◄ 2 Corinthians 6:6 ►
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New International Version
in purity, understanding, patience and kindness; in the Holy Spirit and in sincere love;

New Living Translation
We prove ourselves by our purity, our understanding, our patience, our kindness, by the Holy Spirit within us, and by our sincere love.

English Standard Version
by purity, knowledge, patience, kindness, the Holy Spirit, genuine love;

Berean Standard Bible
in purity, knowledge, patience, and kindness; in the Holy Spirit and in sincere love;

Berean Literal Bible
in purity, in knowledge, in patience, in kindness; in the Holy Spirit, in genuine love;

King James Bible
By pureness, by knowledge, by longsuffering, by kindness, by the Holy Ghost, by love unfeigned,

New King James Version
by purity, by knowledge, by longsuffering, by kindness, by the Holy Spirit, by sincere love,

New American Standard Bible
in purity, in knowledge, in patience, in kindness, in the Holy Spirit, in genuine love,

NASB 1995
in purity, in knowledge, in patience, in kindness, in the Holy Spirit, in genuine love,

NASB 1977
in purity, in knowledge, in patience, in kindness, in the Holy Spirit, in genuine love,

Legacy Standard Bible
in purity, in knowledge, in patience, in kindness, in the Holy Spirit, in unhypocritical love,

Amplified Bible
in purity and sincerity, in knowledge and spiritual insight, in patience, in kindness, in the Holy Spirit, in genuine love,

Christian Standard Bible
by purity, by knowledge, by patience, by kindness, by the Holy Spirit, by sincere love,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
by purity, by knowledge, by patience, by kindness, by the Holy Spirit, by sincere love,

American Standard Version
in pureness, in knowledge, in longsuffering, in kindness, in the Holy Spirit, in love unfeigned,

Contemporary English Version
But we have kept ourselves pure and have been understanding, patient, and kind. The Holy Spirit has been with us, and our love has been real.

English Revised Version
in pureness, in knowledge, in longsuffering, in kindness, in the Holy Ghost, in love unfeigned,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
[People can see] our purity, knowledge, patience, kindness, the Holy Spirit's presence [in our lives], our sincere love,

Good News Translation
By our purity, knowledge, patience, and kindness we have shown ourselves to be God's servants--by the Holy Spirit, by our true love,

International Standard Version
with purity, knowledge, patience, and kindness; with the Holy Spirit, genuine love,

Majority Standard Bible
in purity, knowledge, patience, and kindness; in the Holy Spirit and in sincere love;

NET Bible
by purity, by knowledge, by patience, by benevolence, by the Holy Spirit, by genuine love,

New Heart English Bible
in pureness, in knowledge, in patience, in kindness, in the Holy Spirit, in sincere love,

Webster's Bible Translation
By pureness, by knowledge, by long-suffering, by kindness, by the Holy Spirit, by love unfeigned,

Weymouth New Testament
by purity of life, by knowledge, by patience, by kindness, by the Holy Spirit, by sincere love;

World English Bible
in pureness, in knowledge, in perseverance, in kindness, in the Holy Spirit, in sincere love,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
in pureness, in knowledge, in long-suffering, in kindness, in the Holy Spirit, in unhypocritical love,

Berean Literal Bible
in purity, in knowledge, in patience, in kindness; in the Holy Spirit, in genuine love;

Young's Literal Translation
in pureness, in knowledge, in long-suffering, in kindness, in the Holy Spirit, in love unfeigned,

Smith's Literal Translation
In purity, in knowledge, in long suffering, in kindness, in the Holy Spirit, in love unfeigned.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
In chastity, in knowledge, in longsuffering, in sweetness, in the Holy Ghost, in charity unfeigned,

Catholic Public Domain Version
by chastity, knowledge, and longsuffering; in pleasantness, in the Holy Spirit, and in unfeigned charity;

New American Bible
by purity, knowledge, patience, kindness, in a holy spirit, in unfeigned love,

