2 Corinthians 1:14
New International Version
as you have understood us in part, you will come to understand fully that you can boast of us just as we will boast of you in the day of the Lord Jesus.

New Living Translation
even if you don’t understand us now. Then on the day when the Lord Jesus returns, you will be proud of us in the same way we are proud of you.

English Standard Version
just as you did partially understand us—that on the day of our Lord Jesus you will boast of us as we will boast of you.

Berean Standard Bible
as you have already understood us in part, that you may boast of us just as we will boast of you in the day of our Lord Jesus.

Berean Literal Bible
as also you have understood us in part, so that we are your boasting, even as you are also ours, in the day of our Lord Jesus.

King James Bible
As also ye have acknowledged us in part, that we are your rejoicing, even as ye also are ours in the day of the Lord Jesus.

New King James Version
(as also you have understood us in part), that we are your boast as you also are ours, in the day of the Lord Jesus.

New American Standard Bible
just as you also partially did understand us, that we are your reason to be proud as you also are ours, on the day of our Lord Jesus.

NASB 1995
just as you also partially did understand us, that we are your reason to be proud as you also are ours, in the day of our Lord Jesus.

NASB 1977
just as you also partially did understand us, that we are your reason to be proud as you also are ours, in the day of our Lord Jesus.

Legacy Standard Bible
just as you also partially did understand us, that we are your reason for boasting as you also are ours, in the day of our Lord Jesus.

Amplified Bible
just as you have [already] partially understood us, [and one day will recognize] that you can be proud of us just as we are of you, in the day of our Lord Jesus.

Christian Standard Bible
just as you have partially understood us—that we are your reason for pride, just as you also are ours in the day of our Lord Jesus.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
as you have partially understood us—that we are your reason for pride, as you are ours, in the day of our Lord Jesus.

American Standard Version
as also ye did acknowledge us in part, that we are your glorying, even as ye also are ours, in the day of our Lord Jesus.

Contemporary English Version
just as you already partly understand us. Then when our Lord Jesus returns, you can be as proud of us as we are of you.

English Revised Version
as also ye did acknowledge us in part, that we are your glorying, even as ye also are ours, in the day of our Lord Jesus.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
even though you now understand it only partially. We are your reason to be proud, as you will be our reason to be proud on the day of our Lord Jesus.

International Standard Version
just as you have already understood us partially, so that on the Day of our Lord Jesus we can be your reason to boast, even as you are ours.

Majority Standard Bible
as you have already understood us in part, that you may boast of us just as we will boast of you in the day of the Lord Jesus.

NET Bible
just as also you have partly understood us, that we are your source of pride just as you also are ours in the day of the Lord Jesus.

New Heart English Bible
as also you acknowledged us in part, that we are your boasting, even as you also are ours, in the day of our Lord Jesus.

Webster's Bible Translation
As also ye have acknowledged us in part, that we are your rejoicing, even as ye also are ours in the day of the Lord Jesus.

Weymouth New Testament
just as some few of you have recognized us as your reason for boasting, even as you will be ours, on the day of Jesus our Lord.

World English Bible
as also you acknowledged us in part—that we are your boasting, even as you also are ours, in the day of our Lord Jesus.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
according as you also acknowledged us in part, that we are your glory, even as also you [are] ours, in the Day of the Lord Jesus;

Berean Literal Bible
as also you have understood us in part, so that we are your boasting, even as you are also ours, in the day of our Lord Jesus.

Young's Literal Translation
according as also ye did acknowledge us in part, that your glory we are, even as also ye are ours, in the day of the Lord Jesus;

Smith's Literal Translation
As also ye observed us by part, that we are your boast, as also ye ours in the day of the Lord Jesus.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
As also you have known us in part, that we are your glory, as you also are ours, in the day of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And just as you have acknowledged us in our role, that we are your glory, so also you are ours, unto the day of our Lord Jesus Christ.

New American Bible
as you have come to understand us partially, that we are your boast as you also are ours, on the day of [our] Lord Jesus.

New Revised Standard Version
as you have already understood us in part—that on the day of the Lord Jesus we are your boast even as you are our boast.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Just as you have understood in part that we are your pride and joy, even as you also are ours in the day of our LORD Jesus Christ.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
Just as you also have acknowledged a few things, that we are your pride as you are also ours, in the day of our Lord Yeshua The Messiah.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
as some of you also acknowledge us, that we are the cause of your rejoicing, even as you, also, are of ours, in the day of the Lord Jesus.

Godbey New Testament
as you have also known us in part, because we are your glorying, as you ours in the day of the Lord Jesus.

Haweis New Testament
As also ye have acknowledged us in part, that we are your glory, as also ye are ours in the day of the Lord Jesus.

