2 Corinthians 11:11 web — Why? Because I don't love you? God knows.

World English Bible

"Why? Because I don't love you? God knows."

— 2 Corinthians 11:11, World English Bible

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2 Corinthians 11 — Context

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I robbed other assemblies, taking wages from them that I might serve you.

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When I was present with you and was in need, I wasn't a burden on anyone, for the brothers, when they came from Macedonia, supplied the measure of my need. In everything I kept myself from being burdensome to you, and I will continue to do so.

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As the truth of Christ is in me, no one will stop me from this boasting in the regions of Achaia.

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Why? Because I don't love you? God knows.

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But what I do, that I will do, that I may cut off occasion from them that desire an occasion, that in which they boast, they may be found even as we.

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For such men are false apostles, deceitful workers, masquerading as Christ's apostles.

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And no wonder, for even Satan masquerades as an angel of light.

2 Corinthians 11:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 11:11 say?
2 Corinthians 11:11 in the World English Bible reads: “Why? Because I don't love you? God knows.”
Where is 2 Corinthians 11:11 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 11:11 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 11, verse 11.
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 11:11.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 11:11 in?
2 Corinthians 11:11 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 11:11?
2 Corinthians 11:11 reads (WEB): “Why? Because I don't love you? God knows.” 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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