New Revised Standard Version
by purity, knowledge, patience, kindness, holiness of spirit, genuine love,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
By purity, by knowledge, by longsuffering, by kindness, by the Holy Spirit, by sincere love,

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
By purity, by knowledge, by endurance, by kindness, by The Spirit of Holiness, by love without deceit,
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
by purity, by knowledge, by long forbearance, by kindness, by the Holy Spirit, by love unfeigned,

Godbey New Testament
by purity, by knowledge, by long suffering, by kindness, by the Holy Ghost, by love unfeigned,

Haweis New Testament
in purity, in knowledge, in long-suffering, by kindness, by the Holy Ghost, by love unfeigned,

Mace New Testament
I approve myself, by chastity, by knowledge, by meekness, by kindness, by sanctity of mind, by undisguised benevolence,

Weymouth New Testament
by purity of life, by knowledge, by patience, by kindness, by the Holy Spirit, by sincere love;

Worrell New Testament
in pureness, in knowledge, in long-suffering, in kindness, in the Holy Spirit, in love unfeigned,

Worsley New Testament
by purity, by knowledge, by long-suffering, by kindness, by the holy Spirit,

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Paul's Hardships and God's Grace
…5in beatings, imprisonments, and riots; in labor, sleepless nights, and hunger; 6in purity, knowledge, patience, and kindness; in the Holy Spirit and in sincere love; 7in truthful speech and in the power of God; with the weapons of righteousness in the right hand and in the left;…
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Cross References
Galatians 5:22-23
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, / gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.

Colossians 3:12-14
Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. / Bear with one another and forgive any complaint you may have against someone else. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. / And over all these virtues put on love, which is the bond of perfect unity.

Ephesians 4:2-3
with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, / and with diligence to preserve the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.

1 Corinthians 13:4-7
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. / It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no account of wrongs. / Love takes no pleasure in evil, but rejoices in the truth. ...

Romans 12:9-10
Love must be sincere. Detest what is evil; cling to what is good. / Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another.

1 Peter 1:22
Since you have purified your souls by obedience to the truth so that you have a genuine love for your brothers, love one another deeply, from a pure heart.

1 John 3:18
Little children, let us love not in word and speech, but in action and truth.

Philippians 1:9-11
And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, / so that you may be able to test and prove what is best and may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, / filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God.

James 3:17
But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere.

1 Thessalonians 5:14-15
And we urge you, brothers, to admonish the unruly, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, and be patient with everyone. / Make sure that no one repays evil for evil. Always pursue what is good for one another and for all people.

Romans 5:3-5
Not only that, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; / perseverance, character; and character, hope. / And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out His love into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, whom He has given us.

1 Timothy 1:5
The goal of our instruction is the love that comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and a sincere faith.

Matthew 5:8
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.

Hebrews 12:14
Pursue peace with everyone, as well as holiness, without which no one will see the Lord.

Proverbs 3:3-4
Never let loving devotion or faithfulness leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. / Then you will find favor and high regard in the sight of God and man.


Treasury of Scripture

By pureness, by knowledge, by long-suffering, by kindness, by the Holy Ghost, by love unfeigned,

pureness.

2 Corinthians 7:2
Receive us; we have wronged no man, we have corrupted no man, we have defrauded no man.

1 Thessalonians 2:10
Ye are witnesses, and God also, how holily and justly and unblameably we behaved ourselves among you that believe:

1 Timothy 4:12
Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.

knowledge.

2 Corinthians 4:6
For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.

2 Corinthians 11:6
But though I be rude in speech, yet not in knowledge; but we have been throughly made manifest among you in all things.

1 Corinthians 2:1,2,16
And I, brethren, when I came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wisdom, declaring unto you the testimony of God…

long suffering.

1 Corinthians 13:4
Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up,

Galatians 5:22
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,

Ephesians 4:2,32
With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love; …

by the.

