For we write no other things to you, than what you read or even acknowledge, and I hope you will acknowledge to the end;
Parallel translations
- KJV For we write none other things unto you, than what ye read or acknowledge; and I trust ye shall acknowledge even to the end;
- BSB For we do not write you anything that is beyond your ability to read and understand. And I hope that you will understand us completely,
- NKJV For we are not writing any other things to you than what you read or understand. Now I trust you will understand, even to the end
- NASB For we write nothing else to you than what you read and understand, and I hope you will understand until the end;
- NLT Our letters have been straightforward, and there is nothing written between the lines and nothing you can’t understand. I hope someday you will fully understand us,
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Quick answer
Paul insists his letters mean exactly what they plainly say, with no hidden agenda. He hopes the Corinthians will fully acknowledge his sincerity.
Overview
Paul defends himself against the charge of writing one thing while meaning another. He claims transparency: what they read is what he intends, and he trusts they will come to recognize this completely. This concern for plain, honest communication reflects the integrity that should mark gospel ministry, which has nothing to hide.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 4
- 2 Cor 4:2But we have renounced the hidden things of shame, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by the manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man’s conscience in the sight of God.
- Phlm 1:6that the fellowship of your faith may become effective, in the knowledge of every good thing which is in us in Christ Jesus.
- 2 Cor 13:6But I hope that you will know that we aren’t disqualified.
- 2 Cor 5:11Knowing therefore the fear of the Lord, we persuade men, but we are revealed to God; and I hope that we are revealed also in your consciences.
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