2 Corinthians
Paul's most personal and emotional letter, written to defend his apostleship and reconcile with the Corinthian community. It reveals his sufferings, his mystical experiences, and the paradox that God's power is made perfect in weakness.
Author: St. Paul · Written: c. 55-56 AD
🎯Key Themes
⭐Famous Verses
2 Corinthians 5:17
“So whoever is in Christ is a new creation: the old things have passed away; behold, new things have come.”
2 Corinthians 12:9
“My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness.”
2 Corinthians 9:7
“God loves a cheerful giver.”
📝Summary & Overview
Paul writes to defend his ministry against false apostles, sharing his sufferings (beatings, shipwrecks, imprisonments) as credentials of his authenticity. He describes being caught up to the third heaven, and reveals his 'thorn in the flesh.' The letter includes a major section on generous giving and concludes with warnings against false teachers.
📚Book Details
Author
St. Paul
Written
c. 55-56 AD
Testament
New Testament
Category
Pauline Epistles
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