1 I must needs glory, though it is not expedient; but I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- It is G4851 (συμφέρω) — to bear together
(contribute), i.e. (literally) to collect, or (figuratively) to
conduce; especially (neuter participle as a noun) advantage
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- expedient G4851 (συμφέρω) — to bear together
(contribute), i.e. (literally) to collect, or (figuratively) to
conduce; especially (neuter participle as a noun) advantage
- for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- me G1473 (ἐγώ)
- doubtless G1211 (δή) — a particle of emphasis or explicitness; now,
then, etc.
- to glory G2744 (καυχάομαι) — to vaunt (in a good or a bad sense)
- I will come G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and
figuratively)
- to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- visions G3701 (ὀπτασία) — visuality, i.e. (concretely) an
apparition
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- revelations G602 (ἀποκάλυψις) — disclosure
- of the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun)
controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
2 I know a man in Christ, fourteen years ago (whether in the body, I know not; or whether out of the body, I know not; God knoweth), such a one caught up even to the third heaven.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- I knew G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being
borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see
(literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
- a man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human
being
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
- above G4253 (πρό) — "fore", i.e. in front of, prior (figuratively,
superior) to
- fourteen G1180 (δεκατέσσαρες) — ten and four, i.e. fourteen
- years ago G2094 (ἔτος) — a year
- whether G1535 (εἴτε) — if too
- the body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide
application, literally or figuratively
- I G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being
borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see
(literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
- cannot G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- tell G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being
borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see
(literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
- or whether G1535 (εἴτε) — if too
- out of G1622 (ἐκτός) — the exterior; figuratively (as a preposition) aside from,
besides
- the body G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- knoweth G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being
borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see
(literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
- such an one G5108 (τοιοῦτος) — truly this,
i.e. of this sort (to denote character or individuality)
- caught up G726 (ἁρπάζω) — to seize (in various applications)
- to G2193 (ἕως) — a conjunction, preposition and adverb of
continuance, until (of time and place)
- the third G5154 (τρίτος) — third; neuter (as noun) a third part, or (as
adverb) a (or the) third time, thirdly
- heaven G3772 (οὐρανός) — the
sky; by extension, heaven (as the abode of God); by implication,
happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel
(Christianity)
3 And I know such a man (whether in the body, or apart from the body, I know not; God knoweth),Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- I knew G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being
borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see
(literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
- such G5108 (τοιοῦτος) — truly this,
i.e. of this sort (to denote character or individuality)
- a man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human
being
- whether G1535 (εἴτε) — if too
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- the body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide
application, literally or figuratively
- or G1535 (εἴτε) — if too
- out of G1622 (ἐκτός) — the exterior; figuratively (as a preposition) aside from,
besides
- the body G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- I G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being
borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see
(literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
- cannot G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- tell G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being
borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see
(literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
- God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- knoweth G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being
borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see
(literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
4 how that he was caught up into Paradise, and heard unspeakable words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- How that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- he was caught up G726 (ἁρπάζω) — to seize (in various applications)
- into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- paradise G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- paradise G3857 (παράδεισος) — a park, i.e. (specially), an Eden
(place of future happiness, "paradise")
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
- unspeakable G731 (ἄῤῥητος) — unsaid, i.e. (by
implication) inexpressible
- words G4487 (ῥῆμα) — an utterance (individually, collectively or specially),; by
implication, a matter or topic (especially of narration, command or
dispute); with a negative naug…
- which G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- it is G1832 (ἔξεστι) — so also
neuter present participle of the same (with or without some form of
expressed); impersonally, it is right (through the figurative
idea of b…
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- lawful G1832 (ἔξεστι) — so also
neuter present participle of the same (with or without some form of
expressed); impersonally, it is right (through the figurative
idea of b…
- for a man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human
being
- to utter G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
5 On behalf of such a one will I glory: but on mine own behalf I will not glory, save in my weaknesses.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Of G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place,
above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding;
with the accusative case superior to, m…
- such an one G5108 (τοιοῦτος) — truly this,
i.e. of this sort (to denote character or individuality)
- will I glory G2744 (καυχάομαι) — to vaunt (in a good or a bad sense)
- yet G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- myself G1683 (ἐμαυτοῦ) — of myself
so likewise the dative case
,
and accusative case
- I will G2744 (καυχάομαι) — to vaunt (in a good or a bad sense)
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- glory G2744 (καυχάομαι) — to vaunt (in a good or a bad sense)
- but G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- mine G1473 (ἐγώ)
- infirmities G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- infirmities G769 (ἀσθένεια) — feebleness (of mind or body); by implication, malady;
morally, frailty
6 For if I should desire to glory, I shall not be foolish; for I shall speak the truth: but I forbear, lest any man should account of me above that which he seeth me to be, or heareth from me.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- though G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided,
etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote
indefiniteness or uncertainty
- I would desire G2309 (θέλω) — to determine
(as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly
denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations),
i.e. choose…
- to glory G2744 (καυχάομαι) — to vaunt (in a good or a bad sense)
- I shall G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- a fool G878 (ἄφρων) — properly, mindless, i.e.
