2 Corinthians 3:12

Translations

Modern

Therefore, since we have such a hope, we are very bold.

Traditional

Seeing then that we have such hope, we use great plainness of speech:

Literal

Therefore having such a hope, we use much boldness,

Latin

Habentes igitur talem spem, multa fiducia utimur:

Original

Greek

English

Therefore, since we have such a hope, we are very bold.

Notes

2 Corinthians 3:12–15

The old covenant, symbolized by the veil worn by Moses, caused fear and did not clear spiritual blindness.

2 Corinthians 3:4–18

Paul compares his ministry to others by contrasting the old covenant of written laws (Exodus 31:18) with the new covenant written on human hearts (Jeremiah 31:33).

Theme notes and profiles

Moses Paul (Saul) God’s New Covenant The Law and the Spirit The New Covenant

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