2 Corinthians 7:4

Paul’s Joy in the Corinthians · 2 Corinthians 7:1–16
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Translations

Modern
Great is my confidence in you; great is my pride in you; I am filled with encouragement; in all our troubles my joy overflows.
Traditional
Great is my boldness of speech toward you, great is my glorying of you: I am filled with comfort, I am exceeding joyful in all our tribulation.
Literal
Much is my boldness toward you; much is my boasting on behalf of you; I have been filled with encouragement; I overabound with joy upon all our tribulation.
Latin
Multa mihi fiducia est apud vos, multa mihi gloriatio pro vobis: repletus sum consolatione; superabundo gaudio in omni tribulatione nostra.

Original

Greek
English
Great is my confidence in you; great is my pride in you; I am filled with encouragement; in all our troubles my joy overflows.

Notes

in all our troubles: This might refer to Paul's many hardships (6:5) or his issues with the Corinthians. Either way, he felt joy because the church's response greatly encouraged him (as he explains in 7:5–16).

  • Make room for us in your hearts: Paul continues his request from 6:11–13 (see study note on 6:14–7:1). Paul cared deeply for the churches (11:28), seeking a strong fellowship bond. When misunderstood, he clarified his actions, as he does here.

  • We have exploited no one: This means not taking their money.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul)

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Boast Pride Repentance Second Letter to the Corinthians

Topics

Afflictions and Adversities: Resignation In, Exemplified Christian Minister: Duties of Holy Boldness: Ministers should Exhibit, in Faithfulness to Their People Joy: Ministers should Have, in the Faith and Holiness of Their People Joy: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Love: Exemplification of the Love of Man for Man Ministers: when Faithful: Glory in Their People Resignation: Exemplified