stupid, (by implication) ignorant, (specially) egotistic,
(practically) rash, or (morally) unbelieving
- I will say G2046 (ἐρέω) — an alternate for in certain
tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say
- the truth G225 (ἀλήθεια) — truth
- but G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- I forbear G5339 (φείδομαι) — to be chary of, i.e. (subjectively) to abstain
or (objectively) to treat leniently
- lest G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- any man G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
- should think G3049 (λογίζομαι) — to take an inventory, i.e. estimate (literally
or figuratively)
- of G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- me G1473 (ἐγώ)
- above G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place,
above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding;
with the accusative case superior to, m…
- that which G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- he seeth G991 (βλέπω) — to look at (literally or figuratively)
- or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
- he heareth G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
- G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
- of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
7 And by reason of the exceeding greatness of the revelations, that I should not be exalted overmuch, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, a messenger of Satan to buffet me, that I should not be exalted overmuch.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- lest G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- I should be exalted above measure G5229 (ὑπεραίρομαι) — to raise oneself over, i.e.
(figuratively) to become haughty
- through the abundance G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- through the abundance G5236 (ὑπερβολή) — a throwing beyond others, i.e. (figuratively)
supereminence; adverbially (with or ) pre-
eminently
- of the revelations G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of the revelations G602 (ἀποκάλυψις) — disclosure
- there was given G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application,
properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly
modified by the connection)
- to me G1473 (ἐγώ)
- a thorn G4647 (σκόλοψ) — withered at the front, i.e. a
point or prickle (figuratively, a bodily annoyance or
disability)
- in the flesh G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- in the flesh G4561 (σάρξ) — flesh (as stripped of the skin), i.e.
(strictly) the meat of an animal (as food), or (by extension) the body
(as opposed to the soul (or spirit), or as the sy…
- the messenger G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring
tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a
pastor
- of Satan G4566 (Σατᾶν) — Satan, i.e. the devil
- to G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- buffet G2852 (κολαφίζω) — to rap with the fist
- me G1473 (ἐγώ)
8 Concerning this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- For G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place,
above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding;
with the accusative case superior to, m…
- this thing G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- I besought G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration,
hortation or consolation)
- the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun)
controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
- thrice G5151 (τρίς) — three times
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- it might depart G868 (ἀφίστημι) — to remove, i.e. (actively) instigate to revolt;
usually (reflexively) to desist, desert, etc.
- from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various
senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
- me G1473 (ἐγώ)
9 And he hath said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my power is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- he said G2046 (ἐρέω) — an alternate for in certain
tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say
- unto me G1473 (ἐγώ)
- My G1473 (ἐγώ)
- grace G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- grace G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or
concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine
influence upon the heart, and it…
- is sufficient G714 (ἀρκέω) — properly, to ward off, i.e. (by implication) to
avail (figuratively, be satisfactory)
- for thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
- for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- strength G1411 (δύναμις) — force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous
power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)
- is made perfect G5048 (τελειόω) — to complete, i.e. (literally) accomplish, or (figuratively)
consummate (in character)
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- weakness G769 (ἀσθένεια) — feebleness (of mind or body); by implication, malady;
morally, frailty
- Most gladly G2236 (ἥδιστα) — with great
pleasure
- therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or
(conjunctionally) accordingly
- will I G2744 (καυχάομαι) — to vaunt (in a good or a bad sense)
- rather G3123 (μᾶλλον) — (adverbially) more (in
a greater degree) or rather
- glory G2744 (καυχάομαι) — to vaunt (in a good or a bad sense)
- infirmities G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- infirmities G769 (ἀσθένεια) — feebleness (of mind or body); by implication, malady;
morally, frailty
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- the power G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the power G1411 (δύναμις) — force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous
power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)
- of Christ G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
- may rest G1981 (ἐπισκηνόω) — to tent upon, i.e. (figuratively) abide with
- upon G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time,
place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive
case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
- me G1473 (ἐγώ)
10 Wherefore I take pleasure in weaknesses, in injuries, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses, for Christ’s sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Therefore G1352 (διό) — through which thing, i.e. consequently
- I take pleasure G2106 (εὐδοκέω) — to think well of, i.e. approve (an act);
specially, to approbate (a person or thing)
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- infirmities G769 (ἀσθένεια) — feebleness (of mind or body); by implication, malady;
morally, frailty
- reproaches G5196 (ὕβρις) — insolence (as over-bearing), i.e. insult, injury
- necessities G318 (ἀνάγκη) — constraint (literally or figuratively);
by implication, distress
- persecutions G1375 (διωγμός) — persecution
- distresses G4730 (στενοχωρία) — narrowness of room, i.e.