Mace New Testament
as some of you have already own'd, that I am matter of joy to you, as you will be to me in the day of the Lord Jesus Christ:

Weymouth New Testament
just as some few of you have recognized us as your reason for boasting, even as you will be ours, on the day of Jesus our Lord.

Worrell New Testament
as also ye did acknowledge in part, that we are your theme of boasting, as ye also will be ours in the day of our Lord Jesus.

Worsley New Testament
As ye have acknowledged us in part, that we are your boasting, as ye also are ours, in the day of the Lord Jesus.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Paul's Change of Plans
13For we do not write you anything that is beyond your ability to read and understand. And I hope that you will understand us completely, 14as you have already understood us in part, so that you may boast of us just as we will boast of you in the day of our Lord Jesus. 15Confident of this, I planned to visit you first, so that you might receive a double blessing.…

Cross References
1 Corinthians 1:8
He will sustain you to the end, so that you will be blameless on the day of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Philippians 2:16
as you hold forth the word of life, in order that I may boast on the day of Christ that I did not run or labor in vain.

1 Thessalonians 2:19-20
After all, who is our hope, our joy, our crown of boasting, if it is not you yourselves in the presence of our Lord Jesus at His coming? / You are indeed our glory and our joy.

1 Corinthians 4:5
Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men’s hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from God.

2 Corinthians 5:12
We are not commending ourselves to you again. Instead, we are giving you an occasion to be proud of us, so that you can answer those who take pride in appearances rather than in the heart.

2 Corinthians 2:14
But thanks be to God, who always leads us triumphantly as captives in Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of Him.

2 Corinthians 5:9-10
So we aspire to please Him, whether we are at home in this body or away from it. / For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that each one may receive his due for the things done in the body, whether good or bad.

1 John 2:28
And now, little children, remain in Christ, so that when He appears, we may be confident and unashamed before Him at His coming.

Romans 2:16
on the day when God will judge men’s secrets through Christ Jesus, as proclaimed by my gospel.

1 Peter 4:13
But rejoice that you share in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed at the revelation of His glory.

1 Corinthians 3:13
his workmanship will be evident, because the Day will bring it to light. It will be revealed with fire, and the fire will prove the quality of each man’s work.

2 Timothy 1:12
For this reason, even though I suffer as I do, I am not ashamed; for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that He is able to guard what I have entrusted to Him for that day.

1 Corinthians 9:15-16
But I have not used any of these rights. And I am not writing this to suggest that something be done for me. Indeed, I would rather die than let anyone nullify my boast. / Yet when I preach the gospel, I have no reason to boast, because I am obligated to preach. Woe to me if I do not preach the gospel!

Isaiah 25:9
And in that day it will be said, “Surely this is our God; we have waited for Him, and He has saved us. This is the LORD for whom we have waited. Let us rejoice and be glad in His salvation.”

Jeremiah 9:24
But let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows Me, that I am the LORD, who exercises loving devotion, justice and righteousness on the earth—for I delight in these things,” declares the LORD.


Treasury of Scripture

As also you have acknowledged us in part, that we are your rejoicing, even as you also are our's in the day of the Lord Jesus.

in part.

2 Corinthians 2:5
But if any have caused grief, he hath not grieved me, but in part: that I may not overcharge you all.

Romans 11:25
For I would not, brethren, that ye should be ignorant of this mystery, lest ye should be wise in your own conceits; that blindness in part is happened to Israel, until the fulness of the Gentiles be come in.

1 Corinthians 11:18
For first of all, when ye come together in the church, I hear that there be divisions among you; and I partly believe it.

that.

2 Corinthians 5:12
For we commend not ourselves again unto you, but give you occasion to glory on our behalf, that ye may have somewhat to answer them which glory in appearance, and not in heart.

1 Corinthians 3:21-23
Therefore let no man glory in men. For all things are yours; …

Philippians 1:26
That your rejoicing may be more abundant in Jesus Christ for me by my coming to you again.

your.

even.

2 Corinthians 9:2
For I know the forwardness of your mind, for which I boast of you to them of Macedonia, that Achaia was ready a year ago; and your zeal hath provoked very many.

1 Corinthians 15:31
I protest by your rejoicing which I have in Christ Jesus our Lord, I die daily.

Philippians 2:16
Holding forth the word of life; that I may rejoice in the day of Christ, that I have not run in vain, neither laboured in vain.

in the.

1 Corinthians 1:8
Who shall also confirm you unto the end, that ye may be blameless in the day of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Philippians 1:6,10
Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ: …

1 Thessalonians 3:13
To the end he may stablish your hearts unblameable in holiness before God, even our Father, at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ with all his saints.

