Unlike Use Word WordsJump to Next Christ Commissioned Communion Contrary Corrupt Corrupting Fraudulent God's Great Message Motives Presence Profit Sight Sincerity Speak Teachers Trade Transparent True. Unlike Use Word Words2 Corinthians 2 1. Having shown the reason why he came not to them,6. he requires them to forgive and to comfort that excommunicated person, 10. even as he himself upon true repentance had forgiven him; 12. declaring why he departed from Troas to Macedonia, 14. and the happy success which God gave to his preaching in all places. For we are not like so many others This phrase sets a clear distinction between Paul and other teachers of his time. The Greek word used here for "others" is "polloi," which implies a large number. Historically, during Paul's time, there were many itinerant teachers and philosophers who traveled around, often motivated by personal gain. Paul emphasizes that he and his companions are different, setting a standard for Christian ministry that is not driven by the same motives as these others. peddling the word of God for profit On the contrary, in Christ we speak with sincerity as those sent from God and accountable to God As of sincerity, but as of God.--The two clauses are half connected, half contrasted. To have said "of sincerity" alone would have been giving too much prominence to what was purely subjective. He could not feel sure that he was sincere unless he knew that his sincerity was given to him by God. (For the word "sincerity," see Note on 2Corinthians 1:12.) Verse 17. - For we are not as many; rather, as the many. This clause is introduced to show how much courage and effort the work requires. "The many" might, by Greek idiom, mean "the majority." The apparent harshness of the assertion that the majority of teachers in the apostolic age dealt untruly with the Word of God, led to the substitution of οἱ λοιποὶ, the rest, in some manuscripts (D, E, F, G, L). But "the many" here means "the many antagonists of mine," who preach a different gospel (Galatians 1:6). It must be remembered that conceit, Pharisaism, moral laxity, and factions were all at work in the Corinthian Church. Which corrupt. The Word means who are merely" trafficking with," "adulterating," "huckstering," the Word of life. The word occurs in the LXX. of Isaiah 1:22; Ecclus. 26:29; and Plato applies the same metaphor to the sophists, who peddle their wisdom about ('Protag.,' p. 313 d). The substantive kapelos means "a retail dealer," and especially a vintner, and the verb kapeleuo is always used in a bad sense, like the English "to huckster." Such deceitful dealers with the gospel are described in 2 Peter 2:3, and in one of the Ignatian letters they are called Christemporoi, Christ-traffickers. Such were those who altered the perspective of the gospel, lowered its standard, and adulterated it with strange admixtures. Their methods and their teaching are constantly alluded to in these Epistles (1 Corinthians 1:17, 31; 1 Corinthians 2:1-4; and 2 Corinthians 10:12, 15; 2 Corinthians 11:13-15, etc.), But as of sincerity, but as of God. lake one who speaks from the sincerity of his heart (2 Corinthians 1:12; 2 Corinthians 4:2) and by the inspiration of God (1 Corinthians 14:25). Before God speak we in Christ. The sphere of our teaching as of our life is Christ; and our work is done"As ever in our great Taskmaster's eye."
Greek Forγάρ (gar) Conjunction Strong's 1063: For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason. we are ἐσμεν (esmen) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. not Οὐ (Ou) Adverb Strong's 3756: No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. like ὡς (hōs) Adverb Strong's 5613: Probably adverb of comparative from hos; which how, i.e. In that manner. so many others, πολλοὶ (polloi) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 4183: Much, many; often. who οἱ (hoi) Article - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. peddle καπηλεύοντες (kapēleuontes) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 2585: To hawk, trade in, deal in for purposes of gain. From kapelos; to retail, i.e. to adulterate. the τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. word λόγον (logon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3056: From lego; something said; by implication, a topic, also reasoning or motive; by extension, a computation; specially, the Divine Expression. of God {for profit}. Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. On the contrary, ἀλλ’ (all’) Conjunction Strong's 235: But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise. in ἐν (en) Preposition Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. Christ Χριστῷ (Christō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 5547: Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus. we speak λαλοῦμεν (laloumen) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural Strong's 2980: A prolonged form of an otherwise obsolete verb; to talk, i.e. Utter words. before κατέναντι (katenanti) Preposition Strong's 2713: Opposite, in front (of), over against. From kata and enanti; directly opposite. God Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. with ὡς (hōs) Adverb Strong's 5613: Probably adverb of comparative from hos; which how, i.e. In that manner. sincerity, εἰλικρινείας (eilikrineias) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 1505: Clearness, sincerity, purity. From eilikrines; clearness, i.e. purity. as ὡς (hōs) Adverb Strong's 5613: Probably adverb of comparative from hos; which how, i.e. In that manner. men sent from ἐκ (ek) Preposition Strong's 1537: From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out. God. Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. Links 2 Corinthians 2:17 NIV2 Corinthians 2:17 NLT 2 Corinthians 2:17 ESV 2 Corinthians 2:17 NASB 2 Corinthians 2:17 KJV 2 Corinthians 2:17 BibleApps.com 2 Corinthians 2:17 Biblia Paralela 2 Corinthians 2:17 Chinese Bible 2 Corinthians 2:17 French Bible 2 Corinthians 2:17 Catholic Bible NT Letters: 2 Corinthians 2:17 For we are not as so many (2 Cor. 2C iiC 2Cor ii cor iicor) |
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