Devine Scripture

2 Corinthians 10:9

2 Corinthians chapter 10 · verse 9 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

that I may not seem as if I would terrify you by my letters.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

That I may not seem as if I would terrify you by letters.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

that I may not seem as if I would terrify you by my letters.

Context

v.8For though I should glory somewhat abundantly concerning our authority (which the Lord gave for building you up, and not for casting you down), I shall not be put to shame:

v.9This passage

v.10For, His letters, they say, are weighty and strong; but his bodily presence is weak, and his speech of no account.

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • 1 Corinthians 4:19

    But I will come to you shortly, if the Lord will; and I will know, not the word of them that are puffed up, but the power.

  • 1 Corinthians 4:5

    Wherefore judge nothing before the time, until the Lord come, who will both bring to light the hidden things of darkness, and make manifest the counsels of the hearts; and then shall each man have his praise from God.

  • 2 Corinthians 10:10

    For, His letters, they say, are weighty and strong; but his bodily presence is weak, and his speech of no account.