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NASB | 2 Corinthians 5:16 ¶ Therefore from now on we recognize no one according to the flesh; even though we have known Christ according to the flesh, yet now we know Him in this way no longer. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 2 Corinthians 5:16 ¶ So from now on we regard no one from a human point of view [according to worldly standards and values]. Though we have known Christ from a human point of view, now we no longer know Him in this way. |
Bible Question (short): Does "no man" mean no human being? |
Question (full): In the NASB translation of 2 Corintians 5:16 it says: "Therefore from now on we recognize no man according to the flesh…" As I understand it, we no longer view any human being from outward appearances. It could mean more than that, but I have a friend that seems to claims that it is only referring to "believers or Christians". That it is only the Christians that we no longer view from a worldly point view. He says I have to read what is before and after. I believe he is missing the whole point of the verse and perhaps the whole chapter. Who knows maybe I am completely wrong, but it seems to me it is saying we as Christians should no longer view any human being from a worldly point of view. Please explain how this verse was meant to be understood and feel free to elaborate on it. I appreciate this opportunity to ask this question no matter what the answer is. Thank you. Bruce |
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