2 Corinthians 11:13 bbe — For such men are false Apostles, workers of deceit, making themselves seem like Apostles of Christ.

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"For such men are false Apostles, workers of deceit, making themselves seem like Apostles of Christ."

— 2 Corinthians 11:13, Bible in Basic English

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2 Corinthians 11 — Context

10

As the true word of Christ is in me, I will let no man take from me this my cause of pride in the country of Achaia.

11

Why? because I have no love for you? let God be judge.

12

But what I do, that I will go on doing, so that I may give no chance to those who are looking for one; so that, in the cause of their pride, they may be seen to be the same as we are.

13

For such men are false Apostles, workers of deceit, making themselves seem like Apostles of Christ.

14

And it is no wonder; for even Satan himself is able to take the form of an angel of light.

15

So it is no great thing if his servants make themselves seem to be servants of righteousness; whose end will be the reward of their works.

16

I say again, Let me not seem foolish to anyone; but if I do, put up with me as such, so that I may take a little glory to myself.

2 Corinthians 11:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 11:13 say?
2 Corinthians 11:13 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “For such men are false Apostles, workers of deceit, making themselves seem like Apostles of Christ.”
Where is 2 Corinthians 11:13 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 11:13 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 11, verse 13.
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 11:13.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 11:13 in?
2 Corinthians 11:13 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 11:13?
2 Corinthians 11:13 reads (BBE): “For such men are false Apostles, workers of deceit, making themselves seem like Apostles of Christ.” 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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