2 Corinthians 3:3
Forasmuch as ye are manifestly declared to be the epistle of Christ ministered by us, written not with ink, but with the Spirit of the living God; not in tables of stone, but in fleshy tables of the heart.

2 Corinthians 11:4
For if he that cometh preacheth another Jesus, whom we have not preached, or if ye receive another spirit, which ye have not received, or another gospel, which ye have not accepted, ye might well bear with him.

Romans 15:19
Through mighty signs and wonders, by the power of the Spirit of God; so that from Jerusalem, and round about unto Illyricum, I have fully preached the gospel of Christ.

love.

2 Corinthians 2:4
For out of much affliction and anguish of heart I wrote unto you with many tears; not that ye should be grieved, but that ye might know the love which I have more abundantly unto you.

2 Corinthians 11:11
Wherefore? because I love you not? God knoweth.

2 Corinthians 12:15
And I will very gladly spend and be spent for you; though the more abundantly I love you, the less I be loved.

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2 Corinthians 6
1. That he has approved himself a faithful minister of Christ by his exhortations,
3. and by integrity of life,
4. and by patiently enduring all kinds of affliction and disgrace for the gospel.
10. Of which he speaks the more boldly amongst them because his heart is open to them,
13. and he expects the like affection from them again;
14. exhorting them to flee the society and pollutions of idolaters,
17. as being themselves temples of the living God.














Berean Study Bible
in purity
The Greek word for "purity" is "ἁγνότης" (hagnotes), which conveys a sense of moral cleanliness and integrity. In the context of Paul's ministry, this purity is not just about personal holiness but also about the integrity of his message and conduct. Historically, Corinth was a city known for its moral laxity, and Paul's emphasis on purity would have stood in stark contrast to the prevailing cultural norms. For believers today, this calls us to live lives that reflect the holiness of God, setting us apart in a world that often values compromise over conviction.

knowledge
The Greek term "γνῶσις" (gnosis) refers to a deep, experiential understanding, not just intellectual awareness. Paul emphasizes knowledge as a critical component of his ministry, underscoring the importance of knowing God and His truths deeply. This knowledge is rooted in Scripture and the revelation of Jesus Christ. In a historical context, the early church faced many heresies and false teachings, making the pursuit of true knowledge essential for maintaining doctrinal purity. For modern believers, this challenges us to continually seek a deeper understanding of God's Word and His will for our lives.

patience
The word "μακροθυμία" (makrothumia) in Greek is often translated as "long-suffering" or "endurance." It reflects a steadfastness and perseverance in the face of trials and opposition. Paul's ministry was marked by significant challenges, including persecution and hardship, yet he remained patient. This patience is a fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22) and is essential for any believer facing the trials of life. It encourages us to trust in God's timing and remain faithful, even when circumstances are difficult.

and kindness
The Greek word "χρηστότης" (chrestotes) implies a goodness and benevolence that is active and practical. Kindness in Paul's ministry was not just an attitude but an action, reflecting the character of Christ. Historically, the early church was known for its acts of kindness and charity, which set it apart from the surrounding culture. For believers today, kindness is a powerful testimony of God's love and grace, calling us to actively seek the welfare of others and to reflect Christ's compassion in our interactions.

in the Holy Spirit
This phrase emphasizes the source of Paul's strength and the authenticity of his ministry. The Holy Spirit, or "Πνεύματι Ἁγίῳ" (Pneumati Hagio), is the third person of the Trinity, who empowers, guides, and sanctifies believers. In the early church, the presence of the Holy Spirit was evident through signs, wonders, and the transformation of lives. For contemporary Christians, living "in the Holy Spirit" means relying on His power and guidance daily, allowing Him to work through us to accomplish God's purposes.

