2 Corinthians 3:16

Translations

Modern

But whenever anyone turns to the Lord, the veil is taken away.

Traditional

Nevertheless when it shall turn to the Lord, the vail shall be taken away.

Literal

But whenever one may turn to the Lord, the veil is taken away.

Latin

Cum autem conversus fuerit ad Dominum, auferetur velamen.

Original

Greek

English

But whenever anyone turns to the Lord, the veil is taken away.

Notes

2 Corinthians 3:16–18

Believers who turn to the Lord find freedom in the Spirit. We gain something Moses never experienced as we become more like Christ (4:4; John 1:1–14; Colossians 1:15; Hebrews 1:1–4) and reflect the Lord's glory. Experiencing divine glory in this life helps us become like Christ in the next life (Romans 8:29; Galatians 4:19; Philippians 3:21; 1 John 3:2).

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 Hardened Hearts Misunderstanding in the Gospel of John The Law and the Spirit The New Covenant

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