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NASB | 2 Corinthians 11:3 But I am afraid that, as the serpent deceived Eve by his craftiness, your minds will be led astray from the simplicity and purity of devotion to Christ. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 2 Corinthians 11:3 But I am afraid that, even as the serpent beguiled Eve by his cunning, your minds may be corrupted and led away from the simplicity of [your sincere and] pure devotion to Christ. [Gen 3:4] |
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Bible Note: Hi Sinner, I appreciate your interest in knowing the minds of the translators, and how they approach scripture. Since translation neccessitates interpretation, it is important to know their mindset. In Hebrew poetry, (and perhaps someone who is actually a Hebrew scholar would be so kind as to correct me if I am wrong), instead of using meter and rhyme as we do, uses comparison and contrast. As the translators examine the text, they spot the characturistic forms of Hebrew poetry, and parse it accordingly so we may more readily recognize it. When you read Hebrew poetry, look for the initial statement, then match to it the following comparisons and contrasts. Then look for the next beginning statement, and it's comparisons and contrasts. A simple, made up example, would be: The righteous are in the LORD's keeping, He holds them in His hand. The righteous are the LORD's forever, The wicked will go down to the pit. I hope this helps! Love in Christ, Mark |