(figuratively) calamity
- for G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place,
above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding;
with the accusative case superior to, m…
- Christ’s sake G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
- for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- when G3752 (ὅταν) — whenever (implying hypothesis or more or less
uncertainty); also causatively (conjunctionally) inasmuch as
- I am weak G770 (ἀσθενέω) — to be feeble (in any sense)
- then G5119 (τότε) — the when, i.e. at the time that
(of the past or future, also in consecution)
- am I G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- strong G1415 (δυνατός) — powerful or capable (literally or figuratively); neuter
possible
11 I am become foolish: ye compelled me; for I ought to have been commended of you: for in nothing was I behind the very chiefest apostles, though I am nothing.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- I am become G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be
("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used
with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
- a fool G878 (ἄφρων) — properly, mindless, i.e.
stupid, (by implication) ignorant, (specially) egotistic,
(practically) rash, or (morally) unbelieving
- in glorying G2744 (καυχάομαι) — to vaunt (in a good or a bad sense)
- ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
- have compelled G315 (ἀναγκάζω) — to necessitate
- me G1473 (ἐγώ)
- for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- I G1473 (ἐγώ)
- ought G3784 (ὀφείλω) — to owe
(pecuniarily); figuratively, to be under obligation (ought, must,
should); morally, to fail in duty
- to have been commended G4921 (συνιστάω) — to set together,
i.e. (by implication) to introduce (favorably), or (figuratively) to
exhibit; intransitively, to stand near, or (figuratively) to
constitute
- of G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place
(beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the
accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- in nothing G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none,
nobody, nothing
- am I behind G5302 (ὑστερέω) — to be later, i.e. (by implication) to be inferior;
generally, to fall short (be deficient)
- the very G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place,
above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding;
with the accusative case superior to, m…
- chiefest G3029 (λίαν) — much (adverbially)
- apostles G652 (ἀπόστολος) — a delegate; specially, an ambassador of the Gospel;
officially a commissioner of Christ ("apostle") (with miraculous
powers)
- though G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- I be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- nothing G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none,
nobody, nothing
12 Truly the signs of an apostle were wrought among you in all patience, by signs and wonders and mighty works.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Truly G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession
(in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this
one, the former, etc.)
- the signs G4592 (σημεῖον) — an indication,
especially ceremonially or supernaturally
- of an apostle G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of an apostle G652 (ἀπόστολος) — a delegate; specially, an ambassador of the Gospel;
officially a commissioner of Christ ("apostle") (with miraculous
powers)
- were wrought G2716 (κατεργάζομαι) — to work fully, i.e. accomplish; by implication, to
finish, fashion
- among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- patience G5281 (ὑπομονή) — cheerful (or hopeful) endurance, constancy
- signs G4592 (σημεῖον) — an indication,
especially ceremonially or supernaturally
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- wonders G5059 (τέρας) — a prodigy or omen
- mighty deeds G1411 (δύναμις) — force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous
power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)
13 For what is there wherein ye were made inferior to the rest of the churches, except it be that I myself was not a burden to you? forgive me this wrong.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- what G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or
what (in direct or indirect questions)
- is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- it wherein G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- ye were inferior G2274 (ἡττάω) — to make worse, i.e. vanquish (literally or
figuratively); by implication, to rate lower
- to G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place,
above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding;
with the accusative case superior to, m…
- other G3062 (λοιποί) — remaining ones
- Assemblies G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e.
(concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation
(Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or
sain…
- except G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- I G1473 (ἐγώ)
- myself G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- was G2655 (καταναρκάω) — to grow utterly torpid, i.e. (by
implication) slothful (figuratively, expensive)
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- burdensome G2655 (καταναρκάω) — to grow utterly torpid, i.e. (by
implication) slothful (figuratively, expensive)
- to you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- forgive G5483 (χαρίζομαι) — to grant as a favor, i.e. gratuitously, in
kindness, pardon or rescue
- me G1473 (ἐγώ)
- this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- wrong G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- wrong G93 (ἀδικία) — (legal) injustice (properly, the quality, by implication, the
act); morally, wrongfulness (of character, life or act)
14 Behold, this is the third time I am ready to come to you; and I will not be a burden to you: for I seek not yours, but you: for the children ought not to lay up for the parents, but the parents for the children.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by
Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
- the third time G5154 (τρίτος) — third; neuter (as noun) a third part, or (as
adverb) a (or the) third time, thirdly
- I am G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally
or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability,
contiuity, relation, or condition)
- ready G2093 (ἑτοίμως) — in readiness
- to come G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and
figuratively)
- to G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to,
i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to;
with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- I will G2655 (καταναρκάω) — to grow utterly torpid, i.e. (by
implication) slothful (figuratively, expensive)
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- be burdensome G2655 (καταναρκάω) — to grow utterly torpid, i.e. (by
implication) slothful (figuratively, expensive)
- to you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- I seek G2212 (ζητέω) — to seek (literally or figuratively); specially,
(by Hebraism) to worship (God), or (in a bad sense) to plot (against
life)
- yours G4771 (σύ) — thou
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- the children G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the children G5043 (τέκνον) — a child (as produced)
- ought G3784 (ὀφείλω) — to owe
(pecuniarily); figuratively, to be under obligation (ought, must,
should); morally, to fail in duty
- to lay up G2343 (θησαυρίζω) — to amass or reserve (literally or figuratively)
- for the parents G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- for the parents G1118 (γονεύς) — a parent
- the parents G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the parents G1118 (γονεύς) — a parent
- for the children G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- for the children G5043 (τέκνον) — a child (as produced)
15 And I will most gladly spend and be spent for your souls. If I love you more abundantly, am I loved the less?Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- I G1473 (ἐγώ)
- will very gladly G2236 (ἥδιστα) — with great
pleasure
- spend G1159 (δαπανάω) — to expend, i.e. (in a good sense) to incur cost, or (in a
bad one) to waste
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- be spent G1550 (ἐκδαπανάω) — to expend (wholly), i.e. (figuratively)
exhaust
- for G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place,
above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding;
with the accusative case superior to, m…
- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- G5590 (ψυχή) — breath, i.e. (by implication) spirit, abstractly or
concretely (the animal sentient principle only; thus distinguished on
the one hand from , which is the rat…
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- though G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- the more abundantly G4057 (περισσῶς) — superabundantly
- I love G25 (ἀγαπάω) — to love (in a social or
moral sense)
- the less G2276 (ἥττον) — worse
(as noun); by implication, less (as adverb)
- I be loved G25 (ἀγαπάω) — to love (in a social or
moral sense)
16 But be it so, I did not myself burden you; but, being crafty, I caught you with guile.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- But G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- be it so G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- I G1473 (ἐγώ)
- did G2599 (καταβαρέω) — to impose upon
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- burden G2599 (καταβαρέω) — to impose upon
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- nevertheless G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- being G5225 (ὑπάρχω) — to begin under (quietly), i.e. come into existence
(be present or at hand); expletively, to exist (as copula or
subordinate to an adjective, participle, adver…
- crafty G3835 (πανοῦργος) — all-working, i.e. adroit (shrewd)
- I caught G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while
is more violent, to seize or remove))
- with guile G1388 (δόλος) — a trick (bait), i.e. (figuratively) wile
17 Did I take advantage of you by any one of them whom I have sent unto you?Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Did G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- I make a gain G4122 (πλεονεκτέω) — to be covetous, i.e. (by implication) to over-reach
- of G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to,
i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to;
with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- by G1223 (διά) — through (in very
wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
- any G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
- of them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- whom G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- I sent G649 (ἀποστέλλω) — set apart, i.e. (by implication) to send out
(properly, on a mission) literally or figuratively
- unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
18 I exhorted Titus, and I sent the brother with him. Did Titus take any advantage of you? walked we not in the same spirit? walked we not in the same steps?Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- I desired G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration,
hortation or consolation)
- Titus G5103 (Τίτος) — Titus, a
Christian
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- with G4882 (συναποστέλλω) — to despatch (on an errand) in company with
- I sent G4882 (συναποστέλλω) — to despatch (on an errand) in company with