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2 Corinthians 1
1. Paul salutes the Corinthians;
3. he encourages them against troubles,
5. by the comforts and deliverances which God had given him,
8. so particularly in his late danger in Asia.
12. And calling both his own conscience and theirs,
15. he excuses his not coming to them, as proceeding not of lightness,
23. but of his care for them.














as you have already understood us in part
The phrase "understood us in part" suggests a partial comprehension of Paul's message and character by the Corinthian church. The Greek word for "understood" is "epiginōskō," which implies a deep, personal knowledge. This indicates that the Corinthians had begun to grasp the essence of Paul's apostolic mission and integrity, though not fully. Historically, the Corinthian church had faced divisions and misunderstandings, and Paul is acknowledging their growing, albeit incomplete, understanding of his intentions and teachings.

that you can boast of us
The concept of "boasting" here is not in the sense of prideful arrogance but rather a confident rejoicing or glorying in what God has done through Paul and his companions. The Greek word "kauchaomai" is often used by Paul to express a legitimate pride in the work of the Lord. In the historical context, boasting in one's spiritual leaders was common, but Paul redirects this to a mutual boasting in the Lord's work through each other, emphasizing a Christ-centered community.

just as we will boast of you
Paul's reciprocal statement "we will boast of you" highlights the mutual respect and appreciation between him and the Corinthians. This mutual boasting is rooted in the shared work and growth in Christ. It reflects a deep relational bond and partnership in the Gospel. The historical context of Paul's relationship with the Corinthians was complex, yet he expresses confidence in their spiritual progress and the authenticity of their faith.

in the day of our Lord Jesus
The "day of our Lord Jesus" refers to the eschatological hope of Christ's return, a central theme in Pauline theology. This phrase underscores the ultimate accountability and fulfillment of all Christian labor and relationships. The historical and scriptural context places this as a future event when believers will be fully united with Christ, and their works will be revealed and rewarded. It serves as a reminder of the eternal perspective that should govern Christian relationships and ministry.

(14) As also ye have acknowledged.--The parenthetical clause (better, ye did acknowledge) comes in to qualify the fear which had been partly veiled by the hope. They had done him some, though not adequate, justice. The phrase "in part" may be noted as specially characteristic of the Epistles of this period (Romans 11:25; Romans 15:15; Romans 15:24; 1Corinthians 11:18; 1Corinthians 12:27; 1Corinthians 13:9). . . . Verse 14. - In part. Not as a whole Church. Some only of the Corinthians had been faithful to his teaching and to himself. (For the phrase, see Romans 11:25; Romans 15:15, 24; 1 Corinthians 11:18; 1 Corinthians 12:27; 1 Corinthians 13:9) Rejoicing; rather, ground of boast, as in 2 Corinthians 9:3; Romans 4:2, "whereof to glory;" 1 Corinthians 5:6. In ver. 12 the substantive means "the act of rejoicing." The word is characteristic of this group of Epistles, in which it occurs forty-six times, Even as ye also are ours. This clause takes away all semblance of self-glorification. In 1 Thessalonians 2:19, 20 and Philippians 2:16 he expresses the natural thought that a teacher's converts are, and will be in the last day, his "crown of exultation." Here alone he implies that they may glory in him as he in them. The thought, however, so far frond being egotistical, merely indicates the in. tense intercommunion of sympathy which existed between him and them. He does but place himself on a level with his converts, and imply that they mutually gloried in each other. In the day of the Lord Jesus (see on 1 Corinthians 3:13).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
as
καθὼς (kathōs)
Adverb
Strong's 2531: According to the manner in which, in the degree that, just as, as. From kata and hos; just as, that.

you have already understood
ἐπέγνωτε (epegnōte)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 1921: From epi and ginosko; to know upon some mark, i.e. Recognize; by implication, to become fully acquainted with, to acknowledge.

us
ἡμᾶς (hēmas)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

in
ἀπὸ (apo)
Preposition
Strong's 575: From, away from. A primary particle; 'off, ' i.e. Away, in various senses.

part,
μέρους (merous)
Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular
Strong's 3313: A part, portion, share. From an obsolete but more primary form of meiromai; a division or share.

so that
ὅτι (hoti)
Conjunction
Strong's 3754: Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.

you
ὑμῶν (hymōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

may boast
καύχημα (kauchēma)
Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular
Strong's 2745: A boasting; a ground of boasting (glorying, exultation). From kauchaomai; a boast in a good or a bad sense.

of us
ἐσμεν (esmen)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.

just as
καθάπερ (kathaper)
Adverb
Strong's 2509: Even as, just as. From katha and per; exactly as.

we
ἡμῶν (hēmōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

[ will boast ] of you
ὑμεῖς (hymeis)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

in
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

the
τῇ (tē)
Article - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

day
ἡμέρᾳ (hēmera)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 2250: A day, the period from sunrise to sunset.

of our
ἡμῶν (hēmōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

Lord
Κυρίου (Kyriou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2962: Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.

Jesus.
Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.


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