2 Corinthians 1:8 kjv — For we would not, brethren, have you ignorant of our trouble which came to us in Asia, that we were pressed out of meas…

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"For we would not, brethren, have you ignorant of our trouble which came to us in Asia, that we were pressed out of measure, above strength, insomuch that we despaired even of life:"

— 2 Corinthians 1:8, King James Version

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2 Corinthians 1 — Context

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For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ.

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And whether we be afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effectual in the enduring of the same sufferings which we also suffer: or whether we be comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation.

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And our hope of you is stedfast, knowing, that as ye are partakers of the sufferings, so shall ye be also of the consolation.

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For we would not, brethren, have you ignorant of our trouble which came to us in Asia, that we were pressed out of measure, above strength, insomuch that we despaired even of life:

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But we had the sentence of death in ourselves, that we should not trust in ourselves, but in God which raiseth the dead:

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Who delivered us from so great a death, and doth deliver: in whom we trust that he will yet deliver us;

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Ye also helping together by prayer for us, that for the gift bestowed upon us by the means of many persons thanks may be given by many on our behalf.

2 Corinthians 1:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 1:8 say?
2 Corinthians 1:8 in the King James Version reads: “For we would not, brethren, have you ignorant of our trouble which came to us in Asia, that we were pressed out of measure, above strength, insomuch that we despaired even of life:”
Where is 2 Corinthians 1:8 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 1:8 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 1, verse 8.
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 1:8.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 1:8 in?
2 Corinthians 1:8 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 1:8?
2 Corinthians 1:8 reads (KJV): “For we would not, brethren, have you ignorant of our trouble which came to us in Asia, that we were pressed out of measure, above strength, insomuch that we despaired even of life:” 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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