2 Corinthians 1:23 kjva — Moreover I call God for a record upon my soul, that to spare you I came not as yet unto Corinth.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"Moreover I call God for a record upon my soul, that to spare you I came not as yet unto Corinth."

— 2 Corinthians 1:23, King James Version with Apocrypha

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2 Corinthians 1 — Context

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For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.

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Now he which stablisheth us with you in Christ, and hath anointed us, is God;

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Who hath also sealed us, and given the earnest of the Spirit in our hearts.

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Moreover I call God for a record upon my soul, that to spare you I came not as yet unto Corinth.

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Not for that we have dominion over your faith, but are helpers of your joy: for by faith ye stand.

2 Corinthians 1:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 1:23 say?
2 Corinthians 1:23 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “Moreover I call God for a record upon my soul, that to spare you I came not as yet unto Corinth.”
Where is 2 Corinthians 1:23 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 1:23 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 1, verse 23.
Who wrote 2 Corinthians?
2 Corinthians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 55–56.
What is the book of 2 Corinthians about?
Paul's most personal letter — a defense of his ministry against "false apostles" and a window into the suffering, comfort, weakness, and strength of a true servant of Christ. It contains some of the New Testament's most striking words on generosity, reconciliation, and the new creation.
What are the major themes of 2 Corinthians?
2 Corinthians explores themes including Ministry, Suffering, Comfort, Reconciliation, Generosity, New Creation. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Corinthians 1:23.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 1:23 in?
2 Corinthians 1:23 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 2 Corinthians 1:23?
2 Corinthians 1:23 reads (KJVA): “Moreover I call God for a record upon my soul, that to spare you I came not as yet unto Corinth.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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