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2 Corinthians 5

2 Corinthians 5:7

Our Eternal Dwelling · 2 Corinthians 5:1–10
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Translations

Modern
For we walk by faith, not by sight.
Traditional
(For we walk by faith, not by sight:)
Literal
For we walk by faith, not by sight.
Latin
…(per fidem enim ambulamus, et non per speciem):

Original

Greek
English
For we walk by faith, not by sight.

Notes

2 Corinthians 5:7

We know about our future resurrection through faith (see Hebrews 11:1, 3, 27). However, the resurrection of Jesus and the Holy Spirit's presence serve as evidence of what is to come (1 Corinthians 15:1–9; Ephesians 1:14).

2 Corinthians 5:1–10

The idea of eternal hope is promising, with heavenly bodies replacing our dying ones. The God of resurrection will raise us and present us with all believers (4:14). Paul faced challenges in Ephesus, which inspired this statement about resurrection hope (1:8–11). His body's weakness reminded him of life after death, when our earthly body will be taken down in death and decay (see 1 Corinthians 15:42–57; Philippians 3:20–21).

Parallels

Romans 8:18–27

Glossary

Ascension of Christ Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Death Glorification Judgment Seat New Creation, New Creature Place of the Dead Rest Second Letter to the Corinthians

Topics

Achievement Bad Days Being Discouraged Being Self Centered Departing Faith by It Saints: Walk Healing the Sick Keeping the Faith Losing Faith Man: Spirit Moving On Pilgrims and Strangers: As Saints They: Long for Their Pilgrimage to End Positivity Seeing Sight Walking in the Spirit Walking with God: Not Walking by Sight, but by Faith