- a brother G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- a brother G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother
(literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
- Did G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
- make a gain G4122 (πλεονεκτέω) — to be covetous, i.e. (by implication) to over-reach
- of you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- walked we G4043 (περιπατέω) — to tread all around, i.e. walk at large
(especially as proof of ability); figuratively, to live, deport
oneself, follow (as a companion or votary)
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- in the same G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by
analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by
implication) vital principle, men…
- steps G2487 (ἴχνος) — a track
(figuratively)
19 Ye think all this time that we are excusing ourselves unto you. In the sight of God speak we in Christ. But all things, beloved, are for your edifying.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Again G3825 (πάλιν) — (adverbially) anew, i.e. (of place) back, (of time) once
more, or (conjunctionally) furthermore or on the other hand
- think ye G1380 (δοκέω) — compare the base of ) of the same
meaning; to think; by implication, to seem (truthfully or
uncertainly)
- that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- we excuse ourselves G626 (ἀπολογέομαι) — to give an account
(legal plea) of oneself, i.e. exculpate (self)
- unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- we speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- before G2714 (κατενώπιον) — directly in front of
- God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
- but G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- all things G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- dearly beloved G27 (ἀγαπητός) — beloved
- for G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place,
above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding;
with the accusative case superior to, m…
- your G4771 (σύ) — thou
- edifying G3619 (οἰκοδομή) — architecture, i.e. (concretely) a structure; figuratively,
confirmation
20 For I fear, lest by any means, when I come, I should find you not such as I would, and should myself be found of you such as ye would not; lest by any means there should be strife, jealousy, wraths, factions, backbitings, whisperings, swellings, tumults;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- I fear G5399 (φοβέω) — to frighten, i.e. (passively) to be alarmed; by analogy, to
be in awe of, i.e. revere
- lest G3381 (μήπως) — lest somehow
- when I come G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and
figuratively)
- I shall G2147 (εὑρίσκω) — to find (literally or figuratively)
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- find G2147 (εὑρίσκω) — to find (literally or figuratively)
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- such as G3634 (οἷος) — such or what sort of (as a
correlation or exclamation); especially the neuter (adverbially) with
negative, not so
- I would G2309 (θέλω) — to determine
(as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly
denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations),
i.e. choose…
- and G2504 (κἀγώ) — so also the dative case
, and accusative case
and (or also, even, etc.) I, (to) me
- I G2504 (κἀγώ) — so also the dative case
, and accusative case
and (or also, even, etc.) I, (to) me
- shall be found G2147 (εὑρίσκω) — to find (literally or figuratively)
- unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- ye would G2309 (θέλω) — to determine
(as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly
denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations),
i.e. choose…
- debates G2054 (ἔρις) — a quarrel, i.e. (by implication)
wrangling
- envyings G2205 (ζῆλος) — properly, heat, i.e. (figuratively) "zeal" (in a favorable
sense, ardor; in an unfavorable one, jealousy, as of a husband
(figuratively, of God), or an enemy,…
- wraths G2372 (θυμός) — passion (as if breathing hard)
- strifes G2052 (ἐριθεία) — properly, intrigue, i.e. (by implication)
faction
- backbitings G2636 (καταλαλία) — defamation
- whisperings G5587 (ψιθυρισμός) — whispering, i.e. secret
detraction
- swellings G5450 (φυσίωσις) — inflation, i.e. (figuratively) haughtiness
- tumults G181 (ἀκαταστασία) — instability, i.e. disorder
21 lest again when I come my God should humble me before you, and I should mourn for many of them that have sinned heretofore, and repented not of the uncleanness and fornication and lasciviousness which they committed.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- lest G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- when I come G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and
figuratively)
- again G3825 (πάλιν) — (adverbially) anew, i.e. (of place) back, (of time) once
more, or (conjunctionally) furthermore or on the other hand
- my G1473 (ἐγώ)
- God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- will humble G5013 (ταπεινόω) — to depress; figuratively, to humiliate (in condition or
heart)
- me G1473 (ἐγώ)
- among G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to,
i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to;
with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- I shall bewail G3996 (πενθέω) — to grieve (the feeling or the act)
- many G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any
respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely;
neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
- which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- have sinned already G4258 (προαμαρτάνω) — to sin previously (to conversion)
- have G3340 (μετανοέω) — to think differently or afterwards, i.e.
reconsider (morally, feel compunction)
- not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- repented G3340 (μετανοέω) — to think differently or afterwards, i.e.
reconsider (morally, feel compunction)
- of G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time,
place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive
case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
- the uncleanness G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the uncleanness G167 (ἀκαθαρσία) — impurity (the quality), physically or morally
- fornication G4202 (πορνεία) — harlotry (including adultery and incest); figuratively,
idolatry
- lasciviousness G766 (ἀσέλγεια) — licentiousness (sometimes including other
vices)
- which G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- they have committed G4238 (πράσσω) — to "practise", i.e. perform repeatedly or habitually
(thus differing from , which properly refers to a single act); by
implication, to execute, accomplish, et…