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NASB | 2 Corinthians 12:9 And He has said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness." Most gladly, therefore, I will rather boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 2 Corinthians 12:9 but He has said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you [My lovingkindness and My mercy are more than enough--always available--regardless of the situation]; for [My] power is being perfected [and is completed and shows itself most effectively] in [your] weakness." Therefore, I will all the more gladly boast in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ [may completely enfold me and] may dwell in me. |
Bible Question:
My NASB Study Bible marginal note for 2 Corinthians 12:9 says [Later mss. read My power]. Because the manuscripts differ we have different versions of the Bible. 2 Corinthians 12:9, NASB, "And He has said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness." Most gladly, therefore, I will rather boast about my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may dwell in me." 2 Cor 12:9, NKJ, "And He said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness". Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me." I am considering the power of God. I was comparing some verses which in my mind relate to 2 Cor 12:9. I welcome comments. 2 Cor 13:4 with 2 Cor 4:7 Luke 22:43 with 2 Cor 13:4 Luke 22:46, NKJ with 2 Cor 13:7 Luke 22:45 with 2 Cor 13:12 1 Cor 10:13 with 2 Cor 12:9 Any comments on these comparison verses? From the heart, Ray |
Bible Answer: Greetings Ray! Just a quick note for clarity my friend! The same word 'dunamis' is used in all the manuscripts of 2 Cor. 12:9. The only difference is whether or not the personal pronoun 'of me' is original to the text. Some translate 'dunamis' as 'power', while some translate it as 'strength'. Yet, it is the same word. The question is: Should it read, 'my strength' or just 'strength'; 'my power' or just 'power'. Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |