Book of 2 Corinthians
New TestamentPauline Epistle

Book of 2 Corinthians

13

Chapters

257

Verses

Paul the Apostle

Author

AD 56

Date Written

Overview

2 Corinthians is Paul's most personal letter, defending his apostleship while teaching about ministry in weakness.

Purpose

To defend Paul's apostleship, promote reconciliation, and encourage the collection for Jerusalem.

Historical Context

Written after a painful visit and letter, seeking full reconciliation with the Corinthian church.

Name Origins

Greek

II Κορίνθιος

2 Korinthios

Key Themes

MinistryComfortWeaknessReconciliationGenerosityApostleship

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Book Outline

Paul's Ministry

1:1-7:16

Defense and reconciliation

Collection

8:1-9:15

Generous giving

Paul's Apostleship

10:1-13:14

Defense and warning

Key Verses

“If any man be in Christ, he is a new creature.”
2 Corinthians 5:17
“My grace is sufficient for thee.”
2 Corinthians 12:9
“God loveth a cheerful giver.”
2 Corinthians 9:7

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