2 Corinthians 12:5

2 Corinthians chapter 12 · verse 5 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

On behalf of such a one will I glory: but on mine own behalf I will not glory, save in my weaknesses.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

Of such an one will I glory: yet of myself I will not glory, but in mine infirmities.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

On behalf of such a one will I glory: but on mine own behalf I will not glory, save in my weaknesses.

Context

v.4how that he was caught up into Paradise, and heard unspeakable words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter.

v.5This passage

v.6For if I should desire to glory, I shall not be foolish; for I shall speak the truth: but I forbear, lest any man should account of me above that which he seeth me to be, or heareth from me.

Cross references

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

  • 2 Corinthians 11:30

    If I must needs glory, I will glory of the things that concern my weakness.

  • 1 Corinthians 2:3

    And I was with you in weakness, and in fear, and in much trembling.

  • 2 Corinthians 12:9

    And he hath said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my power is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.