and in sincere love
The Greek word for "sincere" is "ἀνυπόκριτος" (anupokritos), meaning genuine or without hypocrisy. "Love" here is "ἀγάπη" (agape), the selfless, sacrificial love that God shows us. Paul's ministry was characterized by this kind of love, which was authentic and unconditional. In a world where love is often conditional and self-serving, sincere love stands out as a hallmark of true Christian faith. It challenges us to love others as Christ loves us, with a pure heart and without ulterior motives.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers
(6) By pureness . . .--The word may possibly mean "purity of motive" in its widest sense, but the use of the corresponding adjective in 2Corinthians 11:2; 1Timothy 5:22; Titus 2:3; 1Peter 3:2, and, indeed, its general sense elsewhere, is decisive in favour of "purity from sensual sin"--personal chastity. In the general state of morals throughout the empire, and especially in writing to such a city as Corinth, it was natural to dwell on this aspect of the Christian character. (Comp. 1Corinthians 7:7.) The "knowledge" is obviously not that of earthly things, but of the mysteries of God (Ephesians 3:4). In "kindness" we trace the consciousness of an effort to reproduce the graciousness which he looked on as a characteristic attribute of God and Christ (Ephesians 2:7; Titus 3:4). In the "Holy Ghost" we may see a reference both to spiritual gifts, such as those of tongues and prophecy (1Corinthians 14:18-19), and to the impulses and promptings in which he traced the general guidance of the Spirit (Acts 16:6-7). "Love unfeigned" (i.e., without hypocrisy) presents the same combination as in Romans 12:9 ("without dissimulation" in the English version). . . .
Pulpit Commentary
Verse 6. - By pureness; rather, in pureness, as the preposition is the same. He now gives six instances of special gifts and virtues. The "pureness" is not only "chastity," but absolute sincerity (1 John 3:3; 2 Corinthians 4:2; 1 Thessalonians 2:10). By knowledge. The knowledge is the true knowledge of the gospel in its fulness (Ephesians 3:4). In his depth of insight into the truth St. Paul was specially gifted. The word gnosis had not yet acquired the fatal connotations which afterwards discredited it. By long suffering (2 Timothy 3:10; 2 Timothy 4:2). The patient endurance of insults, of which St. Paul shows a practical specimen in this Epistle, and still more in Philippians 1:15-18. By kindness. "Love suffereth long, and is kind" (1 Corinthians 13:4); "Long suffering, kindness" (Galatians 5:22). By the Holy Ghost. To the special gift of the Spirit St. Paul attributed all his success (1 Thessalonians 1:5; Romans 15:18, 19). By love unfeigned; which is the surest fruit of the Spirit, and the best of all spiritual gifts (2 Corinthians 12:15; 1 Corinthians 8:1; 1 Corinthians 13; Romans 12:9, etc.).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
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.

purity,
ἁγνότητι (hagnotēti)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 54: Purity, chastity. From hagnos; cleanness, i.e. blamelessness.

knowledge,
γνώσει (gnōsei)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1108: Knowledge, doctrine, wisdom. From ginosko; knowing, i.e. knowledge.

patience,
μακροθυμίᾳ (makrothymia)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3115: Patience, forbearance, longsuffering. From the same as makrothumos; longanimity, i.e. forbearance or fortitude.

[and]
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.

kindness;
χρηστότητι (chrēstotēti)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 5544: Goodness, uprightness, kindness, gentleness. From chrestos; usefulness, i.e. Morally, excellence.

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] Holy
Ἁγίῳ (Hagiō)
Adjective - Dative Neuter Singular
Strong's 40: Set apart by (or for) God, holy, sacred. From hagos; sacred.

Spirit
Πνεύματι (Pneumati)
Noun - Dative Neuter Singular
Strong's 4151: Wind, breath, spirit.

[and] 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.

sincere
ἀνυποκρίτῳ (anypokritō)
Adjective - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 505: Unfeigned, without hypocrisy, sincere. Undissembled, i.e. Sincere.

love;
ἀγάπῃ (agapē)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 26: From agapao; love, i.e. Affection or benevolence; specially a love-feast.


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